Creative Methods of Assessment in Online Learning
Typically when students and instructors hear the word assessment, they think of a long, arduous exam (or a long, repetitive night of grading!). However, an assessment can be any task…
Course Design
Writing Quiz Questions
Quizzes are incredibly useful tools in any online course. They provide students with immediate feedback on their learning, build metacognitive skills, enhance motivation, and create a sense of accountability. As…
Learning Objectives Basics
Learning objectives describe what we want students to know and be able to do by the end of a course. Objectives are the bedrock of instructional design because they guide…
Cognitive Load Theory: Structuring Learning Materials for Maximum Retention
One key focus of the instructional design process is structuring learning materials to best promote student success. No matter how measurable your learning objectives are or how well you scaffold…