{"id":409,"date":"2018-10-25T19:04:11","date_gmt":"2018-10-26T00:04:11","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/accinsweb8366.wpenginepowered.com\/tled\/?page_id=409"},"modified":"2026-04-13T10:27:08","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T15:27:08","slug":"semester-prep","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tled\/semester-prep\/","title":{"rendered":"Semester Prep"},"content":{"rendered":"<section aria-labelledby=\"semester-prep-title\">Getting your semester started takes planning, but there\u2019s plenty of support. Have a suggestion for this page? Email <a href=\"mailto:tledcomms@austincc.edu\">tledcomms@austincc.edu<\/a>.<\/section>\n<section aria-labelledby=\"how-to-use-title\">\n<h3 id=\"how-to-use-title\">How to Use These Pages<\/h3>\n<p>Use the links in the &#8220;Related Links&#8221; section at the bottom of this page for information to help you prepare for the upcoming semester and bookmark this page to reference in the future.<\/p>\n<p>Faculty support is available for every aspect of teaching. If you still have questions, submit a <a href=\"https:\/\/acchelp.austincc.edu\/TDClient\/277\/Portal\/Requests\/ServiceCatalog?CategoryID=1377\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Faculty TDX ticket<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section aria-labelledby=\"announcements-title\">\n<h3 id=\"announcements-title\">Announcements and Reminders<\/h3>\n<h4><b>Accessibility at ACC: policy update and new ADA regulations<\/b><\/h4>\n<p>In 2025, the Academic and Student Affairs Council updated <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/administrative-rules\/?p=1374\">Administrative Rule 5.0401.01 Course Materials Orders<\/a>. Additionally, starting April 2026, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ada.gov\/resources\/2024-03-08-web-rule\/#top\">new ADA regulations<\/a> will require colleges like ACC to ensure all online courses, digital content, and apps meet accessibility standards. The Office of Distance &amp; Alternative Education is offering a <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScWKLzMWWmreFgoZ0d5v_UwpyeXf42zY3b1QFcfrXrCmNVN5g\/viewform\"> variety of training sessions<\/a> to give you the skills to design accessible, inclusive online learning. Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/tled.austincc.edu\/faculty-support\/course-development\/accessibility\/quick-links-to-accessibility-services\/\"> ACC Support Links for Accessibility Services<\/a> page and the <a href=\"https:\/\/tled.austincc.edu\/calendar\">Faculty Events Calendar<\/a> for additional opportunities.<\/p>\n<h4><b>ACC launches new service request system<\/b><\/h4>\n<p>ACC has officially transitioned from the Mojo ticketing system to TeamDynamix (TDX) \u2014 the College\u2019s new, streamlined platform for service requests. Bookmark the new portal: <a href=\"https:\/\/acchelp.austincc.edu\/TDClient\/277\/Portal\/Home\/\">acchelp.austincc.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<p>For tutorials, videos, and support, visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/blog\/2025\/10\/13\/new-service-request-system-replacing-mojo-october-29\/\">ACC InfoHub article<\/a> or contact <a href=\"mailto:byebyemojo-group@austincc.edu\">byebyemojo-group@austincc.edu<\/a> with questions.<\/p>\n<article aria-labelledby=\"lms-rule-title\">\n<h4><b>Connect our students with support services: Basic Needs Referral Form<\/b><\/h4>\n<p>Please submit the <a href=\"https:\/\/cm.maxient.com\/reportingform.php?AustinCC&amp;layout_id=111\">Basic Needs System (BNS) Referral Form<\/a> to connect students with support services that address barriers to their overall well-being and success. This includes access to resources related to food, housing, transportation, childcare, mental health, financial assistance, disability services, and more. Once submitted, a member of the Basic Needs team will follow up with the student.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"lms-rule-title\">Learning Management System administrative rule and guidelines<\/h4>\n<p>Austin Community College (ACC) has adopted an administrative rule and guidelines establishing minimum Learning Management System (Blackboard Ultra) standards across all course modalities. These standards improve course navigation and ensure consistent access to essential materials.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Administrative rule:<\/strong> Learn more about ACC\u2019s commitment to structured, student-centered learning environments. <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/administrative-rules\/?p=2749\">View the administrative rule<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Guidelines &amp; procedures:<\/strong> Review the procedures every ACC credit course must follow, from syllabus placement to student performance tracking. <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/administrative-rules\/?p=2751\">View the guidelines and procedures<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/article>\n<article aria-labelledby=\"syllabus-policy-title\">\n<h4><strong>New ACC AI Resource Hub<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The ACC Generative AI Resource Hub\u200b\u200b is your central space to explore how ACC is implementing Generative AI across the College. The work is guided by ACC\u2019s Collegewide AI Strategic Planning and Implementation Steering Committees in close partnership with the Information Technology (IT) department. <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.austincc.edu\/ai-resource-hub\/\"> Visit the new hub<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h4 id=\"syllabus-policy-title\">New syllabus policy on the use of AI<\/h4>\n<p>Starting fall 2025, all ACC course syllabi must include a generative AI statement\u2014Prohibited, Permitted, or Required. This policy ensures students understand your expectations for AI use in the classroom. <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/document\/d\/1MSrltvbZH4hpdkQXSN4nwTEOtkotRDTbmclnIm1j32M\/edit?tab=t.0\">Learn more<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/section>\n<section aria-labelledby=\"faculty-support-title\">\n<h3 id=\"faculty-support-title\">Faculty Teaching Support<\/h3>\n<article aria-labelledby=\"consultations-title\">\n<h4 id=\"consultations-title\">Consultations<\/h4>\n<p>TLED and the Office of Distance &amp; Alternative Education (ODAE) offer support in course design, teaching with technology, and other high-impact practices. Explore options on the <a href=\"https:\/\/tled.austincc.edu\/faculty-support\/services\/teaching-consultations-and-support\/\">Teaching Consultations &amp; Support page<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/article>\n<article aria-labelledby=\"drop-in-help-title\">\n<h4 id=\"drop-in-help-title\">Drop-in help<\/h4>\n<p>Work with Distance Education (DE) instructional designers to finalize your courses. Get guidance on DE course design, tips, strategies, and technology support.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Format:<\/strong> Drop-in sessions. Join anytime during the dates and times listed.<\/p>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px\">Dates: Monday\u2013Friday, Jan. 12\u201316, 2026<br \/>\nTime: 11 a.m.\u2013noon<br \/>\nLocation: Zoom meeting<br \/>\n<a class=\"href=&quot;https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdOyzmqvQ0X-F96-Ml2jOSge6Wg3IsdmFQP61ytvRG3PBFD9Q\/closedform&quot;\" href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdOyzmqvQ0X-F96-Ml2jOSge6Wg3IsdmFQP61ytvRG3PBFD9Q\/closedform\">Register here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Questions: <a href=\"mailto:dlstaff@austincc.edu\">dlstaff@austincc.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<\/article>\n<\/section>\n<section aria-labelledby=\"edtech-support-title\">\n<h3 id=\"edtech-support-title\">Educational Technology Support<\/h3>\n<p>Educational Technologists are located on each campus, and the teams provide faculty\u2013 and staff \u2013training and support on Blackboard Ultra and other academic technologies, classroom AV, and provide technology that can be checked out to support instruction. The Educational Technology Support team is located in campus <a href=\"https:\/\/tled.austincc.edu\/faculty-support\/services\/teaching-and-learning-centers\/\"> Teaching &amp; Learning Centers (TLCs)<\/a> and can be reached via phone 512-223-0111 for support across the District.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Check out equipment<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Do you need a webcam, iPad, or headset? The <a href=\"https:\/\/tled.austincc.edu\/tled-offices\/office-of-academic-technology\/\">Office of Academic Technology<\/a> has these and many other items available for check out\u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/tled.austincc.edu\/faculty-support\/services\/equipment\/\">see the complete list<\/a>. Faculty can visit their campus <a href=\"https:\/\/tled.austincc.edu\/faculty-support\/services\/teaching-and-learning-centers\/\">TLC<\/a> to check out technology. Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/tled.austincc.edu\/faculty-support\/services\/equipment\/\">Check Out Equipment page<\/a> for more details.<\/p>\n<article aria-labelledby=\"important-dates-title\">\n<h4 id=\"important-dates-title\">Important dates<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Jan. 12-16 (Monday\u2013Friday):<\/strong> In-person and virtual support during normal hours (below).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jan. 17 (Saturday):<\/strong> All campus locations closed to walk-in support. Virtual support during normal hours.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Jan. 20:<\/strong> All campuses resume in-person and virtual support.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/article>\n<article aria-labelledby=\"support-hours-title\">\n<h4 id=\"support-hours-title\">Support hours and contact<\/h4>\n<dl>\n<dt>On-campus support<\/dt>\n<dd>Monday\u2013Friday: 8 a.m.\u20135 p.m.<\/dd>\n<dt>Phone\/virtual support<\/dt>\n<dd>Monday\u2013Friday: 5\u20139 p.m.<\/dd>\n<dd>Saturday: 8 a.m.\u20135 p.m.<\/dd>\n<dd>Phone: 512-223-0111<\/dd>\n<\/dl>\n<\/article>\n<\/section>\n<section aria-labelledby=\"library-services-title\">\n<h3 id=\"library-services-title\">ACC Library Services<\/h3>\n<p>Library support continues during intersession. <a href=\"https:\/\/library.austincc.edu\/help\/ask.php\">24\/7 Live Chat with a Librarian<\/a> is available to assist with assignments, research, citations, and aligning resources with your curriculum.<\/p>\n<p>Faculty librarian consultations are available by request. For one-on-one support during intersession, contact the Dean of Library Services, Dr. Keri Moczygemba via email at <a href=\"mailto:keri.moczygemba@austincc.edu\">keri.moczygemba@austincc.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Your ACCeID provides access to electronic resources, guides, and tutorials at <a href=\"https:\/\/library.austincc.edu\">library.austincc.edu<\/a>. Popular resources include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/library.austincc.edu\/help\/ask.php\">24\/7 Live Chat with a Librarian<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/library.austincc.edu\/help\/iloptions.php#request\">Request an information literacy session or custom resource guide<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/library.austincc.edu\/gen-info\/facultylibrarians-subject.php\">Contact your Area of Study faculty librarian<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/researchguides.austincc.edu\/?b=s\">Research guides by subject<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/library.austincc.edu\/eresources\/atoz.php\">Databases<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/library.austincc.edu\/help\/tutorials.php\">Tutorials for your syllabus, Blackboard<\/a>, and more<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><b>Spring 2026<\/b><\/h4>\n<p>Campus libraries will be open the week before classes, January 12-16, to provide services and resources to continuing and new students, faculty, and staff. All libraries are open:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li>Jan. 12, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.<\/li>\n<li>Jan. 13, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.<\/li>\n<li>Jan. 14, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.<\/li>\n<li>Jan. 15, 8 a.m.-8 p.m.<\/li>\n<li>Jan. 16, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Campus libraries resume <a href=\"https:\/\/library.austincc.edu\/loc\/\">regular hours<\/a> starting January 20.<\/p>\n<h3>Get Help<\/h3>\n<\/section>\n<section aria-labelledby=\"quick-links-title\">\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tled.austincc.edu\/faculty-support\/services\/technology-help\/blackboard-help\/\">Blackboard help<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tled.austincc.edu\/home\/faculty-support\/services\/teaching-consultations-and-support\/\">Teaching consultations<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tled.austincc.edu\/faculty-support\/services\/technology-help\/\">Technology help<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n<section aria-labelledby=\"faculty-calendar-title\">\n<h3 id=\"faculty-calendar-title\">Faculty Events Calendar<\/h3>\n<p>Use the Faculty Events Calendar to find upcoming professional development opportunities, important college dates and deadlines, and self-paced or archived training. The calendar is interactive and lets you sort by topic or overlap events with your Google Calendar.<\/p>\n<p>Bookmark: <a href=\"https:\/\/tled.austincc.edu\/calendar\">tled.austincc.edu\/calendar<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/lp.constantcontactpages.com\/sl\/HeY4tpX\">Subscribe to TLED\u2019s faculty newsletter<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Related Links<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tled\/semester-prep\/sp-academic-alert\/\">Academic Alert<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tled\/semester-prep\/sp-accessibility\/\">Accessibility<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tled.austincc.edu\/faculty-support\/course-development\/course-evaluation\/course-evaluation-calendar\/\">Course evaluation calendar<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tled\/semester-prep\/sp-distance-education\/\">Distance education<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tled\/semester-prep\/sp-google-sites-webpages\/\">Google Sites\/webpages<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tled\/semester-prep\/sp-student-resources-and-support\/\">Student resources &amp; support<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tled\/semester-prep\/sp-syllabus\/\">Syllabus<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tled\/semester-prep\/sp-testing\/\">Testing<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/instruction.austincc.edu\/tled\/end-of-semester-prep\/\">End of semester prep<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Getting your semester started takes planning, but there\u2019s plenty of support. 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