Join a cohort of like-minded peers to support your work in community-based learning.
Our Engaged Faculty Institute provides research-informed practical steps to incorporate community engagement into your curriculum and improve your current community-engaged courses. We offer the Engaged Faculty Institute (EFI Online) twice a year for those interested in teaching community-engaged courses. This online, asynchronous learning experience includes five modules:
- Foundations and Critical Commitments
- Planning and Facilitation
- Partnerships and Engagement
- Learning Outcomes and Reflection
- Assessment and Evaluation
The institute works best for those who are ready to design or redesign at least one specific community-engaged course. It is open to all faculty, including tenured or tenure-track, instructors, and lecturers or adjunct faculty. We also encourage staff who support curricular community engagement experiences to participate.
I was really impressed by how reinforcing this module was for me. I did a lot of these things on a regular basis, but to have it presented to me really built up my confidence. I never “formally” learned this before, so I am happy that I am on the right track. The facilitators made [the course] come alive. I also enjoyed the virtual cohort meetings – that really built community for me in this course.
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Who can participate in EFI Online?
EFI Online is free for individuals from Seed Coalition member institutions. We also have at least ten spots for members of campuses in the Alliance. Those from non-member campuses can participate for a $500 fee.
How do I register for EFI Online?
You can register for either the winter or summer session here.
The winter session (two-week intensive) will take place January 4-18, with an introductory call on December 15. The session will include two calls on January 8 and 15. All calls will be at 11am-12pm. The course will open early for those who want to use the winter break to get started. Register by December 10.
The summer session (four-week extended) will run from June 1-25. We will have an introductory call on June 1, and two additional calls on June 10 and 24, all from 9-10am. Register by May 21.
In the past, participants in the two-week intensive format reported spending about 15–20 hours on the modules, though some spent more or less time.
Looking for other ways to engage new faculty or build new skills?
We can provide development opportunities on your campus. We offer two-hour or half-day workshops on community engagement skills and practices, including partnership, assessment, reflection, and more. Learn more about our custom services.
EFI Online uses a curriculum developed by California Campus Compact and Campus Compact of the Mountain West.
