Congratulations to the Winners of the GEP Faculty Development Awards!
The UCF General Education Program (GEP) Committee is delighted to announce this year’s professional development awards recipients. Each individual or team will receive $1,000 as recognition of their innovative projects and commitment to enhancing the university’s GEP.
- Dr. Alicia Duffy and Dr. Kristina Tollefson will develop an interdisciplinary approach to AMH 2010/2020, where students will design and create period-accurate clothing, offering a hands-on, immersive experience that bridges history and the arts.
- Dr. Martha Hubertz and Dr. Alisha Janowsky will attend the AAC&U Conference on Learning and Student Success in Puerto Rico and, pending proposal acceptance, co-present “Game On: Exploring the Impact and Extent of Gamification in Higher Education,” focusing on the integration of AI-driven gamification in PSY2012 to enhance student engagement and inclusivity while sharing insights to improve learning outcomes across the GEP.
- Dr. Adam Parrish will establish a media literacy library to support the development of a new online GEP course in the Communication Foundation, equipping students with critical skills in media literacy, ethics, and digital literacy.
- Dr. Richard Tyre will develop location-based content for the course Physical Geography (GEO 1200), leveraging Florida’s diverse landscapes to create engaging materials that connect geographic concepts to students’ academic and professional interests.
Congratulations to these outstanding faculty members for their dedication to advancing innovation and excellence in GEP teaching.
Assessing Spring 2025 Courses
We’ll ring in 2025 in less than a month! As you prepare for the spring term, please include an assignment assessing at least one of the GEP learning outcomes in your spring semester courses.
Assessment Tips
- Transfer your Fall 2024 assessments to the spring term by copying your course shell, the assignments, and the outcomes/rubric.
- Use the New Quiz tool for course assessments using quizzes. Soon, this tool will be the only option for quizzes.
- Visit the General Education Faculty Learning webcourse for information about the assessment process and learning outcomes.
- Submit your Spring 2025 assessments by March 28 (UCF’s Withdrawal deadline).
Assessments Not Submitted
Although the Fall 2024 assessment deadline has passed, we can still submit results for assignments conducted before the Nov. 1 deadline. We’re happy to assist you if you didn’t submit an assessment. Please contact Annabelle Conroy.
GEP Assessment Task Force
During the spring term, the GEP assessment task force will meet to evaluate the assessment results and process.
If you are interested in participating in the task force or have questions about GEP assessments, please email Annabelle Conroy or Amanda Pacheco.
NEW! Certificate of GEP Engagement
We are excited to launch the Certificate of GEP Engagement, a new initiative designed to recognize dedication to enhancing student success through meaningful engagement with GEP-related activities. This certificate will be available starting Spring 2025 and can be a valuable addition to teaching portfolios for annual evaluations, promotions, and award applications.
Successful applicants will include anyone who teaches at least one GEP course during the 2024-2025 academic year (including graduate students) and who demonstrate their commitment to general education by attending at least three GEP-sponsored events, such as workshops, webinars, or Bites & Banter sessions.
More information will be available beginning in Spring 2025. Stay tuned!
Exciting Changes Ahead for the GEP Faculty Webcourse and Website
Exciting changes are coming to the GEP faculty webcourse and website! As part of UCF’s commitment to accessibility, the current webcourse and webpages will undergo significant updates to meet new standards.
Moving forward, much of the webcourse content will transition to a new, fully accessible GEP website, while the webcourse itself will be reimagined as a more interactive space for discussions and training. During this transition, key materials related to assessment will remain available to ensure faculty have the resources they need.
Thank you for your patience and support as we work to enhance the GEP experience for faculty and students alike!
Tea With the General Education Program (GEP)
It was a great conversation! GEP faculty members and GTAs gathered to discuss assessing student learning and enjoyed tea and sweet treats!
Event attendees: Annabelle Conroy, Nora Underwood-Caputo, Alicia Duffy, Gloriah Ganyani, Collins Kayongo, Guilherme Hiray Leal, Wayne Bowen, Amanda Pacheco, Adam Parrish, Desiree Flores-Molina, Vernon Headley
Spring 2025 Coming Attractions
Jan. 15
HIP Course Designation Workshop – How to Submit your Proposal [HYBRID]
Presenters:
- Alison Hudson: Research Intensive Designation (RI)
- Marika Koch: Integrative Learning Experience (IE) and Service-Learning (SL)
- Estrella Rodríguez: Global Learning (GL)
Learn more about the four HIP course designations offered at UCF: Service-Learning (SL), Research Intensive (RI), Integrative-Learning Experience (IE), and Global Learning (GL). This session will inform you about evaluation criteria, faculty benefits of submitting a course for HIP designation, and the full submission process in Kuali. We will also offer details about the HIP Student Showcase held in the Fall and Spring semesters and how General Education Program faculty members can support this important event and the growth of HIP courses. The Spring HIP deadline is January 31, so this workshop will prepare you just in time!
Date: Jan. 15
Time: 11 a.m. – Noon
In-Person Location: CSEL 121
In-Person RSVP: gep@ucf.edu
Virtual Location: Zoom
Advance Registration Required: bit.ly/HIPDesignations
Jan. 23
GEP Assessment 101 [VIRTUAL]
Led by Dr. Annabelle Conroy, GEP Faculty Fellow
A hands-on workshop designed to walk graduate students and faculty through the step-by-step process of meeting General Education Program assessment requirements each semester. Focused on practical ‘how-tos,’ this session ensures participants leave with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to complete the assessment process accurately and efficiently.
Date: Jan. 23
Time: Noon – 1 p.m.
Virtual Location: Zoom
Advance Registration Required: bit.ly/GEP101
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Feb. 4
Student Care Services [HYBRID]
Presenter: Tammie Nadeau, Director of Student Care Services
Learn about Student Care Services and the resources available to support student success. Learn how you can play a role in fostering a supportive campus community and ensuring all students receive the care they need during difficult times.
Date: Feb. 4
Time: 10 – 11 a.m.
In-Person Location: TCH 202
In-Person RSVP: gep@ucf.edu
Virtual Location: Zoom
Advance Registration Required: bit.ly/StudentCareServices
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
March 5
Fostering Civil Discourse in GEP Courses [VIRTUAL]
Presenter: Dr. Haley Winston, Director of Civil Discourse and Engagement, Office of Public Policy Events
The session will focus on how to tackle challenging topics while fostering respectful dialogue and communication in General Education Program courses, providing practical tools to promote civil discourse in the classroom.
Date: March 5
Time: 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Virtual Location: Zoom
Advance Registration Required: bit.ly/GEPcivildiscourse
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.