CFD Cheat Sheet 2026

The 30 highest-yield CFD facts, distilled from real exam questions. Print it, save it as a PDF, or study it here — free, no sign-up.

1. According to best practices in DEI faculty training, which type of feedback is most effective for reducing bias in peer evaluations? → Criterion-referenced feedback tied to specific, observable behaviors
2. A CFD professional discovers a conflict of interest in a current assignment. What is the MOST ethical course of action? → Disclose the conflict immediately and recuse if necessary
3. Who is credited with originating the concept of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) and distinguishing it from the scholarship of discovery? → Ernest Boyer
4. What is a performance task? → Application in real scenarios
5. What is peer mentoring? → Among colleagues at similar levels
6. When a CFD professional faces pressure to compromise professional standards, the BEST response is to: → Document the pressure and uphold professional standards
7. What is the PRIMARY purpose of obtaining CFD certification in Certified Faculty Developer? → To demonstrate verified competency and adherence to professional standards
8. How can mentoring relationships be sustained? → Regular meetings and respect
9. Why should mentoring programs be evaluated? → Measure effectiveness
10. When evaluating a Learning Management System (LMS) for faculty adoption, which factor most directly impacts the cognitive load placed on students? → User interface consistency and intuitive navigation
11. Why is self-assessment valuable? → Encourages reflection
12. Which e-learning standard ensures that course content packages created in one LMS can be imported and tracked in another without data loss? → SCORM or xAPI (Tin Can)
13. Which framework categorizes privilege and oppression along multiple intersecting axes such as race, gender, class, and sexuality? → Intersectionality
14. How do learning objectives guide instruction? → Define clear goals
15. Which approach to faculty development best supports sustainable integration of new technology tools into teaching practice? → Embedded, ongoing coaching that connects tool use to specific pedagogical goals
16. How does curriculum evaluation benefit teaching? → Identify improvements
17. What is the MOST effective way for new CFD professionals to build competency? → Combining formal education, mentored practice, and ongoing professional development
18. What is the benefit of collaborative learning? → Enhances critical thinking
19. According to Universal Design for Learning (UDL), which of the following is one of the three core principles faculty should apply to course design? → Multiple means of engagement
20. What is the main goal of faculty mentoring? → Support professional growth
21. Why is learner analysis important? → Tailor curriculum to learners
22. Which statement BEST describes the relationship between Certified Faculty Developer certification and industry evolution? → Requirements evolve periodically to reflect advances in knowledge and practice
23. What is the PRIMARY purpose of obtaining CFD certification in Certified Faculty Developer? → To demonstrate verified competency and adherence to professional standards
24. What is the PRIMARY purpose of obtaining CFD certification in Certified Faculty Developer? → To demonstrate verified competency and adherence to professional standards
25. What is the MOST important leadership quality for a CFD certified professional managing a team? → Demonstrating integrity, clear communication, and ability to develop team members
26. What is the PRIMARY ethical obligation of a certified Certified Faculty Developer professional regarding confidential information? → Protect it from unauthorized disclosure at all times
27. Which blended learning model places the majority of direct instruction online and uses classroom time primarily for application and discussion? → Flipped Classroom Model
28. What is the PRIMARY benefit of data-driven decision making in Certified Faculty Developer? → It provides objective evidence to support decisions, reduce bias, and track outcomes
29. Which scenario represents a violation of the Certified Faculty Developer code of professional conduct? → Misrepresenting qualifications or certification status
30. What is differentiated instruction? → Tailor to learner needs