Introduction

Research has repeatedly shown that effective instruction is the result of systematic design practices. Hence, <Replace - Course Name>this course was designed to provide a systematic approach for the planning and design of your online course. The information in this module provides you with a systematic process to help create a course design tailored for your specific course and based on sound pedagogical research principles and practices. Keep in mind as you go through this module and beyond building an online course requires a substantial time commitment upfront. The good news is that if course design is well organized from the start you will only need to fine-tune it in subsequent semesters.

Topics covered in this module...

Introduction to Course Mapping
Elements of a Course Map (Course Objectives, Assessments, and Learning Activities)
Course Sequencing

Learning Objectives

By the end of this module, you will be able to:

Recognize the importance of a course map.
Identify the components of a course map.
Identify the important elements of a quality course design (objectives, assessments, learning activities, and instructional materials).
Distinguish between course learning objectives and module learning objectives.
Develop measurable learning objectives.
Recognize the difference between diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments.
Create a course map.
Organize learning objectives into manageable units of learning.
Construct an appropriate course sequence based on the course objectives, subject matter, and modality.

Activities & Assignments

Complete the following activities for this module:

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