PBSC Online Consists of Five Units
Online Technology
The Online Technology team is responsible for implementing and maintaining the PBSC’s Learning Management System (LMS) and third-party tools integrated with Canvas. Additionally, the group provides technical support to faculty for issues with the online learning platforms and tools.
Online Technology oversees the Production Studio to assist faculty and students in creating professional and engaging audio and video recordings for online learning and classrooms.
Instructional Design
The Online Instructional Design Team is responsible for working with faculty to develop and maintain quality online courses within fully online programs and pathways. Instructional Designers complete approved course developments as templated courses to satisfy online program needs, certify online course developments as approved by the appropriate dean and ensure that all online courses and programs are upheld to quality standards.
Faculty Development
The PBSC Online Faculty Development team assists faculty in collaboratively enhancing their teaching and learning (pedagogy) through the effective use of technology. We offer one-on-one coaching, synchronous workshops, and asynchronous courses.
Contact us to:
- Enroll in our Online Teaching Toolkit for Faculty course.
- Inquire about enrollment in the ACUE Effective Online Teaching Practices course.
- Schedule a one-on-one session with a Faculty Development Coach to help you implement ACUE practices within your PBSC course.
- Inquire about attending, developing, or hosting a workshop for faculty.
Online Student Support
PBSC Online Student Support provides the necessary tools and resources for becoming successful online learners. The department offers one-on-one training for Canvas and third-party tools in person and virtually. In addition to personal instruction, PBSC Online Student Support provides a self-paced technical tutorial demonstrating how to use and navigate Canvas and third-party tools available in the Learning Management System (LMS). In addition to the technical tutorial, the department also offers the ELO1000 course - a free, self- paced, non-graded online course that teaches students how to get the most out of their online learning. Students are recommended to complete the course at least once within the first two days of the term but will always have access to the ELO1000 for use as a resource when needed. The course takes approximately only 2 to 4 hours to complete.
Digital Media and Design
The Social Media team at PBSC Online leverages the power of social media for targeted outreach and marketing efforts. They inform prospective students, both domestic and abroad, about the flexible and versatile online program offerings available. This group plays a crucial role in enhancing visibility and engagement with PBSC Online's educational opportunities through strategic social media campaigns.