Development

Our Process

In the Development phase, within the Framework for Quality Online Courses, you will be guided through a process for developing quality online courses at RDC. This process is illustrated by the following graphic:

While working alongside our available team, you will be introduced to materials and resources that will assist you along the way. Online courses are developed in Blackboard, the Learning Management System (LMS) at RDC.

At any point during this phase, connect with the CTL for support (ctl@rdc.ab.ca | 403.356.4989 | 8:30am-4:30pm M-F in 913C)
 

Process Details

Kick Off
Task Action Items Resources Supporting Team Members
Pre-Reading
  • Review current and approved Curriculum Elements Sheet(CES)
  • Curriculum Elements Sheet (Master)
 All team members
Team Kick Off Session As a team, review:

  • Roles and responsibilities
  • Online course development process
  • Timeline for development
 All team members

Course Planning
Task Action Items Resources Supporting Team Members
School Librarian Session
  • Citations and copyright
  • Attribution
  • Google image searches
  • Authority
 School Librarian
Online Course Planning Map
  • Why the planning map
  • How to populate the map
  • Establish deadlines to complete map
 Learning Designer
Guidelines for Quality Online Courses Session
  • Review the Guidelines for Quality Online Courses
 Learning Designer

Course Development in Blackboard
Task Action Items Resources Supporting Team Members
Basic Blackboard Training (If Required) One-on-one session to review:

  • Best practices for developing in Blackboard
  • Adding tools to your course (discussion boards, journals, etc.)
  • Setting up your grade book
 Educational Multimedia Specialist
Building in Blackboard Using the Blackboard Template
  • Use the planning map to populate the Blackboard template
  • Establish deadlines for completion of Blackboard populating
 Educational Multimedia Specialist

Quality Review
Task Action Items Resources Supporting Team Members
Quality Review
  • Course reviewed by the team
 All Team Members
Online Course Development Team Development Wrap Up Session
  • Benchmarks for success
  • Opportunities for improvement for next development period
  • Upcoming opportunities
  • n/a
 All Team Members
Individual ongoing support is provided
  • Support offered will vary based on point of need
  • n/a
 All Team Members

 

References

Creasman, P. A. (n.d.). Considerations in Online Course Design. Retrieved from https://ideacontent.blob.core.windows.net/content/sites/2/2020/01/PaperIDEA_52.pdf

eCampusAlberta. (2016, May). Essential Quality Standards 2.0. Athabasca University. http://library.athabascau.ca/ecaquality.html

Keengwe, J., & Kidd, T. T. (2010, June). Towards Best Practices in Online Learning and Teaching in Higher Education. MERLOT Journal of Online Learning and Teaching, 6(2), 533-541. Retrieved from http://jolt.merlot.org/vol6no2/keengwe_0610.pdf

March, L., & Lee, J. (2016). Teaching Teachers to Teach Online: How to Implement an Evidence-Based Approach to Training Faculty. Retrieved from https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/9d23/c68bfca2e4f7ae1ac111909bb23e131ff5b1.pdf

Martel, C. (2015). Online and distance education capacity of Canadian universities. Montreal QC: EduConsillium.

Novak, K. & Rodriguez, K. (2018, Feb 1). A New Rubric to Measure Your Progress in UDL from Katie Novak and Kristan Rodriguez. Retreived from https://castpublishing.org/novak-rodriguez-udl-progression-rubric/
 
 

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Events & Workshops Calendar

August 11, 2020

  • Preparing for Online Teaching and Learning

    August 11, 2020  10:00 am - 11:00 am
    Online (see session link below)

    Thinking about this fall, you may be wondering, how do I envision my course transitioning online? What experiences do I want to create for my students? In this session, we will introduce you to the simplified online teaching plan that will guide you towards achieving online course quality. It is a step by step process that will support you through online course development and delivery. 

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August 13, 2020

  • Getting Started with Online Course Planning and the Blackboard Template

    August 13, 2020  10:00 am - 11:00 am
    Online (see session link below)

    Are you working on developing your course for online delivery this fall? Start with a plan! In this session we will introduce you to tools, such as the Online Course Planning Map and the Blackboard Course Template, that will take you through the course development process from start to finish. Learn about the many resources available to guide you through the careful planning and intentional decision making needed when developing online courses. 

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August 17, 2020

  • Introduction to Blackboard

    August 17, 2020  10:00 am - 11:00 am
    Online (see session link below)

    This hands-on session will focus on how to create various types of content in your online Blackboard course. You will learn important tasks such as how to upload a course syllabus, add various types of information/files, link to/embed videos, collect online assignments, and make your course available to students.  

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  • Introduction to Teaching with Collaborate Ultra

    August 17, 2020  2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
    Online (see session link below)

    This workshop will introduce you to the options available when moderating a Collaborate Ultra session. These options include sharing content, facilitating a chat, facilitating group work using Breakout groups, using question polls, and recording your session.  

    Click here to join the session  

August 19, 2020

  • Introducing the Online Success Toolkit for Student Success

    August 19, 2020  10:00 am - 11:00 am
    Online (see session link below)

    This session will walk you through the Online Success Toolkit course available to all students in Blackboard this Fall. It features modules on strategies for online learning success, navigating the online classroom, the online community (digital citizenship), and your support system. Click here to view the Toolkit 

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August 24, 2020

  • Preparing for Online Course Delivery

    August 24, 2020  10:00 am - 11:00 am
    Online (see session link below)

    The development of your course may be nearing completion so now it’s time to think about how you’re going to deliver your course! In this session, we will share some simple, yet effective, priority and recommended tasks to complete before, during, and at the end of your course.  

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  • Setting Up and Using the Gradebook in Blackboard

    August 24, 2020  1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
    Online (see session link below)

    This session shares some tips for setting up your grade center effectively right from the start! It will discuss topics such as how Blackboard tools integrate within the grade center; how to manually create columns and a weighted total column; how to set up your grading schema; and tips for column organization.  

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August 25, 2020

  • Asynchronous Teaching

    August 25, 2020  10:00 am - 11:00 am
    Online (see session link below)

    This session provides an introduction to the communication and interaction tools available in Blackboard. This hands-on workshop will focus on how to use various types of communication and interaction tools such as announcements, course messages, email, discussions, and attendance.  

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  • Using Google Docs as a Collaborative Learning Tool

    August 25, 2020  1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
    Online (see session link below)

    If you or your students need to work collaboratively on a document, you may consider using Google Docs (along with the other G Suite apps). Its power, convenience, and simplicity make it a very attractive tool for students, faculty, and staff. This session will demonstrate how to configure its settings in order to make your collaborations flexible and secure.  

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August 26, 2020

  • Instructor Presence

    August 26, 2020  10:00 am - 11:00 am
    Online (see session link below)

    Enhancing your instructor presence can help to create a positive and interactive learning environment that is welcoming and engaging for your students. This session will explore how to establish a sense of instructor presence using familiar and easy-to-use tools. Bring some ideas to share with others!

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  • Creating Videos using Camtasia

    August 26, 2020  1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
    Online (see session link below)

    The video editing software, Camtasia, is now available to install on your computer! This session will showcase some of the features of Camtasia. Then, how to design effective and focused videos for your students using principles of cognitive load theory will be discussed. Finally, a few options for hosting your videos will be shared so you can easily embed them into your course. 

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August 27, 2020

  • Engaging Students

    August 27, 2020  10:00 am - 11:00 am
    Online (see session link below)

    Curious about collaborative learning activities and assignments in an online format? Searching for ideas to help engage online learners and support course participation? This session will explore strategies to transform the online education experience from being merely words and images on a screen to being engaging, collaborative, and community-oriented learning environments!  

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  • Using Collaborate Ultra Breakout Groups

    August 27, 2020  1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
    Online (see session link below)

    Encourage peer-to-peer collaboration in an online learning environment using Collaborate Ultra Breakout Groups! This session will have you participating in breakout groups to get a sense of the features they have to offer. 

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August 28, 2020

  • Introduction to Teaching with Collaborate Ultra

    August 28, 2020  10:00 am - 11:00 am
    Online (see session link below)

    This workshop will introduce you to the options available when moderating a Collaborate Ultra session. These options include sharing content, facilitating a chat, facilitating group work using breakout groups, using question polls, and recording your session.  

    Click here to join the session  

  • Introduction to Blackboard

    August 28, 2020  1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
    Online (see session link below)

    This hands-on session will focus on how to create various types of content in your online Blackboard course. You will learn important tasks such as how to upload a course syllabus, add various types of information/files, link to/embed videos, collect online assignments, and make your course available to students.

    Click here to join the session      

August 31, 2020

  • Assessment and Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

    August 31, 2020  10:00 am - 11:00 am
    Online (see session link below)

    This session will explore assessment formats that can be used in online learning environments, including the new inline grading tool, Blackboard Annotate. Also, we will discuss Universal Design for Learning (UDL) techniques and tools such as Blackboard Ally that can be used to create a flexible and responsive course experience for your students. Bring your ideas to explore, share, and discuss!  

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September 1, 2020

  • Drop-In Support

    September 1, 2020  9:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Online (see room link below)

    Do you have a question or need assistance with something? Drop in to our virtual Collaborate Ultra room for support and guidance from a Learning Designer or Multimedia Specialist. 

    Click here to join the room  

September 2, 2020

  • New Student Orientation

    September 2, 2020

  • Drop-In Support

    September 2, 2020  9:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Online (see room link below)

    Do you have a question or need assistance with something? Drop in to our virtual Collaborate Ultra room for support and guidance from a Learning Designer or Multimedia Specialist. 

    Click here to join the room  

September 3, 2020

  • Tech Support for Synchronous Collaborate Ultra Sessions

    September 3, 2020

    Do you know that a CTL member can join your first synchronous session in Collaborate Ultra to provide tech support? That way, you can focus on teaching while we troubleshoot any technology issues that may arise. If you’re interested, send us an email (ctl@rdc.ab.ca) with the details of your class and we will schedule you in.

  • First Day of Classes

    September 3, 2020

September 4, 2020

  • Tech Support for Synchronous Collaborate Ultra Sessions

    September 4, 2020

    Do you know that a CTL member can join your first synchronous session in Collaborate Ultra to provide tech support? That way, you can focus on teaching while we troubleshoot any technology issues that may arise. If you’re interested, send us an email (ctl@rdc.ab.ca) with the details of your class and we will schedule you in.

September 7, 2020

  • Labour Day College Closed

    September 7, 2020

September 8, 2020

  • Tech Support for Synchronous Collaborate Ultra Sessions

    September 8, 2020

    Do you know that a CTL member can join your first synchronous session in Collaborate Ultra to provide tech support? That way, you can focus on teaching while we troubleshoot any technology issues that may arise. If you’re interested, send us an email (ctl@rdc.ab.ca) with the details of your class and we will schedule you in.

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