Oklahoma City, Oklahoma -- Southeastern Oklahoma State University’s Center for Instructional Development and Technology (CIDT) was recognized with the State Regents’ Council for Online Learning Excellence (COLE)’s Oklahoma Online Excellence Award for Team Leadership at last week’s State Regents meeting.
The CIDT team at SE has revolutionized online learning by implementing innovative instructional design, faculty support, and cutting-edge technologies. CIDT offers comprehensive training and consultations to create high-quality, accessible university courses.
CIDT’s collaborative approach fosters a culture of continuous improvement and instructional excellence. Under their leadership, SE has seen significant growth in online programs and increased student satisfaction. CIDT strategic initiatives, including standardized course templates and faculty certification programs, have transformed online learning at SE and across the region.
Accepting the award at the regents’ meeting were CIDT Director Christala Smith, CIDT Assistant Director and Instructional Designer Alisha Ridenour, CIDT Instructional Designer Sarah Hughes, CIDT Instructional Designer Anthony Peak, and CIDT LMS Administrator and Instructional Designer Jarod West.
“Online learning opportunities are an important part of Oklahoma higher education,” said Chancellor Sean Burrage. “Our public colleges and universities offer hundreds of degree programs online, providing digital education options that expand college access and increase flexibility for students, such as adult learners juggling employment, family obligations and degree completion.”
The State Regents’ Online Education Task Force formed the COLE in 2016. COLE is comprised of faculty, staff and administrators representing each tier of Oklahoma’s public and private colleges and universities, as well as other entities connected to online learning technologies. As part of the ongoing effort to strengthen online learning, COLE members recognize the excellent work of faculty, staff and administrators at Oklahoma’s colleges and universities.
The Oklahoma Online Excellence Awards were established in 2017 to formally recognize individuals and teams for exceptional work in online or hybrid learning. Nominations are submitted by peers and judged by a committee of COLE members. For more information about the awards and current and previous awardees, visit https://www.ocolearnok.org/recognition/oklahoma-online-excellence-awards/.
About Southeastern
Founded in 1909, Southeastern Oklahoma State University provides an environment of academic excellence that enables students to reach their highest potential. By having personal access to excellent teaching, challenging academic programs, and extracurricular experiences, students will develop skills and habits that promote values for career preparation, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning. Our over 6,000 students include 50% first-generation students and 28% students of Native American descent, with 82% receiving financial aid. Southeastern ranks amongst the most affordable schools in the region thanks to out-of-state tuition waivers and is proud of its exceptional affordable accredited MBA program, stellar aerospace and teacher education programs, and outstanding national ranking in graduating Native American students.
