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Online Registration Quick Guide for Course Enrollees

Welcome to IECC!

At Illinois Eastern Community Colleges, we believe in the power of lifelong learning. As an educator, we're thrilled to have you as part of our community of dedicated professionals.

The IECC Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning is here to support your professional development journey. We're excited to offer you an array of valuable courses and resources to enhance your teaching skills and expand your knowledge.

To ensure a seamless experience, we want you to go through the same admission and registration process as the students in your classes. Please follow the steps below:

  1. Apply and create an IECC student account by visiting our website.
  2. Register for the relevant CETL courses that align with your professional development goals.

Below you will find steps for registration. If you have previously filled out an IECC student application before, please click on "I HAVE Filled Out An IECC Course Application Before". If you have not filled out an IECC student application, please click "I HAVE NOT Filled Out An IECC Course Application Before".

Should you encounter any difficulties during the registration process, we're here to help! Feel free to reach out to Frontier Community College Admissions and Records by calling (618) 842-3711 or (877) 464-3687 for prompt assistance.

Get ready to embark on an enriching journey of growth and learning. We can't wait to see the positive impact you'll make as an educator at IECC!

  • NCBDN122 Orientation
  • EDU 1600 Introduction to Pedagogical Practices
  • EDU 1605 Advanced Pedagogical Practices

(Check the schedule for availability)

  • EDU 1610 Creating Educational Videos
  • EDU 1611 Creating Accessible Documents, Including Ally
  • EDU 1612 Making Canvas LMS Connections
  • EDU 1613 Bloom’s Taxonomy
  • EDU 1614 Higher Ed. Information Literacy
  • EDU 1615 Cognitive Load Best Practices
  • EDU 1616 Adult Learning in Higher Ed
  • EDU 1617 Higher Ed Classroom Management

If you already have an account, you're just a few clicks away from registering for your desired courses through Entrata. Here's what you need to do:

  1. Login to your account on Entrata.
  2. Click on the STUDENTS tab on the left-hand side.
  3. Select REGISTRATION from the options on the right-hand side.

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please reach out to our dedicated support team.

Follow these steps to enroll:

  1. Go to www.iecc.edu/apply and click on Frontier Community College (regardless of your campus).
  2. Click on CREATE ACCOUNT and fill in your basic information:
    • Name, Email, and Birthdate
    • Enter Current Term
    • Admit Type = I already have a degree
    • Location = Frontier Community College
    • Program = Voc Skills General VS-VSKGE4
    • Set your password and click CREATE ACCOUNT
  3. Click CREATE NEW APPLICATION and complete the application.
  4. After completing your application, check your email (from accounts@iecc.edu) for ENTRATA portal setup instructions.
  5. Set up your ENTRATA portal following the instructions provided.
  6. In Entrata, click on the STUDENT tab on the left and select REGISTER FOR CLASSES.
  7. Contact or schedule an appointment with an advisor for a PIN code required to register for courses.
  8. Pick your classes from the list below and use Self-Service to register for your upcoming training.

Get ready to dive into the world of teaching with our Tier 1 course! We'll equip you with essential pedagogical knowledge, introduce you to Quality Matters, and empower you with effective course design and educational technology tools.

  • This course is asynchronous, self-paced, and delivered via the dynamic Canvas platform.
  • You'll join a defined cohort with specific start and end dates, creating a supportive learning community.
  • It takes approximately 16 hours to complete, but the knowledge you'll gain is worth every second.
  • Adjunct instructors, you'll enroll and complete the TIER 1 - EDU 1600 course during your first semester of teaching with IECC, alongside a cohort of educators.
  • Satisfactory completion of the course within the termed cohort comes with a $300 stipend.
  • Upon timely and successful completion of TIER 1 - EDU 1600, you'll receive a pay increase of twenty dollars per equated hour.
  • For example, if you're currently being paid $535 per equated hour, you'll enjoy an increase to $555 per equated credit hour.
  • Your base pay increase will be effective at the beginning of the semester following course completion.
  • Tuition and fees for the TIER 1 - EDU 1600 course are fully waived.
  • The CETL (Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning) will monitor your progress and report it to the Deans.
  • For registration information and more details, visit the CETL website at https://www.iecc.edu/cetl.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to unlock your teaching potential and set your career on a path to success. Enroll today and embark on an unforgettable educational journey!

Prepare to take your pedagogical skills to the next level with our Tier 2 course! We've packed it with advanced teaching strategies, cutting-edge learning management system features, and an array of resources to create an engaging and inclusive learning experience.

  • This course is asynchronous, self-paced, and delivered via the innovative Canvas platform.
  • You'll have a defined cohort start and end dates, so you'll embark on this learning adventure with like-minded educators.
  • It takes approximately 16 hours of your time to complete, but the knowledge you'll gain is worth every minute.
  • Adjunct instructors, you'll enroll and successfully complete TIER 2 - EDU 1605 course within your first 12 months of employment, as part of a fun and supportive cohort.
  • Satisfactory completion of the course within the termed cohort comes with a cool $300 stipend!
  • Not only that, but you'll also receive a next step pay increase of twenty dollars per equated hour upon completion.
  • The best part? We'll waive the tuition and fees for the TIER 2 - EDU 1605 course.
  • The CETL (Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning) will keep an eye on your progress and report it to the Deans. Your achievements will be recognized!
  • For registration information and more details, visit the CETL website at https://www.iecc.edu/cetl.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to unlock your teaching superpowers and advance your career. Enroll today and get ready to revolutionize your classroom!

Get recognized for your educator excellence!

By completing the IECC Orientation course, TIER 1 - EDU 1600, and TIER 2 - EDU 1605, you can earn the prestigious Educator Excellence Badge and unlock TIER 3 of training.

To achieve the Educator Excellence Badge, adjunct instructors must:

  1. Choose an upcoming course to be evaluated within 12 months of satisfactorily completing the TIER 1 - EDU 1600 and TIER 2 - EDU 1605 coursework.
  2. Use the Educator Excellence form to request a course evaluation date and time.
  3. Complete and submit the Self-Evaluation form by emailing it to cetl@iecc.edu. Make sure to download and save the Self-Evaluation .PDF document to your personal computer before completion.
  4. Coordinate the evaluation date collaboratively with CETL and the adjunct instructor.

Click HERE to download the Self-Evaluation form.

Click HERE to download the Quality Matters Standards Rubric.

Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to showcase your educator excellence! Earn the Educator Excellence Badge and take your teaching to new heights.

Start your journey towards educational excellence today!

Continue your professional growth with Tier 3 courses!

After successfully completing the Educator Excellence Badging process, it's essential to engage in ongoing professional development to enhance your teaching skills and stay current in your field. Adjunct faculty are required to earn a minimum of 1 credit hour of Tier 3 or above professional development every two years as a condition of continued employment.

The CETL offers a wide range of educational opportunities and Tier 3 professional development courses for adjunct faculty to choose from.

Benefits of Tier 3 professional development include:

  • Receiving a $300 stipend upon the completion of 1 credit hour of Tier 3 professional development. Note that a maximum of 1 credit hour is reimbursable every two years.
  • A pay increase of twenty dollars per equated hour upon timely and successful completion of a Tier 3 course.
  • Eligibility for the Tier 3 base pay increase, effective at the beginning of the semester following the completion of Tier 3 course(s) totaling 1 credit hour.
  • Full waiver of tuition and fees for Tier 3 courses.

Note that adjuncts are only eligible for this Tier 3 base pay increase once.

The CETL will closely monitor and report your course progress to the Deans.

To explore the complete list of Tier 3 courses and start your professional development journey, CLICK HERE.

Don't miss out on these opportunities to enhance your teaching skills and advance your career!

Invest in your professional growth!

Important Communication Notice

Attention adjunct faculty:

We want to ensure that you stay informed and up to date with all the latest news and updates from the CETL. Therefore, we will use the IECC email system as our primary communication channel.

It is crucial that you regularly check your IECC email address to receive important communications, updates, reminders, information about new courses, stipend details, and more.

If you encounter any issues accessing your email account or need assistance, our dedicated IECC Help Desk is here to support you.

Contact the IECC Help Desk during the following hours:

  • Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Fall and Spring)
  • Monday to Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Summer)

Call 855-519-4357 or visit helpdesk.iecc.edu for assistance.

Don't miss out on important updates and valuable information. Stay connected with the CETL through your IECC email!

Your success is our priority!