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Bellevue College is committed to high-quality, accessible, and engaging online education. The Online Excellence Teaching Academy (OETA), developed and led by Interactive eLearning in collaboration with Faculty Commons and the BC Librarians, supports this mission by providing structured professional development for faculty teaching credit-bearing online courses.
Established under the leadership of former President Gary Locke, the OETA ensures that instructors are equipped with the tools, strategies, and support they need to succeed in virtual learning environments. The program is delivered in two phases, totaling 34 hours of training and focuses on Canvas proficiency, effective pedagogy, digital tools, accessibility, and more.
Whether you’re a prospective faculty member, a current instructor, or simply interested in how Bellevue College maintains excellence in online teaching, the OETA reflects our strong, college-wide commitment to quality education, anytime, anywhere.
I found the OETA very useful in challenging me as an instructor to continue to develop professional skills in teaching online and in being more empathic with my students’ needs. I also enjoyed meeting & working with more colleagues at BC.
OETA Certified Instructor
Bellevue College
Online teaching isn’t just about using technology, it’s about creating equitable, engaging, and effective learning experiences for all students. Through the OETA, faculty gain practical skills and a strong foundation in digital pedagogy, compliance, accessibility, and student-centered design. The program ensures our online courses reflect Bellevue College’s commitment to quality education and innovation.
Interactive eLearning supports student academic success by offering faculty instructional design consultations grounded in evidence-based course standards. The team also manages the learning management system, applies technology creatively, develops engaging online experiences, oversees digital equipment, and provides training for both students and faculty.
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