MTSU Curriculum Resources
Course and Program Development Information
Curriculum Development Staff
Knowing the right people to help you navigate the curriculum development process is important to success. Here you will find key people in the university who will play vital roles in your ability to complete your curriculum change. Amy Aldridge (Vice Provost for Academic Programs) should be an early point of contact for anyone seeking a new program or course design, given her knowledge of the entire university curriculum. Mitzi Brandon (Director of Catalog and Curriculum Management) will be vital to understanding the process and necessary tools in curriculum changes.
Undergraduate Curriculum Changes Information
The undergraduate curriculum changes webpage includes information relevant to changes to the undergraduate curriculum, such as important dates for completing curriculum changes, details on which types of curriculum change require committee action, helpful tips and videos to help you navigate the process, curriculum policies, and necessary forms. Be sure to thoroughly understand the actions needed and the dates by which any changes must be approved as you work through your proposal. College curriculum dates are not published on this website, so be sure to check with your college committee for those deadlines.
Graduate Curriculum Changes Information
This is the website for graduate curriculum changes. Information found here includes graduate curriculum processes, important dates, relevant forms, and a list of changes requiring Graduate Council action. Be sure to check the approval dates as you set your deadlines to complete the curriculum change steps; they are firm due to university processes. College curriculum dates are not published on this website, so be sure to check with your college committee for those deadlines.
Curriculum (formerly Curriculog)
Curriculum is the platform for entering curriculum change proposals. All proposals are voted on and approved on this platform, so be sure to select the correct proposal type, enter the appropriate information in each field, and meet all required deadlines. The progress of each proposal can be tracked through Curriculum. For training on how to use Curriculum, contact Paula Calahan at paula.calahan@mtsu.edu.
Course Catalogs
It is important to examine current course offerings as you pursue curriculum change. Proposal approval processes include statements that you have consulted with all departments that your proposal could impact. For program proposals, courses from other departments may help reduce resource needs. For course proposals, ensure the content provided aligns with your departmental programs and does not duplicate material already taught at the university. Make note of which catalog is being viewed, as this webpage is a repository for multiple years of undergraduate and graduate catalogs.
MTSU Online
In preparing an online course, one must go through MTSU Online after the university-level course approval. There are specific steps and deadlines to follow in the process to ensure the online course is the best it can be. All the necessary information to proceed is available on this page.
Quality Matters
Quality Matters is a third-party organization that provides research-based standards and a peer-review process to improve the quality of online course offerings. To obtain approval through MTSU Online, one will likely complete the Quality Matters assessment. The process will encourage faculty to develop strong objectives that connect throughout the course to build to the desired outcomes. The benefit is well-thought-out courses that produce desired results.
Center for Teaching and Mentoring
MTSU’s Center for Teaching and Mentoring provides excellent resources for faculty across numerous aspects of their job, from developing strong courses and programs to training on specific tools and techniques that can be used to improve teaching. This webpage provides contact points for faculty to obtain help, a schedule of upcoming events, and a repository of past session recordings on numerous topics. For anyone with questions about teaching, this is a valuable resource.
Experiential Learning (EXL Program)
MTSU Experiential Learning brings applied knowledge into the classroom through real-world assignments. This “learn-by-doing” approach can be valuable for student learning and career preparation. On this webpage, faculty can find the resources needed to make their course EXL-designated, enhancing the student learning experience and providing students with an additional certification to include on their academic resumes.
Engage
The Engage program at MTSU seeks to support student learning by engaging students in high-impact practices and facilitating reflection on their experiences. Students build an ePortfolio of classroom activities that can be used to strengthen their resumes as they begin their career search. This webpage includes contact information to get started with Engage, program details, information about ePortfolios, and faculty guidance.