Office of Academic Innovation

Your home for teaching at PSU

Accessible Teaching Faculty Support

Digital accessibility changes for faculty

Learn what steps to take first, and how to bring your course and course materials into accessibility compliance to meet the updated Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

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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