Final Checklist
- Have you clearly defined your learning objectives?
- Are your assessments aligned with these objectives?
- Do your instructional strategies support student learning and engagement?
- Have you ensured that your course content addresses accessibility needs?
- Is your course schedule well-structured, clearly presented, and effectively communicated to students?
- Have you communicated all essential information in your syllabus?
This checklist will ensure you’ve covered all key aspects of course design, helping your course run smoothly and effectively.
Congratulations, and have a great semester!
References
The Derek Bok Center for Teaching and Learning. (n.d.). Designing your course. Harvard University. https://bokcenter.harvard.edu/designing-your-course
Fink, L. D. (2005). A self-directed guide to designing courses for significant learning. Dee Fink & Associates. https://www.bu.edu/sph/files/2014/03/www.deefinkandassociates.com_GuidetoCourseDesignAug05.pdf
Stanford Teaching Commons. (n.d.). Foundations of course design. Stanford University. https://teachingcommons.stanford.edu/teaching-guides/foundations-course-design
Wiggins, G. & McTighe, J. (2005). Understanding by design (2nd edition). ASCD.