The document discusses the three C's of online course design: clarity, consistency, and community. It emphasizes that online courses should have clear objectives, explanations of assignments, and timely responses to student questions. Consistency is important, with master designs ensuring similar structure, navigation, and elements across courses. Building community is also key, through introductions, group assignments, and encouraging peer support. The goal is to design each course with consistent tools and elements to provide a clear and supportive online learning experience for students.

1. The Three C’s ofOnline CourseDesign Leonard (Len) Thurman Kathleen (Kate) Flannery Silc

2. Foundations Administration and Faculty select courses for development Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Instructional Designer (ID) Assigned to Course College curriculum provides foundation

3. Foundations Curriculum provides foundation for course content Andragogy drives methods Motivated learners Active learners Goal oriented learners Learners as consumers Technologicallyexperienced learners

4. The Three C’s Clarity Consistency Community

5. Clarity All aspects of completingthe course are madecrystal clear Objectives are foremostin the syllabus and each module Assignments and assessments are explained in detail and in understandable language Due dates are displayed prominently – and often Questions are answered promptly

6. Consistency Master designs ensure all courses are designed and structured the same way Navigation is consistentacross courses Best practices and guidelines promote instructor consistency in delivery Use of instructional designers ensures quality and control

7. Community Students must knowthey are not alone Introductions, Student Lounge & Homepages strongly encouraged Group, team, and partnering assignments built into all courses Peer review, help encouraged

8. Master Design Each Course: Contains the same tools and elements Elements are located in the same places Navigational elements are consistent Elements work inessentially the samemanner

9. Elements Read Me First! Syllabus(Course Objectives) Email

10. Elements Unit Modules Module Objectives Reading Assignments Discussions Rubrics My Grades

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