One of the most robust backward design models developed for higher education is L. Dee Fink’s integrated course design. Fink outlines a streamlined process for designing academic courses, divided into ...

The notion of learning outcomes has become central to curricular innovation and quality assurance in higher education. Learning outcomes articulate what a student is expected to know, understand and ...

The success of online learning depends on several interlocking components: (1) course design, (2) class community, (3) class communications and interactions. A well-designed online course focuses not ...

Integrating course design and assessment planning ensures cohesive teaching practices and enhances student learning outcomes. An integrated approach considers the interconnectedness of situational ...

This guide has been created to support WMU instructors in the design and development of courses for all modalities, helping them to create learning experiences that meet instructional goals and ...

Once the ideation and design phases of the Course Development Process have been completed, course development can begin in earnest. This next phase begins with the drafting of the course syllabus and ...

Much of the conversation around AI in higher ed focuses on students using consumer-facing tools like ChatGPT. The University of Central Florida, one of the largest universities in the country and home ...