By Arlene Joanna Mendoza-MoranDesigning a well-structured and engaging course takes time, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Whether you’re developing a new course or refreshing an existing... |Course Design
By Daniel Christopher DavisLarge courses offer a unique experience, both for teachers and students. This article offers tips and suggestions to aid you in the redesign of your... |Academic Technology, Course Design
By Arlene Joanna Mendoza-MoranThis guide provides a step-by-step approach to creating a basic Moodle course at NC State. It walks you through planning, structuring, and building your course—from... |Accessibility, Course Design
By Jill AndersonYou’ve doubtless heard the expression “Great minds think alike.” In reality, great minds work in countless different ways, with no “right” or “wrong” way to... |Course Design
By Jennifer TagsoldAt NC State, there are a number of course modalities offered, including in-person (aka face to face), hybrid (a mix of online and in-person instruction),... |Course Design
By Jennifer TagsoldHyFlex courses are those that provide a multimodal approach to learning, combining online and in-person students within the same course (Beatty, 2019). The term stems... |Academic Technology, Creating Content
By Yiling ChappelowAn effective instructional video effectively communicates information and knowledge to its audience in a clear and engaging manner. There are several key elements that can... |Academic Technology, Course Design
By Ms Kerri Brown ParkerCustom learning experiences for students include personalized and adaptive course activities in which students have different learning experiences based on their choices or completion of... |Communication
By Jill AndersonSometimes “online learning can be a lonely experience” (Kaufmann & Vallade, 2020). Intentionally building community in an online course can help, and also “has positive... |Course Design
By Caitlin Jean McKeownDo you need to create an online course? Are you looking to improve the design of your Moodle course? Check out these guides, resources, and... |Academic Technology, Creating Content
By Jennifer TagsoldVirtual Reality (VR) allows students to experience a world that does not have a physical form (Sapp, 2015b). This technology provides numerous learning benefits, including... |Assessment
By Ms Kerri Brown ParkerA rubric is an evaluation tool that outlines the criteria for an assignment or learning outcome. It defines levels of achievement in clear, measurable terms.... |Assessment
By Jennifer TagsoldHow do I give an exam online? Will students be more likely to cheat? What makes for an effective assessment in the online learning environment?... |Course Design
By Jennifer TagsoldThere are numerous ways to teach an engaging, effective online course. By following basic best practices, instructors can optimize the online learning experience. There are... |Assessment, Communication
By Jennifer TagsoldInstructor and peer feedback have a profound effect on the quality of student learning. When teaching online, it is important to foster both learner-instructor interaction... |Communication
By Jakia Khan SalamNetiquette is the term used to describe the special set of rules for online communication. Because students in the online learning environment are unable to... |Course Design
By Arlene Joanna Mendoza-MoranWell-written learning objectives are foundational for effective course design as they state what the learner will achieve by the end of the class. Learning objectives... |Assessment
By Jennifer TagsoldMultiple-choice quizzes and exams are widely used in higher education to assess student learning. In this article, we will explore the multiple-choice format and share... |Communication
By Jakia Khan SalamDiscussion Forums can play an important role in online learning. When thoughtfully designed and facilitated, they offer powerful learning benefits: fostering critical thinking, encouraging reflective...