CourseArc

JUNE 9, 2020

As such we are dedicated to covering diverse perspectives and stories in our instructional material, including the contributions of women, African Americans, Native Americans and other groups whose experiences are central to our nation’s history. An example of a Historical Investigations Portal lesson, accessible online for all.

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CourseArc

APRIL 10, 2020

In response to school closures, and in an effort to enhance online learning opportunities for students, the Maryland Historical Society has packaged lessons thematically in weekly e-newsletters to educators and has made lessons and resources free to the general public. New lessons are expected to be released on a bi-weekly basis.

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CourseArc

APRIL 10, 2020

In response to school closures, and in an effort to enhance online learning opportunities for students, the Maryland Historical Society has packaged lessons thematically in weekly e-newsletters to educators and has made lessons and resources free to the general public. New lessons are expected to be released on a bi-weekly basis.

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Diversity Training Free Education Teams 130

CourseArc

JUNE 21, 2017

As the methods for seamlessly including rich media assets in eLearning continue to improve, instructional designers are finding creative uses of audio and video to supplement their text-based courses. Audio-enhanced lessons help make the learning experience much more robust, functional, and accessible. Optimizing Your Audio.

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CourseArc

APRIL 28, 2020

Now that you have identified your tools, built basic courses, provided support, and incorporated assessments and feedback, you are on your way to becoming skilled in online development and instruction. For example, having a video to watch allows students to pause while they are taking notes or hear the lesson in a different way.

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CourseArc

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Unlike regular classroom-based courses, digital learning poses an additional set of challenges for instructional designers and students alike. Let’s take a look at some simple strategies that instructional designers can implement when developing and reviewing course content to ensure students don’t hit roadblocks that drive them away.

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CourseArc

APRIL 14, 2020

You have successfully launched your lessons online. Start providing parents with a plan for each lesson or unit covered to give them a sense of what to expect and how they can help. A “Parent’s Plan” can include the following: Information not usually shared with students to guide the parent in the lesson. Congratulations!

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CourseArc

JULY 18, 2017

While the lessons we share will be framed in the context of Moodle, our underlying principles can be applied to any LMS. Sample Module on User Centered Design for Instructional Designers. Sample Lesson on World War I from a Modern World History Course. See Examples of CourseArc Modules in Action.

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LMS Examples Moodle Sample 165

CourseArc

AUGUST 8, 2016

So, what can instructional designers do to increase engagement and improve retention of the material? To keep the learner engaged, designers must include interactive assignments, quizzes and hands-on exercises throughout the lesson – not just at the end of the course. Takeaway: Make it Relevant!

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Learner Simulations Instructional Design eLearning 100

CourseArc

APRIL 19, 2017

Instructional designers are guided by these same types of parameters when ensuring their courses meet specific learning objectives. Unambiguous behavioral statements will help instructional designers create content that clearly aims to achieve those objectives. B = Behavior. C = Conditions. Tying Course Elements to Learning Objectives.

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Learning Objects Learning Objectives Course Simulations 145

CourseArc

APRIL 14, 2020

You have successfully launched your lessons online. Start providing parents with a plan for each lesson or unit covered to give them a sense of what to expect and how they can help. A “Parent’s Plan” can include the following: Information not usually shared with students to guide the parent in the lesson. Congratulations!

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Teach Online Case Study Lesson 130

CourseArc

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Digital content can be part of many programs in K-12 school districts, including self-paced, individualized instruction and remediation, credit recovery, curriculum for alternative school settings, expansion of district course offerings to provide equitable opportunities at all schools, and many more. AA requirements.

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CourseArc

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

Is it better to binge on new lessons, or to learn incrementally over time? For content creators, this means you can help your learners retain your lessons through the following reinforcement tactics. when they’re first introduced, and then include them in subsequent lessons or chapters as a means of reinforcement.

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CourseArc

APRIL 6, 2020

Find someone to fill the following roles: Instructional Designer, Resource Curator, Subject Matter Experts (SME), and Content Reviewer. . Consider recording shorter lessons so students can watch them when they are ready to learn. This is a good time to team up, divide and conquer, and problem solve.

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CourseArc

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Conducting a needs analysis of your audience is an important part of every instructional design process. Producing the educational outcome that your target audience wants is every instructional designer’s ultimate goal. Will they be viewing your lessons on on their laptops, or on their phones?

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Instructional Design Simulations Course Create 100

CourseArc

NOVEMBER 15, 2016

As a result, many adult or senior students who are new to distance learning perform poorly in their courses, which reduces their motivation and their likelihood of completing future lessons. This same unease worries first-time eLearners who not only have to learn a new lesson, but they also have to learn how to learn all over again.

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CourseArc

MARCH 22, 2017

Dissemination – Lessons can reach well beyond the confines of a classroom, campus, or training center. Instructional designers must continue to improve the efficiency and quality of the digital learning experience for those who currently shun it. Responsiveness – Online content can quickly be updated, revised and made more up-to-date.

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Personal Personalization Education Effectiveness 145

CourseArc

APRIL 16, 2018

Students should be able to move through lessons at their own pace and direction and have access to an array of virtual tools. Teachers are likely to see the best results when they combine their own instruction methods with a well-developed technology product to create a teacher- designed blended lea rning model.

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CourseArc

DECEMBER 21, 2016

As instructional designers, you have an interesting conundrum: how do you balance these differing learning preferences with the need to create standardized courses that will work for multiple audiences? Catering to User Preferences Will Help Lessons Resonate.

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CourseArc

APRIL 21, 2020

Below are some tools and examples: Assess Prior Knowledge : Pre-assessments are helpful for gauging the pace of learning and direction of a lesson or course. Exit Tickets : Use these to assess student understanding of course material as you move through the lessons.

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Teach Online Case Study Examples 182

CourseArc

JANUARY 10, 2017

Video is a powerful instructional tool, but some of your students will need the extra step of captions in order to fully appreciate the message in a video-based lesson. This can be a time-consuming process, but fortunately several tools have been created to make this easier for online teachers and instructional designers.

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CourseArc

APRIL 21, 2020

Below are some tools and examples: Assess Prior Knowledge : Pre-assessments are helpful for gauging the pace of learning and direction of a lesson or course. Exit Tickets : Use these to assess student understanding of course material as you move through the lessons.

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Teach Online Case Study Examples 130

CourseArc

JULY 11, 2016

Therefore, framing a course goal such as the following will embed all of the above principles: Learning Objective # 1 – After completing this lesson, learners should be able to identify proper kitchen-fire control.

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Learning Objects Taxonomy Learning Objectives Wiki 100

CourseArc

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Focus on adapting lesson plans to what your learners are already bringing to the table. Adult learners often bring a wealth—and wide range—of experience to any course. Use this to your advantage! Take adults’ expertise into account to develop course materials that are tailored to their skills, needs, and interests.

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Learner Case Study Performance Support Stock 130

CourseArc

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Starting out small by incorporating one OER per lesson, can ease the burden of fear. In order to become an expert and to feel truly confident in utilizing the benefits of OER, the first step is to start and to accept that it won’t always be perfect.

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CourseArc

JULY 14, 2016

Just like with eLearning, one can learn how to program using lessons on a smartphone or a tablet; but you certainly cannot teach someone how to become an astronaut purely through mobile learning experiences!

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Mobile Learning Mobile Solution Design 100

CourseArc

APRIL 9, 2020

Start with the plan of what you intended to teach and go through each lesson. What can be delivered online as-is and where are there gaps for lessons that would have done face-to-face that now needs to change? . When creating content, consider if the lesson will occur synchronously or asynchronously. Learn more here. .

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CourseArc

APRIL 9, 2020

Start with the plan of what you intended to teach and go through each lesson. What can be delivered online as-is and where are there gaps for lessons that would have done face-to-face that now needs to change? . When creating content, consider if the lesson will occur synchronously or asynchronously. Learn more here. .

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Teach OER Online Instructional Design 130

CourseArc

MARCH 8, 2017

Even the simple act of using the right number(s), shade(s), and hues of color when presenting your data could help you get the exact results you want from your next lesson or presentation. So, what are the best and most effective practices to consider during data visualization? Let’s take a look at just a few of them.

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CourseArc

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

As an instructional designer, it’s your responsibility to help learners remember and retain key information and take-aways from your courses. Mnemonic devices are helpful memory cues that are often made up based on the specific details of the lesson at hand. One handy set of memory tools are known as mnemonic devices.

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CourseArc

OCTOBER 26, 2016

Successful eLearning outcomes require clear communication between instructional designers and the learners themselves. Providing relevant and timely feedback to students as they’re in the process of learning is a critical component of ensuring that students actually remember the lessons. EXAMPLE: The correct answer is B.

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Phillips Kirkpatrick Instructional Design Evalution 100

CourseArc

FEBRUARY 2, 2017

There are currently two popular views regarding testing and quizzing digital learners: Readiness Assessment Tests (RATs) – This strategy enables instructional designers to administer quizzes at the end of a particular milestone to determine a learner’s comprehension of the material. So, the question is: do frequent quizzes really help?

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eLearning Strategy Strategy Instructional Design Lesson 100

CourseArc

JUNE 24, 2021

CourseArc allows teams of educators to co-create lessons resulting in stronger lessons based on the collective intellect of all involved. CourseArc modules can be provided to new faculty members allowing them to begin instruction on solid ground.

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Diversity Training Case Study Classroom Digital 130

CourseArc

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Instructional design requires a lot of time, energy and resources to ensure truly remarkable results. These tools can be creatively reused to save time when designing eLearning lessons or creating editable course templates. An RLO is an instructional design element that can be used for multiple purposes. What Can Become an RLO?

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Learning Objects Learning Objectives Instructional Design Blended Learning 100

CourseArc

MAY 24, 2017

Now let’s explore the process of assessing your learners’ progress to make sure your course clearly and effectively delivers its intended lessons. Instructional Method (Lectures, Discussions, Group Sessions, Field Work, etc.). Defining Teaching and Learning Activities. Evaluating Assessment Strategies. Prerequisites.

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Assessment Compliance Training Learning Objects Course 124

CourseArc

APRIL 5, 2017

Or, if you’re a teacher with a great ILT track record or an expertise in a popular subject, your institution may ask you to adapt your lessons for digital students. There’s more to creating a successful online course than a literal point-by-point conversion of what works in an ILT lesson plan. Not so fast!

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CourseArc

JUNE 28, 2017

This means that if learners aren’t actively engaged with their lessons, everything you’ve taught them will eventually fade away. When creating a poll or survey to use in a classroom setting, consider the following tips: Poll students before they learn a new lesson as a way to test their preexisting knowledge, presumptions, or biases.

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