The Office for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning consists of four divisions — Faculty Development, Online Education, Student Learning, Outcomes Assessment, & Accreditation, and the Academic Testing Center — all of which promote excellence and innovation in teaching and learning at URI. We provide high quality courses, workshops, resources, and support for faculty and staff.
Who we are
- Christopher Lavan, Associate Vice Provost
- christopher.lavan@uri.edu
- 401.874.4809
How to find us
Student Learning, Outcomes Assessment, & Accreditation
We help faculty and departments think about student learning outcomes and design course and program level assessments.
Who we are
- Elaine Finan, Assistant Director
- efinan@uri.edu
- 401.874.9503
How to find us
Online Education
We help faculty and departments design and teach high quality online, remote, and blended courses, and support students learning in these environments.
Who we are
- Joannah Portman Daley, Assistant Director
- JoannahPortman@uri.edu
- 401.874.5636
How to find us
Faculty Development
We help faculty create high quality learning experiences and adapt evidence-based teaching strategies to enhance student learning.
Who we are
- Todd Dresser, Faculty Development Associate Director
- todd_dresser@uri.edu
- 401.874.5331