The Active Learning Certificate allows you to be pre-assigned to an active learning classroom.

If you do not currently hold an Active Learning Certificate, you have two options to pursue certification:

1. Completion of the Active Learning Certificate Program

The Active Learning Certificate Program is a hybrid course designed to address your professional development needs and promote active learning in the classroom. Over the course of the 2-month program, you will develop knowledge of active learning principles and evidence-based techniques to be applied to your teaching for the purpose of developing inclusive, engaging learning experiences that support student success. Please see program description below.

2. Evidence of Demonstrated Expertise

If you are interested in demonstrating your expertise, please complete the application to share your experience with active learning strategies. You should be prepared to discuss a specifc lesson or unit plan and demonstrate alignment between stated objective(s), assessment(s), active learning technique(s), and the way in which technology was incorporated (if applicable). After completing the application, you will be contacted by the CFE Director to discuss your application.

If you are interested in pursuing your Active Learning Certificate through one of the above ways, click on the link below.

If you already have your Active Learning Certificate, you do not need to complete the application or any additional training to be pre-assigned to an active learning classroom.

Spring 2024 Active Learning Certificate Application Form

The Active Learning Certificate Program is a hybrid course that addresses your professional development needs and promotes pedagogical advancements associated with active learning. Over the course of the 2-month program, you will develop knowledge of active learning principles and evidence-based techniques to be applied to your teaching for the purpose of developing inclusive, engaging learning experiences that support student success.  

Upon the successful completion of the program, your Active Learning Certificate will be recorded by the CFE and Registration and Records, which will allow you to be pre-assigned to an active learning classroom in upcoming semesters. 

Program Outcomes

By participating in this certificate program, you will:

• Reflect on your current course designs and teaching practices that may benefit from the application of active learning strategies.
• Develop a plan for incorporating active learning into your teaching.
• Practice planning lessons that incorporate active learning strategies that align with your learning objectives and assessment techniques.
• Practice implementing active learning strategies using technology.

To successfully complete this program you must: 

• Submit the Active Learning Certificate Application Form indicating your interest in participating in the Active Learning Certificate Program course.
  • Please note: Registration for the Active Learning Certificate Program is limited; registrations will be fulfilled on a first-come, first-served basis. If the program reaches capacity, any new registrants will be placed on a waitlist and notified if a spot opens up.
• Participate in the Active Learning Certificate Program online Modules 1 & 2. 
  •  You must complete Modules 1 & 2 before attending the Module 3 in-person session.   
• Participate in the Module 3 in-person session scheduled in an Active Learning Classroom.
  • The in-person session consists of 1.5-hour workshop and an optional 30-minute technology demonstration.    
• Complete the Module 3 final reflection assignment.

Upon your completion of the above requirements, the CFE Team will review your program progress and attendance and decide whether or not you are eligible to receive your Certificate. Enrollment in the Active Learning Certificate Program does not guarantee receipt of the Active Learning Certificate.

• Application deadline: Monday, February 12, at 5:00 PM EST
• Modules 1 & 2 online course dates:
  • Online course opens: Monday, February 19
  • Deadline to complete online modules: Friday, March 29, at 5:00 PM EST
• Module 3 in-person session dates*: You must participate in ONE of the following in-person sessions.
  • Tuesday, April 2, 2024, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM
    • 10:00-11:30 AM: mandatory in-person session
    • 11:30 AM-12:00 PM: optional technology demonstration.
  • Friday, April 5, 2024, 1:00-3:00 PM 
    • 1:00-2:30 PM: mandatory in-person session 
    • 2:30-3:00 PM: optional technology demonstration
  • Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM 
    • 10:00-11:30 AM: mandatory in-person session
    • 11:30 AM-12:00 PM: optional technology demonstration.    
• Module 3 final reflection assignment due: Friday, April 26, at 5:00 PM EST

*An alternative in-person session date may be provided for faculty and instructors from the Firelands campus.

If you successfully complete the Active Learning Certificate Program, you will receive the following forms of recognition:

• A digital certificate for the academic year that you completed the program
• A digital program completion badge for the academic year that you completed the program
• Pre-assignment of active learning classrooms during the schedule development period in upcoming semesters (for instructors of record)
• Acknowledgement at the annual BGSU Teaching & Learning Summit

Upon request, you may also receive a hard copy of your certificate of your certificate. Please indicate on your Active Learning Certificate Program application if you would like to receive a hard copy.