The Michael V. Drake Institute for Teaching and Learning was established in April 2016 to advance the academic mission of the university and position Ohio State as a world-class leader in teaching and learning. The Drake Institute drives, coordinates and partners on initiatives that integrate and enhance teaching and learning efforts across the university, cultivate teaching excellence, improve the student learning experience, and foster community among Ohio State educators.
Teaching Endorsements
Browse more than 25 curated professional learning programs, thoughtfully designed for Ohio State educators.
Instructional Consultations
Get individualized support to address your teaching questions, challenges and ideas.
Course Design Institute
Learn an evidence-based, step-by-step process for designing your next course in this signature Institute program.
Our Partnerships
Explore projects and partnerships that support teaching excellence at Ohio State.
Digital Accessibility Support
Updated regulations under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) require that digital content shared and used across the university meet established web accessibility standards by April 26, 2027. The Drake Institute has worked alongside partners across campus to provide targeted trainings and resources to help you grow your digital accessibility skills and create accessible, student-friendly course materials.
Teaching Support for AI Fluency
The Drake Institute provides a range of resources and learning opportunities to help you make informed decisions about incorporating AI into teaching and learning. Our offerings can support you to establish clear expectations for AI use, design effective learning activities in light of AI, and employ teaching strategies that help students use AI critically, responsibly and effectively.
Navigating Conflict Toolkit
Classroom conflict is a normal and expected aspect of teaching and learning. When navigated thoughtfully, moments of tension and disagreement can lead to significant learning and growth. This toolkit provides related resources for Ohio State instructors, including essential information on university policies and resources for building effective learning environments that support civil discourse and freedom of expression.
