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Competencies for Online and Hybrid/Blended Instruction
Overview What skills does an instructor need to succeed with an online or hybrid course? The UConn Competencies for Online and Hybrid/Blended Instruction survey includes 27 competencies to inform and facilitate self-assessment. The second edition takes into account developments in higher education since the COVID pandemic.
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Evaluating Teaching and Course Design Using Surveys
Overview This post provides recommendations for collecting formative and summative student survey feedback to inform and improve your teaching and course design.
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Managing Your Online Course
Overview The Course Facilitation Plan (CFP) outlines the key steps to take before, during, and after your course implementation, presented in the recurring course life-cycle, as well as recognizing the four roles of an online instructor. Download a copy of the file to create your own customized version.
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Performing a Quality Matters Self-Review
Overview As a subscribing Quality Matters (QM) institution, UConn encourages faculty to perform (at minimum) an “unofficial” QM Self-Review of their online and blended courses. This article details the steps for completing a QM “unofficial” Self-Review and where to seek further information and assistance.
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Re-offering Your Online Course
Overview This article reviews the steps needed to re-offer a previously taught online course, including obtaining, restoring, and resetting the HuskyCT/Blackboard course site.
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Self-Guided Course Design and Development
Overview This post guides UConn faculty in designing, building, and teaching online and hybrid courses. Please see UConn Registrar’s Course Modalities for a complete explanation of each instructional approach. The phases outlined are intended for faculty with a strong background in teaching and pedagogy who are already comfortable using HuskyCT. To learn more about the skills and knowledge needed, see UConn Competencies for Online and Hybrid Instruction. We encourage faculty who prefer a more guided support model to review the phases outlined in this site and then contact eCampus to work with one of our staff members.
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Using Data to Inform Online Teaching
Overview HuskyCT (Blackboard) offers a range of analytics tools to monitor and enhance student progress. These tools provide insight in relation to student engagement, assignment completion, and overall course performance, enabling faculty to make data-driven decisions. Comprehending and leveraging these features allows instructors to identify trends, address potential issues, and create a supportive learning environment tailored to individual and class-wide needs. Helpful Hints: