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Faculty Qualities of Excellence (FQE)

The image is the Faculty Qualities of Excellence (FQE) logo is a diamond shape divided into four smaller diamonds. Each smaller diamond contains a different icon representing one of the four domains of FQE. Starting from the top and moving clockwise, the first diamond contains an image of a graduation cap, symbolizing STUDENT INVESTED. The second diamond shows a person giving a presentation indicating PEDAGOGICALLY EXCELLENT. The third diamond features books with a magnifying glass suggesting CONTENT EXPERT. The fourth diamond depicts a network of people representing INSTITUTIONALLY DEDICATED.

The Office of Strategy and Innovation (OSI) will center faculty programming around the four Faculty Qualities of Excellence (FQEs).

Image of a graduation cap inside a diamond shape. STUDENT INVESTED
An excellent Lone Star College faculty member demonstrates commitment to student successby maintaining academic rigor, fostering student accountability, and embracing diversity in all its forms.

 Image of a person giving a presentation inside a diamond shape.PEDAGOGICALLY EXCELLENT
An excellent Lone Star College faculty member employs engaging instructional strategies to foster student learning.

Image of four books and a magnifying glass inside a diamond shape.CONTENT EXPERT
An excellent Lone Star College faculty member is dedicated and invested in one’s discipline and exhibits a continual pursuit of knowledge.

Image of a network of people inside a diamond shape. INSTITUTIONALLY DEDICATED
An excellent Lone Star College faculty member will collegially participate, communicate, and collaborate within the college and community.


Training Related to FQE

FQE Training
The image emphasizes the graduation cap inside a smaller diamond, representing the STUDENT INVESTED domain.
  • Get 5 Star Evaluations for Your Online Course! (To access the webinar recording: Go to Nearpod.com and enter the Code: PUTQW)
  • Something to Chew on Series: Let's Discuss Syllabus
  • Supporting First-Gen Students
  • Student-Centered Through the Use of Inclusive Language
  • Creating and Inclusive Classroom & Campus Community
  • How To be an Affirming LGBTQ+ Ally
  • Tips for Supporting Students During the Covid-19 Crisis
  • The 57 Bus - Learning Circle Faculty Book Club
The image emphasizes the person giving a presentation inside a smaller diamond, representing the PEDAGOGICALLY EXCELLENT domain.
The image emphasizes the books and a magnifying glass inside a smaller diamond, representing the CONTENT EXPERT domain.
The image emphasizes the network of people inside a smaller diamond, representing the INSTITUTIONALLY DEDICATED domain.
  • TEDxLSCTomball
  • New Employee Culture Orientation (NECO)
  • Global GRIT Experience
  • Something to Chew On Series: Why Diversity Matters
  • What You Say Matters
  • Seeing Beyond Your Own Cultural Reality
  • Generational Differences
  • Why Diversity is Even More Important in the Online Environment During COVID-19
  • Preparing Adjuncts for the Next Step (Full-Time)
  • Seizure Recognition & First-Aid
  • First-Gen & Beyond
  • Support Geoscience Students Through Faculty Community

Training Related to Technology / D2L

  • Getting Started with Microsoft Teams: Microsoft Stream / YouTube
  • Record and Caption Presentations in PowerPoint
  • Getting Started with TechSmith Relay: YouTube
  • Is Your Online Instructional Content Accessible? How to Support Students with Declared & Undeclared Disabilities?
  • Personalizing Online Learning: Tools & Strategies to Increase Engagement & Success
  • 10 Strategies to Decrease Dropouts & Increase Retention Using Technology
  • Moving Your Classes Online: How to Prepare & Support Learners & Instructors
  • Customize Your FYE Course Using an Online Video-Based Textbook
  • Leveraging Technologies to Enhance Success for Diverse Generation Z Populations
  • Complimentary Online Course: Implementing Technology to Support & Engage First-Year Students
  • Growing Your GRIT Apps
  • Create Your Own Videos with One Button Studio
  • Soft Chalk
  • GRIT-ified Assignments
  • It's To Go Series:
  • Trello® Training

Training Related to Personal Growth and Soft Skills

  • Graduate Study Conference (GSC)
  • Emotions During Covid-19
  • Time Management Doesn't Work
  • Clifton Strengths: Activating Your Lessor Strengths During Adversity
  • Choose Your Own Emotions
  • Time Management: Facing Procrastination and "Time Snatchers"
  • Make Mistakes Work for You
  • Gallup Strength

For more information about FQE, contact Kentrie LeDee at KLeDee@lonestar.edu

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