EDU3005E1 — Online Learning Development
Using the Quality Matters (QMT) Standards of best practices in effective online course design, delivery, teaching, and learning, instructors will learn to design and deliver online educational content that will further engage learners and enhance their performance. Online Learning Development supports instructors in developing courses that prioritize student learning. Furthermore, this course provides an opportunity to create courses that are engaging and meaningful for students. Topics include communication, interaction (student-to-student, student-to-instructor, and student-content), course technology, learner support, and accessibility (Universal Design for Learning). This course is a great precursor to earning a QMT Certification. ***** Technology and Software Requirements: Students must have basic proficiency using a computer, including downloading software and Internet navigation skills. Basic proficiency with creating, saving, and sharing documents utilizing MS Office products including MS Word and PowerPoint is required. Proficiency using Blackboard is a plus, but not mandatory.