Welcome to our new Course Development web page, designed to support faculty in creating engaging, high-quality courses at our university. We’re excited to introduce our updated course development processes and resources, which have been carefully crafted to streamline course creation while maintaining academic excellence and student engagement.

On this website, you’ll find comprehensive information about our two primary course development models: the Guided Development Model and the Self-Directed Development Model. These models offer flexibility to suit different faculty needs and preferences, ranging from hands-on collaborative support to more independent development with on-demand assistance. You’ll also discover a wealth of resources including our Course Overview Form, Module Design Template, and step-by-step guides for each phase of the development process.

We’ve designed these tools and processes to empower you in creating courses that not only meet our university’s high standards but also provide an optimal learning experience for our students. Whether you’re developing a new course or revising an existing one, you’ll find valuable guidance on aligning course objectives, designing effective assessments, and incorporating interactive elements to boost student engagement. We encourage you to explore the site, utilize our templates, and reach out to our CTLE team for support as you embark on your course development journey.

ADA Resources

ADA essential guidelines

AI To Enhance Course Design

ADA essential guidelines

Assessment

A variety of resources to support your assessment of student learning.

Copyright Resources

Navigate the complexities of copyright

Course Development Calendar

Important Deadlines for Each Term.

Course Development Processes

Major Revision & New Course Development

Course Planning and Design

Meet specific learning objectives.

Course Materials

Your one stop shop for Course Materials.

D2L Creator +

D2L's built in course creation tool

D2L Resources

Resources to prepare your courses

Forms and Templates

Course Overview Forms and Module Template

Image and Video Resources

Creating image and video resources

Key Assignments

Assess student learning outcomes

Library Support for Course Development

Find support for Copyright, Course Readings, OERs, LibGuides, research assignments, and more.

Outcomes, Objectives and Topics

Navigate the complexities of copyright

Student Engagement Hours

Information regarding SACSCOC requirements

Textbook Update Process

A structured process for reviewing, updating, and approving textbooks with faculty and administrative collaboration.

Simulations

Take your professional development to the next level. 

Universal Design for Learning - (UDL)

Design instruction, materials, and course content so all students can access learning without modifications or accommodations

Best Practices in Online Learning

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Request Support

Teaching Support

Our team is here to assist you with pedagogical ideas, creating videos for your classes, using Zoom Whiteboard, and more. Whether you need help refining your teaching strategies or integrating new tools into your curriculum, click the button above to submit a ticket for personalized assistance.

Course Support

For all your technical needs related to course creation, maintenance, and technical support, including sandbox creation and troubleshooting within D2L, our team is ready to help. Click the button above to submit a ticket for support with course-related issues.

Course Development

This request option is exclusively for Deans, Chairs, and Directors, who can make requests for new course development, substantial course revisions, or textbook updates. Help us help you keep your courses and programs updated and competitive.