Course Design 2
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Course Design 2 subtopics
Learner-Centred Teaching Practices
Embrace the concept of learner-centered design, where the focus is on meeting the needs and preferences of the students to create a more personalised and effective learning experience.
Gain practical insights into implementing learner-centered approaches in course design and creating syllabi that resonate with learners with Creating a Learner-Centered Syllabus and Introduction to Person-Centered Education led by Erik Blair and Introduction To A Pedagogy Of Kindness courses. Learn how to foster a growth mindset among students and faculty, promoting continuous learning and development with Promoting Growth-Minded Students and Faculty webinar recording. Discover how to design impactful programs that engage and support students in their first year of college with Creating Engaging First-Year Experience Programs course.
Embracing learner-centered design principles through these resources empowers educators to create a more engaging, personalised, and effective learning environment for students.
Foundational content
What is Cultural Humility?: An Interview with Kelly Haynes-Mendez
Additional resources
Course Design Principles
Explore the fundamental principles and theories that underpin effective course design, providing a solid groundwork for educational excellence. Explore our courses on backward design to gain insights into the alignment of learning outcomes, assessments, and course content. Discover practical strategies for enhancing students’ learning skills in the Helping Students Learn How to Learn course, which will provide you with actionable insights that can be seamlessly integrated into your course from day one.
A strong grasp of these foundations enables educators to adapt to evolving educational landscapes, integrating innovative methodologies and catering to the diverse needs of students for a transformative and enriching learning experience.