We are the Center for Distributed Learning We are visionaries, dreamers, artists, and developers. We are here to help faculty build and deliver world-class online learning. We are proud UCF Knights. We are fervent advocates of high quality online learning, and it is our mission to support and develop the future of accessible education. As the central agent for online learning at UCF, we transform lives by making a high-quality UCF education available to anyone, anywhere, anytime through the innovative use of technology. We are the Center for Distributed Learning. Teach Online We are here to help ensure your success teaching online. We recognize the importance of providing our faculty with essential training and resources. Teach Online contains the latest information on course design, professional development, and educational resources for UCF faculty who teach online or supplement face-to-face courses with online instruction. Let us keep you current on the latest advancements in teaching online, some of which are happening right here at UCF. Popular Links Course Enhancements Resources for Teaching Online Professional Development Semester Start-Up Guide Explore Teach Online Webcourses@UCF Support We get it. Technology can have its challenges. We’re here to help. We provide support to our students, faculty, and staff for any technical errors, concerns, or questions related to online learning at UCF. Whether it’s Webcourses@UCF, Panopto, Materia, Obojobo, or Personalized Adaptive Learning, we have the assistance you need. Phone: (407) 823-0407 Email: webcourses@ucf.edu Online Support Form Phone, Email, & Live Chat Hours Monday - Friday, 7am-10pm Saturday & Sunday, 9am-6pm Please note that we only offer remote support on Friday through Sunday, and support during our evening hours may vary due to current staffing limitations. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Search term Search Explore Support Services At CDL, it’s not about us—it’s about you. You know your subject matter, and we know how to help you deliver it online. Let us help you enhance your online courses to maximize every student’s success. With our wide variety of services, we have just what you need for your course, and maybe even an awesome surprise or two. Popular Links Multimedia Services Instructional Support Services Technical Support Services Research Support Services Explore Our Services Research Data, evaluation, and analysis are part of everything that we do. We collaborate with faculty to formulate and implement research on effective teaching practices. As technology evolves, our researchers track the ongoing impact of online and blended learning at UCF. Popular Links Distributed Learning Impact Evaluation Modality Statistics Explore Our Research About CDL The Center for Distributed Learning is more than a unit. Our teams consist of motivated developers, creators, and dreamers dedicated to exploring new technology to enhance teaching and learning at UCF. Each unique individual provides a fresh perspective to the growing landscape of online education, both here in Orlando and across the wider higher education community. Popular Links Our Teams Discover CDL Our Core Values Connect with Us Explore CDL Online Programs Having access to high-quality education, no matter where you are, can help make big dreams become reality. With more than 20 years of experience providing top online degrees, UCF is a trusted source for innovative education technology. Explore over 100 online degree programs and certificates through UCF Online. Explore UCF Online Check Out Our Other Initiatives The Teaching Online Preparation Toolkit (TOPkit) is a comprehensive resource that provides the postsecondary community with the essential elements required to ensure a very high quality online faculty development program. The Blended Learning Toolkit is a free, open resource for educational institutions interested in developing or expanding their blended learning initiatives. The Teaching Online Podcast (TOPcast) hosted by Dr. Thomas Cavanagh and Dr. Kelvin Thompson, is a monthly podcast for online and blended learning professionals conducted over a shared cup of coffee. The Teaching Online Pedagogical Repository (TOPR) is a public resource for faculty and instructional designers interested in online and blended teaching strategies. NCAT was an independent non-profit organization dedicated to the effective use of information technology to improve student learning outcomes and reduce the cost of higher education. Events & Updates Events Date Description Dec 11 10:00 am Panopto Power Hour: Your Questions Answered Classroom Building I: Room 202 (Faculty Multimedia Center) Dec 16 11:00 am How to Use Yellowdig to Enhance Online Discussions Classroom Building I: Room 202 (Faculty Multimedia Center) Dec 18 10:00 am Webcourses@UCF Open Lab for Instructors Digital Learning Center: DLC-217 More Events Media CDL Media Archives – Center for Distributed LearningEpisode 175: “Let’s Stay Focused On What We Can Control” in Online EdEpisode 174: Get “All [Phil]’d Up” On LMS/Online Enrollment InsightsEpisode 173: Campus-Based Student Demand for Online Options (and More!) from CHLOE 9Episode 172: Online Education in GuatemalaEpisode 171: The “North Star” of Online Learners’ NeedsEpisode 170: “Wise Use” of Rapidly Changing AI Tools More Media