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. 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
2. 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
3. What is a performance task? → Application in real scenarios
4. What is peer mentoring? → Among colleagues at similar levels
5. When a CFD professional faces pressure to compromise professional standards, the BEST response is to: → Document the pressure and uphold professional standards
6. What is the PRIMARY purpose of obtaining CFD certification in Certified Faculty Developer? → To demonstrate verified competency and adherence to professional standards
7. How can mentoring relationships be sustained? → Regular meetings and respect
8. Why should mentoring programs be evaluated? → Measure effectiveness
9. 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
10. Why is self-assessment valuable? → Encourages reflection
11. 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)
12. How do learning objectives guide instruction? → Define clear goals
13. 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
14. How does curriculum evaluation benefit teaching? → Identify improvements
15. What is the MOST effective way for new CFD professionals to build competency? → Combining formal education, mentored practice, and ongoing professional development
16. What is the benefit of collaborative learning? → Enhances critical thinking
17. 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
18. What is the main goal of faculty mentoring? → Support professional growth
19. Why is learner analysis important? → Tailor curriculum to learners
20. Which statement BEST describes the relationship between Certified Faculty Developer certification and industry evolution? → Requirements evolve periodically to reflect advances in knowledge and practice
21. What is the PRIMARY purpose of obtaining CFD certification in Certified Faculty Developer? → To demonstrate verified competency and adherence to professional standards
22. What is the PRIMARY purpose of obtaining CFD certification in Certified Faculty Developer? → To demonstrate verified competency and adherence to professional standards
23. 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
24. What is the PRIMARY ethical obligation of a certified Certified Faculty Developer professional regarding confidential information? → Protect it from unauthorized disclosure at all times
25. Which blended learning model places the majority of direct instruction online and uses classroom time primarily for application and discussion? → Flipped Classroom Model
26. 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
27. Which scenario represents a violation of the Certified Faculty Developer code of professional conduct? → Misrepresenting qualifications or certification status
28. What is differentiated instruction? → Tailor to learner needs
29. A CFD certified professional is asked to provide services outside their scope of competence. The CORRECT ethical response is to: → Decline and refer to a qualified professional
30. What is the BEST strategy for resource allocation in Certified Faculty Developer management? → Match resources to priorities based on needs, risks, and strategic goals