When it comes to delivering online and hybrid education, the University of Michigan’s compliance with various laws, regulations, and accreditor standards depends in large part on design choices made by instructional faculty and instructional/learning experience designers. Course material must be accessible to all students , avoid copyright infringement, and, where applicable, meet student financial aid eligibility requirements under Title IV of the Higher Education Act (“Title IV”).

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Financial Aid Requirements for Distance Education

Title IV requirements, including how to ensure academic engagement and regular and substantive interaction in “distance education.”
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Student Conduct and Academic Integrity

Adhering to conduct and reporting policies in the context of digital and remote learning environments.
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Student Data Privacy

How to ensure student data and privacy concerns are protected and third-party data collection is limited.
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Accessibility and Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

Creating courses with accessibility in mind benefits all students. It is also important to understand your obligations in providing reasonable accommodations.
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Copyright

Helping you navigate copyright issues.