The Foundations of Impactful Teaching (FIT) Program
The Foundations of Impactful Teaching (FIT) program is designed to empower UofL educators to create courses that maximize student success. Participants in the FIT program have the opportunity to develop or revise a course of their choosing in collaboration with an instructional consultant from the Delphi Center.
Participation in the FIT program involves completion of online, asynchronous course content and three meetings with a member of the Delphi Center team. Meetings with your consultant are intended to ensure personalized support and guidance throughout the program.
Planning When to Complete the FIT Program
We recommend that all participants plan to complete the FIT Program at least two full semesters before teaching the course they plan to focus on as part of their participation in this program. This will allow participants the time necessary to apply the practices and strategies in the program to the design and development of their course. We also recognize that this timeline is not possible in all situations and will do our best to support all educators particpating in the program regardless of the timeline that they are working against.
Here is an example of an educator planning to design a class for the spring semester:
Anticipated Time Commitment for Participation
There are six asynchronous modules included in the FIT program. Most participants spend about 1.5 to 3 hours on each of the modules. Participants are asked to complete the development of at least two weeks of course content while engaged in the FIT program although some participants go beyond this requirement. The time required for development varies significantly depending on whether course content is being developed for the first time or if it's being revised. In most situations, participants estimate that they spend about 30 hours on course design.
Additional Program Details
Please review the linked program syllabus below for more information or contact Robin Zahrndt, Director of Teaching Programs, at robin.zahrndt@louisville.edu. Completion of the FIT program results in the participant earning the university's Online Teaching Credential.
FIT Program Dates
The Summer 2026 cohort runs from May 18th to August 7th.
The Fall 2026 cohort runs from August 24th to December 5th.
How Do I Sign Up for the FIT Program?
Ready to take the next step? Let us know that you are interested in completing the FIT program using the FIT Interest Form. We'll contact your unit and work to get you scheduled for a future FIT cohort!