Does Distance Learning provide class lecture recording or media-related services?
The college no longer offers these services internally. The FIU Department of Media Technology Services can assist and coordinate with lecture recordings.
To request the service, use this link: askit.fiu.edu (under service catalog> instructional technology > course capture) or use the direct link by clicking here.

 

Who should I contact if I am interested in developing a new online course?
nterested faculty must contact their department chair/lead staff.

 

How can I get more information on new online course development?
Please refer to FIU Online’s Design Team Services page for additional information, FIU Online Learning Design Team Services.

 

Who do I contact to request the new online course development incentive?
Department chair/lead staff must contact the internal distance learning liaison for Engineering departments, Cathleen Carvajal (cacarvaj@fiu.edu) to request on behalf of the faculty.

 

Is the Distance Learning office notified when new online courses are developed?
No, new online course development information must be shared with our office by the department chair or director.

 

What are the criteria needed to request a new online course development incentive?
The course must be fully developed, scheduled, and launched in the semester of the incentive request – not before. For example, in the Spring 2022 semester the new online course launched with an enrollment – incentive can be requested in Spring 2022.
The course must be new. “New online course” is defined as the unique combination of an instructor with a course that has not been taught online in the past 5 years.

 

How can I opt-in to have my course redesigned to meet Quality Incentives?
Complete the Opt-In form. Visit FIU Online’s How to Complete the Course Redesign Opt-in Form page for a step-by-step tutorial of the process.

 

 My Quality certification for an online course expired, how can I recertify the course?
Complete the Opt-In form. Visit FIU Online’s How to Complete the Course Redesign Opt-in Form page for a step-by-step tutorial of the process.

 

 Is the Distance Learning office notified when new online courses are developed meeting Quality Standards or when Quality Matters Certifications occur?
Yes, our office is notified directly by FIU Online of course Quality Matters and/or High-Quality certification achievements.

 

 Am I eligible for an HQ/QM incentive if I recertify my online course?
Yes.

 

Where can I get more information on Quality Matters?
Please refer to FIU Online’s, Panther Quality Course Design Initiative (Instructors) (force.com)

 

I have more questions about FIU Online courses and resources.
Please refer to FIU Online’s FAQ

 

Contact Us

Cathleen Carvajal
Coord Academic Suppt Svcs
Email: cararvaj@fiu.edu