Faculty Resources

Michigan Engineering Online & Professional Education (ME-OPE) is dedicated to assisting faculty, academic departments, and research laboratories/institutes in reaching a global audience beyond traditional classroom settings.

Program Development

We support every stage of program and project development, from initial concept to launch, by providing expert guidance and management tools.

Instructional Design & Course Production

Partner with our team to develop engaging, high-impact courses grounded in the latest pedagogical practices and digital production techniques.

Digital Production and Recording Studios

Record digital course content in our studios or technology-enhanced classrooms.

Working with Us

ME-OPE supports instructors with instructional design, educational technology, and media production. Drawing on federal guidelines and best practices for online learning, our collaboration with instructors helps elevate the quality and consistency of our college’s online courses.

Alumni Engagement

Partner with ME-OPE to reach Michigan Engineering alumni through professional education programs that support career advancement and lifelong learning.

Industry Partnerships

Leverage partnerships with industry to help align online programs with workforce needs.

Student Services & Support

In collaboration with the C.A.R.E. Center, Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD), and others, provide comprehensive support services to online students.

Enrollment Processes and Credentials

Offering students additional value with digital badges and credentials at course completion.

Federal Regulations

ME-OPE can help ensure your online course or program adheres to federal guidelines in relation to accessibility, student engagement, copyright and in other important areas.

Program Review and Approval

Launching a new online degree program requires significant preparation and coordination. ME-OPE is equipped to help you navigate this process.

Business Intelligence

Ensure your program aligns with workforce needs and market demand. ME-OPE leverages AI and labor market analytics to provide timely, data-driven insights.

Professional Development

ME-OPE promotes instructor professional development through regular workshops and a robust library of resources, led by instructional designers trained in Quality Matters® standards.

Digital Accessibility

ME-OPE instructional designers assist instructors and GSIs in applying accessibility standards, such as WCAG, to make digital content inclusive and accessible to all learners.

Pathways for Impact

ME-OPE advances the college’s global impact by offering online degrees, professional education for career advancement, customized training for organizations, continuing education for alumni, and personal growth opportunities for lifelong learners.

Online Degrees and Graduate Certificates

Create online degrees and graduate certificates that address the unique demands of global learners, helping them acquire emerging skills and knowledge.

Non-Credit Professional Education

Offer non-credit courses and specialized credentials tailored for professionals, corporate clients, and alumni seeking continuing engineering education.

Workforce Development

ME-OPE partners with faculty and workforce experts to create in-person and online programs that are designed to support career advancement and upskilling.

Grant Support

ME-OPE collaborates with faculty to create e-learning and instructional programs that strengthen the impact and competitiveness of grant proposals.

Reusable Digital Assets

Enhance on-campus instruction by producing high-quality, reusable digital materials, including recordings of key lectures and guest speakers.

Course Conversion

ME-OPE supports instructors in adapting in-person courses for online delivery.

Testimonials

I used [a] Nexus (now ME-OPE) studio to record my lecture videos in the summer. It was a fantastic experience. The facility, the production assistants, and the post-production support are all great. I can't speak highly enough of my overall experience. Thank you and others for all the work that made my teaching more enjoyable and less stressful.
Jing Sun, PhD
Michael G. Parsons Collegiate Professor; Department Chair, Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering