University of North Texas 
About CLEAR
About DSI CLEAR
The Center for Learning Experimentation, Application, and Research (CLEAR)
CLEAR was initially established in 1998 as a service to assist faculty with the development
and delivery of distributed learning at UNT. Since that time, CLEAR has expanded services
to support all types of instruction at UNT. The Center combines technology resources
with expert consultation and personnel in course design/redesign, assessment, pedagogy
and many other topics in an effort to provide faculty with "one-stop" support for
creating quality courses - regardless of the instructional delivery method.
CLEAR Mission
Our vision is to ensure all UNT faculty have the support needed to achieve their fullest
teaching potential.
The Center for Learning Experimentation, Application, and Research (CLEAR) supports the University's goals of providing the best undergraduate educational experience in Texas and providing a superior graduate education by working closely with faculty to maximize their teaching effectiveness regardless of the mode of instructional delivery. We assist faculty in the design and delivery of courses as well as with the measurement of learning at the class, department, and college level. We serve as the liaison for various administrative and technical support functions, thereby saving faculty's time, talent, and creative energies for their students. We provide leadership in the development of policies and the exploration of innovative tools and techniques that promote teaching excellence.
CLEAR supports the UNT teaching community through workshops, seminars, conferences,
individual consultations, production services, and the resources available on the
CLEAR website with an emphasis on aligning theory and practice for the roles required
of university instructors in lecture halls, seminar rooms, virtual classrooms, and
labs across all disciplines.
CLEAR Goals
Supporting Academic Departments in Strengthening Course and Program Quality
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Increase the reach of CLEAR services to the maximum number of instructional personnel with available resources
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Support and promote the use of open and shared educational resources (created both at UNT and elsewhere)
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Support and promote high-quality, innovative instruction
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Initiate and sustain programs for faculty recognition
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Facilitate sponsored projects
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Provide support for implementation of innovative teaching technology
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Help promote best practices for academic integrity
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Implement a quality review process for online courses that serve as a foundation for continuous improvement
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Support and promote innovative assessment of student learning
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Lead the strategic direction for the University’s learning management system
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Partner with other units engaged in supporting student learning on topics of mutual interest and of larger benefit to the university community (e.g., Early Warning Systems, Testing Center, Assessment, Academic Integrity)
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Influence policy development in support of UNT and CLEAR goals
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Participate in the University’s strategic plan to grow enrollment (e.g., accelerated online program model, larger courses, blended and online formats)
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Support and promote sustainable practices both within CLEAR and across the University
DSI Staff
CLEAR Administration
Dr. Rudi Thompson
Associate VP for Digital Strategy & Innovation, Executive Director for CLEAR
Dan Watson
Sr. Program Project Coordinator
Location
CLEAR's main unit is located in the Support and Services Building. The Support and Services Building is located on the corner of Avenue C and N Interstate 35E. The Teaching Excellence team is also located in the Support and Services Building. Visitors should go to the Highland St. Parking Garage Office to get a visitor's parking pass and information on where to park nearest to Support and Services Building.
Support and Services Building |
Our Mailing Address |
| Center for Learning Experimentation, Application, and Research 1500 N. Interstate 35E Denton, TX 76205 Phone:(940) 369-7394 Fax: (940) 369-7619 |
University of North Texas Center for Learning Experimentation, Application, and Research 1155 Union Circle #310889 Denton, Texas 76203-5017 |
Related Links
Questions?
Contact the DSI CLEAR team.
CLEARhelp@unt.edu (Faculty Support) CLEAR.Compliance@unt.edu (Accessibility and Compliance)
(940) 369-7394