Learning Design Resources

Course Design

Implementing Alternative Content Formats

Practical examples of alternative content formats to effectively integrate UDL principles into your course materials.

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Writing Learning Objectives

A video on how to write learning objectives and create a detailed design outline of your course.

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What is Instructional Design

An introduction to instructional design: the research-based practice of intentional course design to maximize effective student learning.

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Course Materials

Accessible Tables

Essential guidelines for table structure, header rows, and formatting to ensure your data displays correctly for all assistive technologies.

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Alternative Text for Visuals

Learn how to write effective alternative text for images, charts, and diagrams to make your visual course content accessible to all students.

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Developing Online Content

Strategic approaches for developing high-quality online content that fosters active learning and maintains consistent engagement across digital platforms.

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Teaching Strategies

Implementing Teaching Best Practices

Explore evidence-based pedagogical strategies designed to enhance student engagement and ensure your teaching methods are effective for diverse learners.

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Providing Feedback and Grading

Strategies for providing meaningful, actionable feedback that helps students understand their progress and improve their performance throughout the course.

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Online Course Management

Watch this overview for practical ideas on streamlining your course management, allowing you to spend less time on administration and more time on teaching.

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Interactions in Online Courses

Discover evidence-based strategies to foster meaningful connections between students, instructors, and course content to build a vibrant, active online learning community.

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Overview of Online Teaching

An introduction to the essentials of online teaching, covering key pedagogical strategies for building a cohesive, accessible, and engaging digital classroom.

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Assessments

Kinds of Assessments

Explore a variety of assessment strategies—from formative to summative—designed to accurately measure student learning and inform your instructional approach.

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Recommendations for Assessments

Explore evidence-based recommendations for designing effective assessments that accurately measure learning outcomes and support student success.

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Assessing Student Learning Online

Discover best practices for designing secure, equitable, and effective assessments specifically tailored for the online learning environment.

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Online Student Activities and Assessments

Discover creative and practical ideas for online student activities and assessments that foster active learning and meaningful engagement in digital environments.

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