Design Considerations for Master Courses
The adoption of a master course philosophy involves an institution developing content for a single version of a course, which is then duplicated each time that course is offered. These…
Course Design
Considerations When Using Publisher Materials in Online Courses
Most textbook publishers develop instructional materials for students to use in conjunction with their textbooks, including slide deck presentations, test banks, and interactive content. These materials can be a lifesaver…
Using Supplemental Resources in the Online Classroom
When you design or teach an online course, it’s critical that your objectives, assessments, and instruction align with one another. Creating this type of cohesive structure isn’t just for your…
Six Characteristics of a Model Assignment
How many times have you had a student submit an assignment with few sources, poorly written and several days late? Probably happens more times than not. There are six characteristics…
Components of a Syllabus (Online and On-Campus Courses)
A syllabus sets the stage for course development and management. The construction of a well-defined syllabus makes the development and management of an online or on-campus course much easier. Both…
3 Tips for Writing Measurable Objectives
Objectives play a fundamental role in designing appropriate instruction. Objectives enable instructors to identify what students should know at the conclusion of an instructional activity, organize instructional activities and materials,…