Course Design - Online

Let's begin with your online course syllabus. Write 10 course outcomes for your course. View the subsection pages for more information throughout this guide.

Then create a 15 week course map or calendar with the outcome and graded assignment for each week or unit.

Next, design units or modules for each week.

Create a course map (which can be developed into a detailed, extended course calendar).


Each weekly module includes: Use the (C.I.A Model) content - interaction - assessment

  • Overview page with learning objectives

  • Content includes comprehension check

  • Interaction

  • Practice with Feedback

  • Assessment (formative, i.e. projects or papers)