Quality Matters Consortium
The Texas A&M University System is committed to advancing excellence in online education through its participation in the Quality Matters (QM) Consortium. As part of our ongoing efforts to provide robust training opportunities and build long-term capacity for our faculty and staff, the QM Consortium aims to facilitate the sharing of best practices in course review processes and professional development. By investigating the most effective ways to collaborate across campuses, the consortium seeks to enhance the quality and accessibility of online learning experiences. This initiative underscores our dedication to providing a high standard of education while empowering our academic community with the tools and resources necessary for continued growth and innovation in teaching and learning.
Courses Meeting “Quality Matters Essentials”
Each Texas A&M University System member institution has adopted an internal process for preparing and reviewing online courses. Courses that have been reviewed and meet the essential standards from the Quality Matters rubric will be identified as meeting the expectations for quality assurance within the TAMU System. The following logo will be used in these courses and presented at the individual institutions. Please contact your QM coordinator at your institution for more information.
Click the logo below to see the list of essential standards met in a course.
A Message from Quality Matters
As a trusted partner in online learning excellence, Quality Matters (QM) reaffirms its commitment to supporting institutions in navigating the evolving higher education landscape. In response to the U.S. Department of Education’s February 2025 Dear Colleague Letter, QM shared a thoughtful message underscoring its dedication to evidence-based standards, inclusive practices, and institutional autonomy. Read the full response from QM’s CEO, Dr. Deborah Adair, to learn how QM continues to champion quality, equity, and student success in online education.
QM Community Engagement Manager
The Higher Ed Community Engagement Manager is the main point of contact between Quality Matters and Texas A&M System institutions.
This role supports campuses by:
- Aligning QM resources with institutional goals for online and hybrid learning
- Sharing opportunities for professional development, webinars, and events
- Supporting QM Coordinators (QMCs) and helping campuses without a QMC establish one
- Assisting with QM Course Reviews and quality assurance initiatives
- Offering personalized outreach, including meetings and Q&A sessions
Contact the TAMU System’s Community Engagement Manager for guidance on maximizing your QM membership.
Jennifer Culver, Ph.D.
Community Engagement Manager, Higher Ed, CPE
Phone: 410-497-8078
Email Jennifer
Skype: Jennifer Culver@QM
Quality Assurance at the Universities
The following links will direct you to each institution’s page on how quality assurance is implemented in online courses at their university. You may visit their pages and learn more about their internal review processes or reach out to your QM coordinator at your institution for more information.
Last updated: April 2025