{"id":10,"date":"2026-06-18T17:54:39","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T17:54:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms.web.umflint.edu\/ode\/office-of-online-digital-education\/"},"modified":"2026-07-13T11:38:43","modified_gmt":"2026-07-13T15:38:43","slug":"office-of-online-digital-education","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/ode\/","title":{"rendered":"Office of Online &#038; Digital Education"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center fb-columns-page-header is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-0e47273b wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-content-justification-right is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-951621a4 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" 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In response, UM-Flint&#8217;s Al Taskforce has put together helpful resources to offer guidance as we begin to engage with Al tools in our teaching and learning practices. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/genai\">Learn more<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Extending Quality Education Outside the Classroom<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Office of Online &amp; Digital Education (ODE) supports the design, development, and delivery of online programs and courses for UM-Flint and connects you with the tools you need for instruction, learning, and support. As a one-stop shop for online learning and teaching, ODE works directly with students and faculty to bring accessible, relevant, and high-quality education and training outside the confines of the classroom walls and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">ODE provides:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Five days a week help desk dedicated to online learners and faculty.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A wide array of free workshops, online training, and one-on-one support.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Several professional development and continuing education opportunities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Skilled instructional designers who are dedicated to helping you develop great courses.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">ODE Mission, Vision &amp; Values<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Mission Statement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Office of Online &amp; Digital Education fosters an environment that facilitates course quality, innovation, student engagement, and a commitment to outreach and scholarship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Vision Statement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Office of Online &amp; Digital Education will position UM-Flint at the forefront of education delivery, anticipating changes in technology and using this knowledge to create and promote the value of alternative modes of education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-large-font-size\">Values<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Excellence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Creativity and Innovation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Leadership in Technology and Support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Flexibility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open Communication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaboration and Partnerships<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-x-large-font-size\">Upcoming Events<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"fb:w-full wp-block-flintblock-events-list\">\n\t\t\t<p class=\"fb:m-0 fb:font-gotham fb:text-[15px] fb:leading-[1.4] fb:text-text-secondary fb:italic\">\n\t\t\tNo upcoming events.\t\t<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-97fd7160 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the gateway to the UM-Flint Intranet for all faculty, staff, and students. 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