The analysis phase clarifies the instructional problems and objectives, and identifies the learning environment and learner’s existing knowledge and skills.
BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND.
One of the foundations of course design is the Backward Design Approach. By starting with the desired learning outcomes, you can ensure that all of the content, assessments, and discussion are relevant and in service of your teaching goals.
- The Backward Design Approach (Links to an external site.)
Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, 2015
Excerpt: “Identify the desired learning results. Determind the acceptable evidence. Plan learning experiences and instruction.”
ORGANIZE YOUR TOPICS AND HAVE A COURSE PLAN.
If content is organized well, with consistent due dates and workflows from week to week, students will be more able to focus on learning rather than the logistics. Online learners have to be more self-motivated; minimizing confusion and setting clear expectations helps.
- Extending Classroom Management Online (Links to an external site.)
Edutopia, September 2017
Excerpt: “Managing Online Learning: If you are facilitating an online learning environment, here are nine suggestions for successfully managing your group.”