Facilitating Master Courses
An institution’s adoption of a master course philosophy involves the development of content for a single version of a course, which schools then duplicate every time they offer the course.…
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The Center for Teaching and Learning provides ongoing development and support to faculty who are designing and teaching online courses. This resource serves as a community for faculty to share research, techniques, best practices, and industry trends.
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Developing Deep Reflection in Discussion Boards
One of the most prominent features of an online classroom is the discussion board. When used effectively, discussion boards can be a key factor in fostering student engagement and motivation.…
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Using Graphics in Online Courses
When used appropriately, graphics can be a powerful tool in your online course. In addition to providing aesthetic appeal, graphics provide a visual component to your instructional materials that can…
Creating Interactive Content
When designing an online course, a course developer has a general idea of the required readings and resources that need to be reviewed prior to the assessments. But how should…
The TEACH Act in More Detail
Updated: 5/8/2019 Original publication: 5/12/2017 Since its founding, the United States has protected the rights of creators to share and profit from their work as they see fit without the…
Fair Use in More Detail
Updated: 5/8/2019 Original publication: 5/11/2017 The purpose of copyright law was never to close down the exchange of ideas; in fact, it exists to encourage creators to share their work…
Designing Online Courses for Mobile Optimization
Advances in technology have enabled mobile devices to do much more than simply make calls. Whether it’s a tablet, a smartphone, a laptop, or even a hybrid of a couple…