Embark on a transformative educational journey with our Full Course Redesign service, a comprehensive solution tailored to meet the dynamic demands of contemporary learning environments. This service is ideal for existing courses in need of a complete overhaul within the same modality or those poised for adaptation to a new modality. Picture the seamless transition from a traditional in-person course to a cutting-edge online asynchronous format, where our seasoned team of experts meticulously reimagines every facet of the learning experience.
During the re-design, we dig deep into the intricacies of your curriculum, pedagogical approaches, and technological considerations. Whether you want redesign an existing online or blended course or move an in-person course into a new modality, y, our multifaceted approach ensures a holistic transformation. We don't merely transfer content; we optimize it for the chosen modality, harnessing the power of technology to enhance engagement, collaboration, and knowledge retention.
Our commitment extends beyond the superficial to the core of effective learning design. We analyze the current state of your course, identify areas for improvement, and craft a comprehensive redesign strategy that aligns with your educational objectives. The result is a revitalized course that not only looks great but provides your learners with a seamless experience.
To request help re-designing your course fill out the service request form or contact the Learning Design team.
What does a Course Design Review entail? A Course Design Review offers an optional assessment. In this process, a Learning Designer conducts a comprehensive review of a chosen course, aligning with the Online Course Development Standards. Faculty members opting for a course design review actively seek valuable insights and recommendations to enhance the overall flow and design of their digital course materials.
Once the course review has been done the Learner Designer will provide the faculty member with recommendations.
Areas of Review:
- Course Overview & Information
- Navigation & Layout
- Community & Interaction
- Assessment of Learning
- Accessibility
To request a Course Design Review for your course, fill out the service request form or contact the Learning Design team.
Our team can collaborate with you in developing custom learning activities tailored to your course's specific requirements. By leveraging our team of learning and multimedia designers, you can ensure that your online or blended class is equipped with effective and engaging learning materials from small, self-contained interactive activities to intensive branching scenarios, we aim to facilitate a meaningful and impactful educational experience for both you and your students. This service underscores our commitment to assisting educators in creating a customized and effective learning environment within our online and blended courses.
To request a custom learning activity, submit the service request form and a learning designer will contact you about your needs.
The Online Course Development Standards provide guidelines to assist with creating high-quality online courses. You can use the site when designing and developing new online courses, reviewing a previously developed online course, or providing ideas for revising an existing online course.
The site has been divided into six sections: Course Overview & Information, Navigation & Layout, Community & Interaction, Assessment of Learning, Accessibility, and Diversity Equity & Inclusion. Each section provides information about the standard is important and how it tips for how it can be applied to your online class.
The standards were developed utilizing OSCQR SUNY Online Course Quality Review Rubric, Quality Matters Higher Education Rubric Standards, Creative Commons CAS Online and Academic Technology (2018), Peralta Online Equity Rubric (2020), Canvas Course Evaluation Checklist (2018), Blackboard Exemplary Course Program Rubric (2017), QOCI Rubric and Checklist University of Illinois Online Network (2019), and UNK Online Online Course Development Checklist which are based on research in online instruction and instructional design. The Online Course Development Standards were developed to provide a guide to online course design.
View the Online Course Development Standards
Our specialized service provides a comprehensive revision of all online courses in your academic program, ensuring they are not only current and relevant but also engaging and effective. Here’s what we offer:
1) In-Depth Analysis and Assessment
Thorough Course Evaluation: We conduct a detailed assessment of your existing courses, identifying areas for improvement and aligning them with the latest educational trends.
Feedback Integration: We gather and incorporate feedback from key stakeholders, including students, faculty, and industry experts, to ensure the courses meet diverse needs and expectations.
2) Strategic Planning and Innovative Design
Goal-Oriented Strategy: Our approach is driven by clear, achievable objectives tailored to your program’s unique vision and requirements.
Curriculum Enhancement: We redesign your curriculum to be more dynamic and relevant, ensuring it meets the highest academic and industry standards.
3) Cutting-Edge Content Development
Engaging Material Creation: Our team develops rich, interactive content, infusing your courses with the latest multimedia and technological advancements.
Accessibility Focus: We prioritize making your courses accessible to all students, creating an inclusive learning environment.
4) Rigorous Quality Assurance and Continued Support for Faculty
Continuous Quality Checks: Our commitment to excellence includes regular reviews and updates to maintain the highest quality standards.
Comprehensive Faculty Support: We provide extensive training and resources to your faculty, equipping them to effectively deliver the revised courses.
6) Ongoing Evaluation for Excellence
Feedback-Driven Iteration: We continuously collect and analyze feedback for ongoing improvement. Programs chosen for this program will have their courses scheduled for regular revisions and updates.
For more information about program level revisions contact the Learning Design team at learningdesign@unk.edu.
