One of the most common tools helping students with visual impairments navigate the digital world is the screen reader. These software programs convert text into
A syllabus is a great way to provide students with the course purpose, an overview of assignments, and the rules of engagement that you will
Accessibility in the context of online learning means that all populations of students, regardless of disability, are able to perceive, understand, navigate, and interact with
Build a foundation for assessment ideation with AI using the 3Ps of Quality Prompting. Then, take your AI assessment brainstorm to the next level with
Assessment plays a vital role in online learning. It helps students track their progress, pinpoint strengths and areas for improvement, and ultimately ensures they meet
Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) can provide faculty with an additional partner to ideate and brainstorm new and innovative authentic assessments in their online courses. These
Each page in your online course and every piece of content you create for your students is a chance for you to set the tone and climate, support discourse, and communicate your expectations. These pages and pieces of content represent “you” to your students, and they will look to these pages to help keep them engaged and encouraged.
Online courses must evolve as we learn more about how to combat inequalities in our classrooms. A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our courses is a commitment to student success.
In response to economic disparities, faculty can create more inclusive and equitable learning opportunities using open educational resources.
Traditionally, music composition has involved putting pen to paper, with students drawing dots and lines to create musical notes. In a physical classroom, this method
There are two key introductions for every online course: your personal intro and an introduction to the course. Below are some things to think about
What are some AI tools that you can incorporate into your online classroom to enhance student engagement, personalize learning, offer individualized feedback, and encourage additional
Have you ever wondered why some students seem to learn effortlessly while others struggle despite putting in long hours? The secret might lie in metacognition
Life is full of surprises, and even the most committed student may be interrupted by unforeseen obstacles. Challenges like unexpected job changes and family emergencies
Surveys are powerful tools for gathering meaningful feedback to improve online course design and implementation. While student feedback surveys often take center stage, course facilitator
Online, accelerated programs tend to attract students who are balancing many competing priorities including working full time and supporting and caring for their families. This
In today’s world, video is everywhere. In fact, according to Donchev (2018), over 300 hours of video are uploaded to YouTube every single minute! If
English language learners (ELLs) bring a rich tapestry of cultural knowledge, diverse perspectives, and multilingual skills to the classroom, enriching the learning experience for everyone.
Learning objectives are the foundation of any well-designed course. They define what we want our students to know and be able to do by the
Objectives play a fundamental role in designing effective instruction. Objectives enable instructors to identify what students should know at the conclusion of an instructional activity,
Module Objectives allow students to build their understanding and mastery, in a scaffolded manner, toward the broader-level Course Objectives. Course Objectives sit at the higher
Have you noticed terms like open education, textbook-free, or zero-textbook popping up more often in higher education discussions? These concepts are part of a growing
There are tons of Open Educational Resources and Open Educational Repositories available for you to feature in your courses. If you are just beginning your
What Is an Open Educational Resource (OER)? Open Educational Resources (OER) are educational materials that are free to use, re-use, and share for faculty and
Quality Matters (QM), a global organization leading quality assurance in online and innovative digital teaching and learning environments, has recently released their newest edition of the QM Higher Education Rubric.
Before developing your rubric, consider the assessment you are creating the rubric for. Ask yourself: Is my assessment developed completely? What are the course and
Risepoint is pleased to announce that all subscribing partners of AP and Quality Matters (QM) will benefit from enhancements made to QM’s Course Review Management
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