CETL's Vision, Values, and Goals
Mission and Vision
Mission
We partner with faculty, departments, and academic units to foster inclusive, innovative, and evidence-based teaching that advances student learning, faculty success, and academic excellence at SVSU.
Vision
To build a community of mutually supportive faculty who are engaged in the discussion and implementation of innovative teaching and learning practices.
Values and Goals
We value
- inclusive, student-centered teaching that supports equity and belonging.
- innovative use of technology to support learning.
- collaborative, interdisciplinary communities of educators.
- evidence-based, high-impact practices that enhance learning.
- faculty success as essential to student success.
- learning environments where students can thrive academically, socially, and personally.
Goals
- Promote understanding and implementation of high-impact, evidence-based pedagogical practices designed to support student success.
- Equip faculty with the tools and strategies to innovate in evolving teaching environments, including online, hybrid, and AI-integrated classrooms.
- Support the campus teaching culture through sustained faculty communities, interdisciplinary collaboration, and recognition of teaching excellence.
- Serve as a campus leader in aligning pedagogy with student success priorities such as retention, belonging, and career readiness.