The document discusses elements of effective online course design. It notes that while an ideal situation would include ample support resources, many online programs are underfunded and understaffed. However, designers can still create quality courses by focusing on presence, connecting students to resources, clear communication, and thoughtful design. The document provides tips in each of these areas, such as establishing expectations, breaking content into digestible pieces, and incorporating a variety of interactive activities. The goal is to engage students and support learning through strong course structure and facilitation.

1. ELEMENTS OF EXCELLENCE
online course design
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2. IN AN IDEAL WORLD
24/7 help desk
lots of training opportunities
workshops
PD $$$$
instructional design support
instructional technology production
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3. THE SLUMLORDS OF EDU?
no $$ for PD
understaffed ID and IT resources
customers buy our stuff no matter what
people need training and education
demand for online not dependent on quality
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4. WHAT WE CAN DO
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5. THREE C’S & A DEE
create strong presence
connect students to resources
communicate
design
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6. PRESENCE
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7. KNOW YOUR AUDIENCE
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8. JOE STUDENT
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9. CONNECTIONS
career services
library
graduation
internships
advising
student ID
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10. ONLINE STUDENT
RESOURCES
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11. COMMUNICATION
expectations
due dates
deliverables
outcomes
help
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12. RINSE AND REPEAT
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13. COURSE DESIGN
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14. INTRO
brief overview of the lesson
topics, activities, learning outcomes
teaser - build excitement
anything new? groups, projects, materials
downloadable checklist with timeline, due dates, todo
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15. SWITCH IT UP
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16. BEFORE YOU BEGIN
what do learners need to know before approaching
this lesson?
homework checks, practice quiz
review
things to think about before getting started
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17. WARMING UP THE AUDIENCE
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18. THE MAIN EVENT
delivery vehicle - podcasts? videos? combo?
keep it short
break it up (big pieces into smaller pieces)
stay in style (i.e. learning style) see hear do
think about your audience
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19. POLICE ETHICS
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20. HOW PHONE FRIENDLY R U?
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21. OK....MOBILE?
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22. GETTING ACTIVE
variety
intrapersonal and interpersonal
break big projects into small
weekly deliverables
learning community
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23. ACTIVITIES/ASSESSMENTS
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24. ON THE WAY OUT
summary and recap of learning progress
teaser - what’s next?
how do learners know they’ve mastered the material?
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25. PARTING WORDS
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26. MARIAERB DOT COM
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