Distance Education and Technology Committee (DETC)

The Distance Education and Technology Committee (DETC) is a subcommittee of the Academic Senate that provides guidance and recommendations related to distance education, instructional technology, accessibility, and technology-enhanced learning environments. The committee supports quality online and hybrid teaching practices that promote student success and equitable access to education.

DETC works collaboratively with faculty, staff, and campus committees to review distance education practices, develop best-practice guidance, and support effective and accessible use of instructional technologies in both online and traditional learning environments.

• Reviews new and revised Distance Education courses as part of the AP&P course approval process
• Provides guidance and recommendations related to online teaching, instructional technology, accessibility, and Regular and Substantive Interaction (RSI)
• Supports faculty professional development and resources related to distance education and educational technologies
• Collaborates with the Academic Senate, Information Technology Committee, and other campus groups on matters related to distance education and instructional technology