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
Why It’s Important You may have heard the term “accessibility” in passing from your university administrators, or you might remember a colleague mentioning “Universal Design”
Rubrics are an essential tool for any instructor, but they become even more powerful in the context of online courses. Building an effective rubric requires clearly
“Every professor teaching online should consider team projects for his or her classes.”— Edward Volchoc (2006) Group projects open the door for students to tackle
As you develop or redevelop an online course, you may notice that some of your intended assessments are not a good fit. Perhaps they require
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.
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
With the proliferation of AI tools, it can often feel overwhelming as new ones seem to emerge daily. Determining where to begin when integrating these
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
Research consistently shows that in an online environment, building a sense of community is crucial for keeping students engaged and preventing feelings of isolation (Tayebinik
In an online classroom, discussion boards are one of the most important tools for creating engagement and fostering learning. When used effectively, discussion boards can
Every student brings a unique set of experiences, perspectives, and learning preferences to your online course. Some may have specific learning styles, while others might
Asking for mid-course feedback is a great way to improve motivation and ensure second-half success for you and your learners. If you don’t already have
The 2024 Voice of the Online Learner report is now available. Nearly 3,500 online students—2,460 from Risepoint-supported programs and 1,000 from other online programs—were surveyed
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
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
In response to economic disparities, faculty can create more inclusive and equitable learning opportunities using open educational resources.
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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