Design course post one

May 15, 2009

The design course has started and this course will involve the design of an overall course as well as application of online pedagogy that will create a significant learning experience for students.

I am using the course structure and resources to assist me as I create a fully online course to be run in second semester (in Australia) this year. We have learned about learning resources. We have learned about facilitation. This class teaches us to match up students learning needs with inspiring methods of material delivery and interaction with that material with other students and with the instructor. Selection of evaluation methods will be a key aspect of the course design.

My time availability for this class is completely crucial. I have very heavy work and study load. I will be looking to learn as much as I can by interacting with the class material, the instructor and the other students. Being a student in these courses has helped me to more fully appreciate learning objectives, materials and instruction strategies.

I intend to be brief but pointed in my efforts to benefit and contribute to this course.

Helen