As a teaching institution, Coastal Carolina University recognizes the significant importance that excellence in teaching plays in the life of a university. Excellence in teaching impacts not only the quality of learning that takes place at the university, but also impacts such areas as student recruitment, retention, and graduation.

The Center for Effective Teaching and Learning (CETL) is charged with the responsibility of supporting faculty members in their work as teachers, taking a leading role in offering support for faculty members in areas related to instruction.

The Technology in Education to Advance Learning TEAL Center, provides faculty and other teaching staff an opportunity to explore technology-based teaching. The center is located in Kimbel Library.