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Welcome to the 8-Week Courses Resources & Scholarship Guide!

This guide includes links to educational resources to support ACC students and faculty members as ACC implements 8-week hybrid courses. Each tab on the guide has links to resources related to 8-week course design, implementation, and student support. If you need help, click on the "Get Help" tab to contact an ACC librarian.

Resources From TSC Grant Collaborators

Preparing for Shortened Academic Terms: College Spotlight - Odessa College
An Overnight Success Several Years in the Making: Odessa College began their journey in fall 2014 by converting 80% of their courses from a 16-week semester to two 8-week terms.
Preparing for Shortened Academic Terms: guide, workbook, and spotlights
On May 24, 2021, ATD released two new tools for its colleges: a Shortened Academic Terms Guide and an accompanying workbook to support the growing number of institutions across the country shifting from traditional 14- and 15-week semesters to shorter academic terms.
DEI Data Lab: Benefits of Shortened Academic Terms
According to Achieving the Dream (ATD), Odessa College’s journey to shorter academic terms began with a conversation between its president and its faculty senate chair.

Guide created by the ACC Library Services Northridge Librarians.

For questions, comments, or feedback please contact maria.ruelas@austincc.edu

ACC Links & Resources

Course Schedule by Location - Northridge Campus (Credit Fall 2023)
Course Listings as of Apr. 04, 2023
Browse upcoming course sections by academic discipline, campus, instructor, and other categories.
Teaching Consultations & Support
The Teaching & Learning Excellence Division (TLED) and the Office of Distance & Alternative Education (ODAE) provide comprehensive support in course design, technology tools for teaching, and other high-impact practices that contribute to our Guided Pathways model at Austin Community College (ACC).
Syllabus Design
Several resources are available for ACC faculty to develop, and update their course syllabi.
8-Week Course Preference Survey
The Office of Institutional Research & Analytics administered a survey in spring 2022 to students currently enrolled in 8-week sessions to learn about their experiences in and attitudes toward courses offered in an 8-week format.
Accessibility
The Austin Community College (ACC) Teaching and Learning Excellence Division (TLED) works with ACC Student Accessibility Services (SAS) to help all faculty keep updated on processes, resources, and services available to make their courses accessible for all students.

Eight week courses: Scholarship & Resources: Home

Welcome to the 8-Week Courses Resources & Scholarship Guide!

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