Appendix A: The Academy

In 2012, The University of Texas System Academy of Distinguished Teachers was established to recognize outstanding educators across The University of Texas System academic institutions. The Academy recognizes educators who have demonstrated leadership in education and are committed to improving learning across the UT System. Members of the Academy serve as the System-level advisory and advocacy group dedicated to fostering classroom innovation, promoting interdisciplinary educational perspectives, and catalyzing the sharing of best practices across campuses in the UT System.

Examples of the Academy’s work include a yearly teaching forum for UT System Regents’ Outstanding Teaching Award winners, and a blog site on best practices in teaching and learning in higher education.