At the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE), we value and support the important role of adjunct faculty at Saint Leo University. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for resources and support, this page offers quick access to some of the most frequently requested information. As you explore, you will find that the CTLE website is designed to support your teaching, professional development, and practical needs. This space was created to help you find what you need more easily.
For help with teaching strategies, instructional tools, or pedagogy, use the Request Teaching Support button. For course-related issues like broken links, gradebook issues, or content not loading, use the Request Course Support button.
Essential Training
Teaching at Saint Leo Course
Courses for Teaching and Learning
Access OKTA & Learn About eLion Self-Service
OKTA
OKTA is Saint Leo’s secure single sign-on system. Use one login to access all university apps and systems. It simplifies your workflow and enhances security by reducing the need to manage multiple usernames and passwords.
eLion Resources
Access this page for step-by-step instructions and tools for using eLion Self-Service. It’s designed to help faculty complete key academic tasks efficiently and supports your teaching with reliable, easy-to-use resources.
Community Intranet
The SLU Community Intranet gives students, faculty, and staff one place to find news, tools, support, and resources. It connects the entire Saint Leo community through a central, convenient, and easy-to-navigate platform.
Faculty Adjunct Handbook, Term Dates and Course Schedules
Adjunct Handbook
Access the SLU Adjunct Faculty Handbook for policies, resources, and teaching guidelines designed to support your success.
Academic Calendar
Review the SLU Academic Calendar to track term start dates, breaks, deadlines, and events across the university for better preparation.
Academic Term Dates
View Saint Leo’s official term dates, including semester start and end times, to support planning, scheduling, and course preparation.
Course Schedule
Explore SLU course schedules with course numbers, section details, titles, and start dates for upcoming terms to prepare for teaching.
Policies and Expectations
Academic Standards and Honor Code
Saint Leo academic standards and policies, including grade changes, plagiarism, the honor code, student conduct, attendance expectations, and classroom-related procedures.
Online Faculty Expectations
Review expectations for online faculty, including start-of-term tasks, weekly responsibilities, communication guidelines, grading practices, student interaction, and course management.
Student Code of Conduct
Review expectations for online faculty, including start-of-term tasks, weekly responsibilities, communication guidelines, grading practices, student interaction, and course management.
AI Policies and Guides
Required AI Syllabus Statement Options
University approved syllabus statement regarding the use of Artificial Intelligence.
Faculty AI Use Policy
Saint Leo’s AI Faculty Use Policy ensures ethical and transparent use of AI in teaching, course design, and academic work across the university.
Student AI Guide
The AI Student Guide supports ethical, confident, and effective use of AI tools in learning, research, writing, and academic collaboration at Saint Leo.
Essential Training with Key Assignments
Essential Training with Key Assignments
See which courses include Key Assignments by checking the official Saint Leo list provided to faculty for each academic term at the university.
Key Assignment Resources
Watch a short video on adjusting D2L assignment settings and fixing common submission issues that may affect grading and assignment visibility.
REQUIRED
Key Assignment and Rubrics Training
If your course includes Key Assignments, complete training on purpose, expectations, rubric use, and grading practices for consistent evaluation.
Common Setups & How-To Guides
Tutorials on D2L, Course Design & AI
Access step-by-step resources for D2L basics, course design strategies, and AI tools that simplify your teaching.
D2L Gradebook Tips
This short video explores everything you need to know to get your D2L Gradebook fully set up and working correctly for your course and your students.
Fixing Assignment Submission Issues in D2L
This short video shows how to adjust D2L assignment settings and resolve the most common student submission issues quickly, easily, and effectively.
How to Link Turnitin to an Assignment
Learn how to link your course assignment to Turnitin for plagiarism detection by following just a few simple steps in this quick and helpful tutorial.
Teaching and Support Resources
The Academic Affairs Resources page serves as a quick guide to help faculty easily navigate key academic tools and information available through the Saint Leo University Intranet.
The Academic Integrity/Plagiarism page details SLUs Academic Honor Code, with policies on academic integrity, plagiarism, and resources on AI use, including the faculty AI policy and student AI guide.
Draft Coach – A Microsoft Word online add-in that helps students check their work for plagiarism, grammar issues, and citation errors before submitting assignments. This tool supports academic integrity by providing detailed feedback and suggestions, allowing students to improve the quality and originality of their writing.
Course Material – Find everything you need for your course materials at Saint Leo, including textbook support, instructor resources, desk copy requests, and help for students. Connect with the Learning Resource Team for personalized assistance.
Explore the CTLE Teaching Resource page for a wide range of resources designed to support and inspire your teaching. Whether you are looking for strategies to enhance student engagement, guidance for the first days of class, or best practices for teaching in online, hybrid, or on-ground formats, this page brings together practical tools and ideas grounded in effective pedagogy. You will also find tips for course design, inclusive teaching, and classroom management. It is a helpful starting point for strengthening your approach and supporting student success.
Explore our D2L Webpage Course Shell Prep page for step-by-step guides, videos, and screenshots to help you build content, assignments, discussions, and more, for any teaching format. For 24/7 D2L support, call 1-866-928-2439.
The Office of Accessibility Services exists to promote and uphold the values of Saint Leo University by ensuring all members of the University community and guests have equitable access to the programs, opportunities, and activities available at Saint Leo
The Cannon Memorial Library offers a wide range of resources and services to support the academic and research needs of students, faculty, and the broader Saint Leo community. From access to scholarly databases and research assistance to digital collections and study spaces, the library is a central hub for learning and discovery. Whether you are working on a class assignment, conducting in-depth research, or exploring new topics, the library provides the tools and guidance to help you succeed.
Technology Support and Resources
Get tech help and resources from Saint Leo’s DoIT Department.
Find Zoom tools for teaching, meetings, and class management.
Use Microsoft Copilot for AI-powered research, writing, and course planning.
Find tools, tips, videos, and insights to support teaching with the CTLE AI Resource Hub
Explore CTLE’s Technology Resource page, guides, and tech support for teaching and learning.
Contacts
View Saint Leo University College Contacts here!
Email Faculty Services here.
Click here to view the Saint Leo University Faculty and Staff directory
Email the CTLE department or Submit a Request Help ticket.
Submit a technology request through the SLU DoIT helpdesk portal
Email the Human Resources Department (HR) at SLU