Office of Academic Innovation

Your home for teaching at PSU

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Get help quickly this week!

Get focused, direct support Monday-Thursday this week for your Canvas course or teaching technology. Our staff will meet with you over Zoom to troubleshoot any course issues!

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We’ve Moved (Temporarily!)

The Office of Academic Innovation is currently located at:

Vanport Building
1810 SW 5th Avenue, Suite 560
🛎️ Please ring the bell for reception.

Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
We look forward to welcoming you in our temporary space!

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Virtual & In-Person Teaching Support

Get virtual and in person teaching support! Our faculty support desk is open 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday- Friday. You are welcome to visit the faculty support desk in Smith Memorial Student Union or submit a support request online.

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Teaching Resources

Get started with a teaching syllabus, in-depth pedagogy articles, and step-by-step Canvas guides on OAI+, your hub for teaching resources at PSU. Just visit oaiplus.pdx.edu to get started!

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Teaching News in Your Inbox

As a PSU instructor you will receive regular emails from your support staff with helpful technology tips, teaching pedagogy reflections, and invitations to join upcoming workshops and events.

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Professional Growth

Go deeper with your teaching practice and build your portfolio with professional development certificates, conferences, faculty cohorts, writing retreats, and book groups.

Communities & Programs

Active Teaching Community

Connect with colleagues and community partners at upcoming remote workshops and events, find mentors in your field, and build communities of practice.

Workshops & Events