A Guide to Online Course Design and Instruction

This guide will help you design your course in the context of a theological curriculum. Using two proven educational frameworks for course design you will be able to create a powerful course that will facilitate a meaningful learning experience for your students, and a rewarding teaching adventure for you. Using the frameworks of Understanding by Design (Wiggins and McTighe) and the learning principles of the classic educational theories of Constructivism and Instruction, you will be able to design a course that: is student-centered, applies theory to practice in learning experiences, applies effective pedagogies of Instruction, is experiential, and leads to demonstrable learning outcomes. Using this guide you will be able to design your course for a variety of forms for course delivery, from traditional classroom instruction, to a hybrid format, to a dedicated online learning course using your school's online learning system. A successful learning experience requires planning, the application of sound educational theory and practice, and assessment of student learning. This workbook is your guide to creating a model course for your students.