Tiffin University
Center for Online Learning (COL)
The Center for Online Learning (COL) manages the design and delivery of ALL online programs offered by Tiffin University.
The Center for Online Learning (COL) drives innovation in online education at Tiffin University, offering expertise in pedagogy, media, instructional design, and course development. Our mission is to empower faculty and academic units to envision, design, and deliver engaging, high-quality online courses and programs that meet the needs of today’s learners.
The COL Design Team, working alongside subject matter experts and TU’s academic units, adheres to core principles in course development:
- Alignment – Ensuring objectives, content, and assessments align seamlessly.
- Design Thinking – Employing innovative strategies to address learner needs.
- Cognitive Load – Balancing complexity to enhance understanding and retention.
- Instructor Presence – Cultivating meaningful interactions between instructors and students.
- Authentic Assessment – Designing assessments that reflect real-world applications.
- Formative Evaluation – Continuously improving course quality through feedback.
- Transparency – Fostering clarity in expectations and communication.
- Diversity of Course Material – Incorporating a wide range of perspectives and resources.
- Student Voice – Prioritizing learner feedback to shape dynamic educational experiences.
COL is committed to transforming online learning and supporting Tiffin University’s mission to provide accessible, innovative, and student-centered education.
Meet the Team
Korab Imami
LMS Administrator
Vicki Mayfield
Faculty Services Manager for COL
Bri McCain
Project Coordinator
Mike McKay
Interim Director of Learning Design
Sree Prathyusha Raavi
Project Coordinator, Academic Technology
