Posted on June 1, 2020August 3, 2020Episode 67: Field Report #3: Carrying Out a “More Online Every Semester” StrategyHosts Tom and Kelvin discuss how to carry out a strategy of offering a higher proportion of well-designed online courses each semester. This episode is the third in a mini-series of monthly “field reports” offering collegial advice in getting through the current era of “remote teaching” necessitated by COVID-19. Tagscapacitycontagioncoronacoronaviruscovid-19facultyfaculty developmentfield reportinstructional designleadershiponlinequalityremote instructionremote teachingRwandastrategySynchronousvirusPosted on March 16, 2020March 16, 2020Episode 62: DL Course Fees and the Funding of Online EducationAbout Episode 62: In this episode, hosts Tom and Kelvin are joined by guest Dr. Tamara Powell, from Kennesaw State University, to discuss the role of course fees in funding online education. The importance of showing a return on investment is emphasized. Podcast Recording Download Transcript: [PDF] Episode 62 Show Notes: Episode Synopsis via Twitter …Continue reading “Episode 62: DL Course Fees and the Funding of Online Education” TagsBlue MountainDL feefundingJamaicaonline educationpolicyqualityvaluevalue propositionPosted on June 3, 2019June 5, 2019Episode 50: Conveying Online Quality: One Way to Better Inform StakeholdersProviding evidence of quality assurance efforts for online education goes a long way toward addressing the concerns of stakeholders, novices, and naysayers. In this episode, Dr. Deb Miller joins hosts Kelvin and Tom to share the details of one state’s system-wide approach to better conveying evidence of online quality. TagsassurancebenefitcomplexitycostdesignFloridaonlinequalityQuality MattersstakeholdersThailandPosted on May 6, 2019May 6, 2019Episode 49: “You’re Making Me Crazy!” How to Improve Online EducationIn the fifth season kick-off, hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh reflect on what makes them crazy about the field of online education and what online practitioners might do to remedy the situation. This is a great episode to share and discuss with colleagues inside and outside the field. Tagsblended learningdigitalenrollmentflipped classroominstructional designjamaica me crazylearningonline learningqualityPosted on September 4, 2018September 4, 2018Episode 41: Big & Good: Will the Iron Triangle Allow for Both?Conventional wisdom has it that small is good, but is this true? Can institutions of higher education be both big and good? In this episode, hosts Tom and Kelvin revisit the “iron triangle” construct as they explore the tensions inherent in pursuing both scale and quality. TagsaccessASUDale WhittakerEcuadorinnovationiron triangleJohn HittMalacatosmetricsMichael Crownontraditionalperformance fundingpolicyqualityscalestrategic planningstrategystudentsUCFUIAunderservedUniversity Innovation AlliancePosted on February 19, 2018July 11, 2018Setting the Stage: Designing for Quality Online Learning ExperiencesProviding a course overview, offering accessible and relevant content, encouraging meaningful interaction, and challenging students to think critically are all elements that contribute to a quality online learning experience. However, designing for quality may feel like a moving target and thus an elusive goal to achieve. To address this, the Instructional Design team at UCF has created a Quality and High Quality online course review process based on our own practices as well as nationally recognized standards. Session presenters will showcase select items included in the Quality and High Quality course review process and describe beneficial outcomes from a faculty member’s perspective. A key resource will be the Quality and High Quality items which participants can use to meet their unique needs. TagsOnline CoursesqualityPosted on August 1, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 16: Operationalizing Online Course QualityAbout Episode 16: How do we see to it that the design and teaching of online courses are of the highest quality possible? In this episode join hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh as they dig deeper into the practicalities of ensuring high quality online courses. Download Transcript [PDF, RTF] Episode 16 Show Notes: Please …Continue reading “Episode 16: Operationalizing Online Course Quality” Tagsblendedblended learningColombiadeliverydesigninnovationiron triangleonlinequalityquick checkRubricsSanta CruzstandardsteachingPosted on June 6, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 14: The Problem with Quality: Consensus vs. ConnoisseurshipPerceptions of quality (high and low) are a perennial problem in online education. What is quality? Who decides? What if others disagree? Should majority rule? What about expert knowledge? Join Tom and Kelvin in wrestling with these questions and more in this on-location episode. Tagsconnoisseurshipconsensusdeliverydesignexpectationsexpertiseinnovateiron triangleNOLAOLConlinequalityRubricsstakeholdersstandardsstudentsteachingPosted on February 1, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online EdAbout Episode 10: Cost, quality, and access are touted again and again as constraints to be overcome in higher education. Join hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh for this episode’s introduction of “the iron triangle” as an opportunity for online educators to innovate. First episode in an occasional mini-series. Download Transcript [PDF, RTF] Episode 10 …Continue reading “Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online Ed” Tagsaccessclovercostinnovateinnovationiron triangleonlinequalityvietnamPosted on April 16, 2013July 27, 2018Online Course Quality: Tune Up Your Course with the Online Course Quick CheckWhether you have been teaching online for years or are just getting started, “online course quality” is an elusive goal to achieve. For instance, what are the components of a high quality course? How does course design contribute to overall course quality? What role does the teaching practice of the online instructor play in course quality? Can the characteristics of the students impact the quality of the course? Are large classes and small classes of equivalent quality? Access this brief, informative session for access to an array of tools, resources, and information to aid you in the quest for quality in online teaching. A featured resource is the debut of UCF’s Online Course Quick Check as a tool for quick self-assessment or collegial feedback. Tagscourse designlarge classqualitystrategiesNavigation Menu Teach Online BackCourse Enhancements BackCDL GraphicsVideo@CDLSkype for Business (Lync)Webcourses@UCF IntegrationsStreaming VideosObojoboMateria BackCreate Your Course BackRequest a Webcourses@UCF Course SectionSemester Start-Up GuideEnd of Semester Guide BackEffective Online Teaching Strategies BackDesign Your Online CourseCopyrightMedia Message Design TutorialDeliver Your Online CourseInstructional Best Practices Using Technology BackOnline Accessibility BackWhat Is Online Accessibility?Webcourses@UCF Page Formatting GuidelinesWord Document Formatting GuidelinesCreating Accessible MultimediaProactive Captioning for Online CoursesPowerPoint Formatting GuidelinesPDF Formatting GuidelinesText Formatting and Document OrganizationUniversal Design Online Content Inspection Tool (UDOIT) BackProfessional Development Back‘Keep Teaching’ Workshops and TrainingFaculty Seminars in Online TeachingEssentials of Webcourses@UCFWebcourses@UCF TrainingThe Chuck D. Dziuban AwardTeaching with Lecture CaptureHQR4444Zoom EssentialsADL5000PAL6000IDL6543IDL7000DLI7836: Digital Learning STEM Institute BackResources for Teaching Online BackInstructional Designer Lookup ToolLet’s Talk About… A Web Video SeriesTips for Faculty, from FacultyLinkedIn LearningUCF Financial Aid RequirementTeaching Online Pedagogical Repository (TOPR)UCF Creed-Based Academic Integrity CommitmentThe Teaching Online Podcast (TOPcast)A Short Guide to DIY VideosObjective Builder ToolUniversal Design Online Content Inspection Tool (UDOIT)Additional UCF faculty resources BackPersonalized Adaptive Learning BackExplore Personalized Adaptive LearningPAL Faculty SpotlightPAL Learning Guides & SupportPAL Publications and Media ExposurePAL Design & Development Services Back BackGet Support BackWebcourses@UCF Support BackSystem Support BackWebcourses@UCF System StatusWebcourses@UCF Announcements and UpdatesWebcourses@UCF GuidesWebcourses@UCF Personalized Learning GuidesMateria GuidesObojobo GuidesPanopto GuidesRespondus GuidesZoom Guides BackSpecial Programs at UCF BackSpecial Programs Enrollment ToolSpecial Programs Enrollment MethodsRequest a Special Programs Course BackAdditional Resources BackWeb Browser RequirementsStudent Perception of Instruction (SPI)Types of Courses at UCF Back BackStudent Support for Learning Online BackDiscover Online BackKnights OnlineTypes of Courses at UCFSearch For Online CoursesResources and ServicesTechnology RequirementsExplore Online ProgramsUCF Online Student Support BackAdditional Resources BackLinkedIn LearningHonor Your KnighthoodAcademic CalendarInformation LiteracyWebcourses@UCF Student TourHow to Login to Webcourses@UCF Back BackFaculty Support for Teaching Online BackAdditional Resources For Teaching Online BackExplore Teach OnlineUCF Financial Aid RequirementSemester Start-Up GuideProfessional DevelopmentWebcourses@UCF Faculty TourStart-of-Semester Student Message DraftHow to Login to Webcourses@UCFWebcourses@UCF Training Back Back BackOur Services BackInstructional Support Services BackProfessional DevelopmentInstructional DesignPersonalized Learning BackTechnical Support Services BackWebcourses@UCF Support BackMultimedia Services BackCDL Video ServicesGraphic ServicesProactive Captioning for Online Courses Back BackOur InitiativesAbout Us BackOur Teams BackAdministrationCDL GraphicsLeadershipInstructional DesignInstructional DevelopmentLearning Systems & TechnologyLMS AdminVideo@CDLWebcourses@UCF Support BackDiscover CDL BackOur Core ValuesOur PublicationsOur AwardsOur AffiliationsOur Migration to CanvasSREB Principles of Good PracticeUCF Distributed Learning GuidelinesVisit CDL BackEmployment Opportunities BackSearch Full-Time PositionsSearch Student PositionsApply for an Internship BackContact Us Back
Posted on March 16, 2020March 16, 2020Episode 62: DL Course Fees and the Funding of Online EducationAbout Episode 62: In this episode, hosts Tom and Kelvin are joined by guest Dr. Tamara Powell, from Kennesaw State University, to discuss the role of course fees in funding online education. The importance of showing a return on investment is emphasized. Podcast Recording Download Transcript: [PDF] Episode 62 Show Notes: Episode Synopsis via Twitter …Continue reading “Episode 62: DL Course Fees and the Funding of Online Education” TagsBlue MountainDL feefundingJamaicaonline educationpolicyqualityvaluevalue propositionPosted on June 3, 2019June 5, 2019Episode 50: Conveying Online Quality: One Way to Better Inform StakeholdersProviding evidence of quality assurance efforts for online education goes a long way toward addressing the concerns of stakeholders, novices, and naysayers. In this episode, Dr. Deb Miller joins hosts Kelvin and Tom to share the details of one state’s system-wide approach to better conveying evidence of online quality. TagsassurancebenefitcomplexitycostdesignFloridaonlinequalityQuality MattersstakeholdersThailandPosted on May 6, 2019May 6, 2019Episode 49: “You’re Making Me Crazy!” How to Improve Online EducationIn the fifth season kick-off, hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh reflect on what makes them crazy about the field of online education and what online practitioners might do to remedy the situation. This is a great episode to share and discuss with colleagues inside and outside the field. Tagsblended learningdigitalenrollmentflipped classroominstructional designjamaica me crazylearningonline learningqualityPosted on September 4, 2018September 4, 2018Episode 41: Big & Good: Will the Iron Triangle Allow for Both?Conventional wisdom has it that small is good, but is this true? Can institutions of higher education be both big and good? In this episode, hosts Tom and Kelvin revisit the “iron triangle” construct as they explore the tensions inherent in pursuing both scale and quality. TagsaccessASUDale WhittakerEcuadorinnovationiron triangleJohn HittMalacatosmetricsMichael Crownontraditionalperformance fundingpolicyqualityscalestrategic planningstrategystudentsUCFUIAunderservedUniversity Innovation AlliancePosted on February 19, 2018July 11, 2018Setting the Stage: Designing for Quality Online Learning ExperiencesProviding a course overview, offering accessible and relevant content, encouraging meaningful interaction, and challenging students to think critically are all elements that contribute to a quality online learning experience. However, designing for quality may feel like a moving target and thus an elusive goal to achieve. To address this, the Instructional Design team at UCF has created a Quality and High Quality online course review process based on our own practices as well as nationally recognized standards. Session presenters will showcase select items included in the Quality and High Quality course review process and describe beneficial outcomes from a faculty member’s perspective. A key resource will be the Quality and High Quality items which participants can use to meet their unique needs. TagsOnline CoursesqualityPosted on August 1, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 16: Operationalizing Online Course QualityAbout Episode 16: How do we see to it that the design and teaching of online courses are of the highest quality possible? In this episode join hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh as they dig deeper into the practicalities of ensuring high quality online courses. Download Transcript [PDF, RTF] Episode 16 Show Notes: Please …Continue reading “Episode 16: Operationalizing Online Course Quality” Tagsblendedblended learningColombiadeliverydesigninnovationiron triangleonlinequalityquick checkRubricsSanta CruzstandardsteachingPosted on June 6, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 14: The Problem with Quality: Consensus vs. ConnoisseurshipPerceptions of quality (high and low) are a perennial problem in online education. What is quality? Who decides? What if others disagree? Should majority rule? What about expert knowledge? Join Tom and Kelvin in wrestling with these questions and more in this on-location episode. Tagsconnoisseurshipconsensusdeliverydesignexpectationsexpertiseinnovateiron triangleNOLAOLConlinequalityRubricsstakeholdersstandardsstudentsteachingPosted on February 1, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online EdAbout Episode 10: Cost, quality, and access are touted again and again as constraints to be overcome in higher education. Join hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh for this episode’s introduction of “the iron triangle” as an opportunity for online educators to innovate. First episode in an occasional mini-series. Download Transcript [PDF, RTF] Episode 10 …Continue reading “Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online Ed” Tagsaccessclovercostinnovateinnovationiron triangleonlinequalityvietnamPosted on April 16, 2013July 27, 2018Online Course Quality: Tune Up Your Course with the Online Course Quick CheckWhether you have been teaching online for years or are just getting started, “online course quality” is an elusive goal to achieve. For instance, what are the components of a high quality course? How does course design contribute to overall course quality? What role does the teaching practice of the online instructor play in course quality? Can the characteristics of the students impact the quality of the course? Are large classes and small classes of equivalent quality? Access this brief, informative session for access to an array of tools, resources, and information to aid you in the quest for quality in online teaching. A featured resource is the debut of UCF’s Online Course Quick Check as a tool for quick self-assessment or collegial feedback. Tagscourse designlarge classqualitystrategiesNavigation Menu Teach Online BackCourse Enhancements BackCDL GraphicsVideo@CDLSkype for Business (Lync)Webcourses@UCF IntegrationsStreaming VideosObojoboMateria BackCreate Your Course BackRequest a Webcourses@UCF Course SectionSemester Start-Up GuideEnd of Semester Guide BackEffective Online Teaching Strategies BackDesign Your Online CourseCopyrightMedia Message Design TutorialDeliver Your Online CourseInstructional Best Practices Using Technology BackOnline Accessibility BackWhat Is Online Accessibility?Webcourses@UCF Page Formatting GuidelinesWord Document Formatting GuidelinesCreating Accessible MultimediaProactive Captioning for Online CoursesPowerPoint Formatting GuidelinesPDF Formatting GuidelinesText Formatting and Document OrganizationUniversal Design Online Content Inspection Tool (UDOIT) BackProfessional Development Back‘Keep Teaching’ Workshops and TrainingFaculty Seminars in Online TeachingEssentials of Webcourses@UCFWebcourses@UCF TrainingThe Chuck D. Dziuban AwardTeaching with Lecture CaptureHQR4444Zoom EssentialsADL5000PAL6000IDL6543IDL7000DLI7836: Digital Learning STEM Institute BackResources for Teaching Online BackInstructional Designer Lookup ToolLet’s Talk About… A Web Video SeriesTips for Faculty, from FacultyLinkedIn LearningUCF Financial Aid RequirementTeaching Online Pedagogical Repository (TOPR)UCF Creed-Based Academic Integrity CommitmentThe Teaching Online Podcast (TOPcast)A Short Guide to DIY VideosObjective Builder ToolUniversal Design Online Content Inspection Tool (UDOIT)Additional UCF faculty resources BackPersonalized Adaptive Learning BackExplore Personalized Adaptive LearningPAL Faculty SpotlightPAL Learning Guides & SupportPAL Publications and Media ExposurePAL Design & Development Services Back BackGet Support BackWebcourses@UCF Support BackSystem Support BackWebcourses@UCF System StatusWebcourses@UCF Announcements and UpdatesWebcourses@UCF GuidesWebcourses@UCF Personalized Learning GuidesMateria GuidesObojobo GuidesPanopto GuidesRespondus GuidesZoom Guides BackSpecial Programs at UCF BackSpecial Programs Enrollment ToolSpecial Programs Enrollment MethodsRequest a Special Programs Course BackAdditional Resources BackWeb Browser RequirementsStudent Perception of Instruction (SPI)Types of Courses at UCF Back BackStudent Support for Learning Online BackDiscover Online BackKnights OnlineTypes of Courses at UCFSearch For Online CoursesResources and ServicesTechnology RequirementsExplore Online ProgramsUCF Online Student Support BackAdditional Resources BackLinkedIn LearningHonor Your KnighthoodAcademic CalendarInformation LiteracyWebcourses@UCF Student TourHow to Login to Webcourses@UCF Back BackFaculty Support for Teaching Online BackAdditional Resources For Teaching Online BackExplore Teach OnlineUCF Financial Aid RequirementSemester Start-Up GuideProfessional DevelopmentWebcourses@UCF Faculty TourStart-of-Semester Student Message DraftHow to Login to Webcourses@UCFWebcourses@UCF Training Back Back BackOur Services BackInstructional Support Services BackProfessional DevelopmentInstructional DesignPersonalized Learning BackTechnical Support Services BackWebcourses@UCF Support BackMultimedia Services BackCDL Video ServicesGraphic ServicesProactive Captioning for Online Courses Back BackOur InitiativesAbout Us BackOur Teams BackAdministrationCDL GraphicsLeadershipInstructional DesignInstructional DevelopmentLearning Systems & TechnologyLMS AdminVideo@CDLWebcourses@UCF Support BackDiscover CDL BackOur Core ValuesOur PublicationsOur AwardsOur AffiliationsOur Migration to CanvasSREB Principles of Good PracticeUCF Distributed Learning GuidelinesVisit CDL BackEmployment Opportunities BackSearch Full-Time PositionsSearch Student PositionsApply for an Internship BackContact Us Back
Posted on June 3, 2019June 5, 2019Episode 50: Conveying Online Quality: One Way to Better Inform StakeholdersProviding evidence of quality assurance efforts for online education goes a long way toward addressing the concerns of stakeholders, novices, and naysayers. In this episode, Dr. Deb Miller joins hosts Kelvin and Tom to share the details of one state’s system-wide approach to better conveying evidence of online quality. TagsassurancebenefitcomplexitycostdesignFloridaonlinequalityQuality MattersstakeholdersThailandPosted on May 6, 2019May 6, 2019Episode 49: “You’re Making Me Crazy!” How to Improve Online EducationIn the fifth season kick-off, hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh reflect on what makes them crazy about the field of online education and what online practitioners might do to remedy the situation. This is a great episode to share and discuss with colleagues inside and outside the field. Tagsblended learningdigitalenrollmentflipped classroominstructional designjamaica me crazylearningonline learningqualityPosted on September 4, 2018September 4, 2018Episode 41: Big & Good: Will the Iron Triangle Allow for Both?Conventional wisdom has it that small is good, but is this true? Can institutions of higher education be both big and good? In this episode, hosts Tom and Kelvin revisit the “iron triangle” construct as they explore the tensions inherent in pursuing both scale and quality. TagsaccessASUDale WhittakerEcuadorinnovationiron triangleJohn HittMalacatosmetricsMichael Crownontraditionalperformance fundingpolicyqualityscalestrategic planningstrategystudentsUCFUIAunderservedUniversity Innovation AlliancePosted on February 19, 2018July 11, 2018Setting the Stage: Designing for Quality Online Learning ExperiencesProviding a course overview, offering accessible and relevant content, encouraging meaningful interaction, and challenging students to think critically are all elements that contribute to a quality online learning experience. However, designing for quality may feel like a moving target and thus an elusive goal to achieve. To address this, the Instructional Design team at UCF has created a Quality and High Quality online course review process based on our own practices as well as nationally recognized standards. Session presenters will showcase select items included in the Quality and High Quality course review process and describe beneficial outcomes from a faculty member’s perspective. A key resource will be the Quality and High Quality items which participants can use to meet their unique needs. TagsOnline CoursesqualityPosted on August 1, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 16: Operationalizing Online Course QualityAbout Episode 16: How do we see to it that the design and teaching of online courses are of the highest quality possible? In this episode join hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh as they dig deeper into the practicalities of ensuring high quality online courses. Download Transcript [PDF, RTF] Episode 16 Show Notes: Please …Continue reading “Episode 16: Operationalizing Online Course Quality” Tagsblendedblended learningColombiadeliverydesigninnovationiron triangleonlinequalityquick checkRubricsSanta CruzstandardsteachingPosted on June 6, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 14: The Problem with Quality: Consensus vs. ConnoisseurshipPerceptions of quality (high and low) are a perennial problem in online education. What is quality? Who decides? What if others disagree? Should majority rule? What about expert knowledge? Join Tom and Kelvin in wrestling with these questions and more in this on-location episode. Tagsconnoisseurshipconsensusdeliverydesignexpectationsexpertiseinnovateiron triangleNOLAOLConlinequalityRubricsstakeholdersstandardsstudentsteachingPosted on February 1, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online EdAbout Episode 10: Cost, quality, and access are touted again and again as constraints to be overcome in higher education. Join hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh for this episode’s introduction of “the iron triangle” as an opportunity for online educators to innovate. First episode in an occasional mini-series. Download Transcript [PDF, RTF] Episode 10 …Continue reading “Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online Ed” Tagsaccessclovercostinnovateinnovationiron triangleonlinequalityvietnamPosted on April 16, 2013July 27, 2018Online Course Quality: Tune Up Your Course with the Online Course Quick CheckWhether you have been teaching online for years or are just getting started, “online course quality” is an elusive goal to achieve. For instance, what are the components of a high quality course? How does course design contribute to overall course quality? What role does the teaching practice of the online instructor play in course quality? Can the characteristics of the students impact the quality of the course? Are large classes and small classes of equivalent quality? Access this brief, informative session for access to an array of tools, resources, and information to aid you in the quest for quality in online teaching. A featured resource is the debut of UCF’s Online Course Quick Check as a tool for quick self-assessment or collegial feedback. Tagscourse designlarge classqualitystrategiesNavigation Menu Teach Online BackCourse Enhancements BackCDL GraphicsVideo@CDLSkype for Business (Lync)Webcourses@UCF IntegrationsStreaming VideosObojoboMateria BackCreate Your Course BackRequest a Webcourses@UCF Course SectionSemester Start-Up GuideEnd of Semester Guide BackEffective Online Teaching Strategies BackDesign Your Online CourseCopyrightMedia Message Design TutorialDeliver Your Online CourseInstructional Best Practices Using Technology BackOnline Accessibility BackWhat Is Online Accessibility?Webcourses@UCF Page Formatting GuidelinesWord Document Formatting GuidelinesCreating Accessible MultimediaProactive Captioning for Online CoursesPowerPoint Formatting GuidelinesPDF Formatting GuidelinesText Formatting and Document OrganizationUniversal Design Online Content Inspection Tool (UDOIT) BackProfessional Development Back‘Keep Teaching’ Workshops and TrainingFaculty Seminars in Online TeachingEssentials of Webcourses@UCFWebcourses@UCF TrainingThe Chuck D. Dziuban AwardTeaching with Lecture CaptureHQR4444Zoom EssentialsADL5000PAL6000IDL6543IDL7000DLI7836: Digital Learning STEM Institute BackResources for Teaching Online BackInstructional Designer Lookup ToolLet’s Talk About… A Web Video SeriesTips for Faculty, from FacultyLinkedIn LearningUCF Financial Aid RequirementTeaching Online Pedagogical Repository (TOPR)UCF Creed-Based Academic Integrity CommitmentThe Teaching Online Podcast (TOPcast)A Short Guide to DIY VideosObjective Builder ToolUniversal Design Online Content Inspection Tool (UDOIT)Additional UCF faculty resources BackPersonalized Adaptive Learning BackExplore Personalized Adaptive LearningPAL Faculty SpotlightPAL Learning Guides & SupportPAL Publications and Media ExposurePAL Design & Development Services Back BackGet Support BackWebcourses@UCF Support BackSystem Support BackWebcourses@UCF System StatusWebcourses@UCF Announcements and UpdatesWebcourses@UCF GuidesWebcourses@UCF Personalized Learning GuidesMateria GuidesObojobo GuidesPanopto GuidesRespondus GuidesZoom Guides BackSpecial Programs at UCF BackSpecial Programs Enrollment ToolSpecial Programs Enrollment MethodsRequest a Special Programs Course BackAdditional Resources BackWeb Browser RequirementsStudent Perception of Instruction (SPI)Types of Courses at UCF Back BackStudent Support for Learning Online BackDiscover Online BackKnights OnlineTypes of Courses at UCFSearch For Online CoursesResources and ServicesTechnology RequirementsExplore Online ProgramsUCF Online Student Support BackAdditional Resources BackLinkedIn LearningHonor Your KnighthoodAcademic CalendarInformation LiteracyWebcourses@UCF Student TourHow to Login to Webcourses@UCF Back BackFaculty Support for Teaching Online BackAdditional Resources For Teaching Online BackExplore Teach OnlineUCF Financial Aid RequirementSemester Start-Up GuideProfessional DevelopmentWebcourses@UCF Faculty TourStart-of-Semester Student Message DraftHow to Login to Webcourses@UCFWebcourses@UCF Training Back Back BackOur Services BackInstructional Support Services BackProfessional DevelopmentInstructional DesignPersonalized Learning BackTechnical Support Services BackWebcourses@UCF Support BackMultimedia Services BackCDL Video ServicesGraphic ServicesProactive Captioning for Online Courses Back BackOur InitiativesAbout Us BackOur Teams BackAdministrationCDL GraphicsLeadershipInstructional DesignInstructional DevelopmentLearning Systems & TechnologyLMS AdminVideo@CDLWebcourses@UCF Support BackDiscover CDL BackOur Core ValuesOur PublicationsOur AwardsOur AffiliationsOur Migration to CanvasSREB Principles of Good PracticeUCF Distributed Learning GuidelinesVisit CDL BackEmployment Opportunities BackSearch Full-Time PositionsSearch Student PositionsApply for an Internship BackContact Us Back
Posted on May 6, 2019May 6, 2019Episode 49: “You’re Making Me Crazy!” How to Improve Online EducationIn the fifth season kick-off, hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh reflect on what makes them crazy about the field of online education and what online practitioners might do to remedy the situation. This is a great episode to share and discuss with colleagues inside and outside the field. Tagsblended learningdigitalenrollmentflipped classroominstructional designjamaica me crazylearningonline learningqualityPosted on September 4, 2018September 4, 2018Episode 41: Big & Good: Will the Iron Triangle Allow for Both?Conventional wisdom has it that small is good, but is this true? Can institutions of higher education be both big and good? In this episode, hosts Tom and Kelvin revisit the “iron triangle” construct as they explore the tensions inherent in pursuing both scale and quality. TagsaccessASUDale WhittakerEcuadorinnovationiron triangleJohn HittMalacatosmetricsMichael Crownontraditionalperformance fundingpolicyqualityscalestrategic planningstrategystudentsUCFUIAunderservedUniversity Innovation AlliancePosted on February 19, 2018July 11, 2018Setting the Stage: Designing for Quality Online Learning ExperiencesProviding a course overview, offering accessible and relevant content, encouraging meaningful interaction, and challenging students to think critically are all elements that contribute to a quality online learning experience. However, designing for quality may feel like a moving target and thus an elusive goal to achieve. To address this, the Instructional Design team at UCF has created a Quality and High Quality online course review process based on our own practices as well as nationally recognized standards. Session presenters will showcase select items included in the Quality and High Quality course review process and describe beneficial outcomes from a faculty member’s perspective. A key resource will be the Quality and High Quality items which participants can use to meet their unique needs. TagsOnline CoursesqualityPosted on August 1, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 16: Operationalizing Online Course QualityAbout Episode 16: How do we see to it that the design and teaching of online courses are of the highest quality possible? In this episode join hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh as they dig deeper into the practicalities of ensuring high quality online courses. Download Transcript [PDF, RTF] Episode 16 Show Notes: Please …Continue reading “Episode 16: Operationalizing Online Course Quality” Tagsblendedblended learningColombiadeliverydesigninnovationiron triangleonlinequalityquick checkRubricsSanta CruzstandardsteachingPosted on June 6, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 14: The Problem with Quality: Consensus vs. ConnoisseurshipPerceptions of quality (high and low) are a perennial problem in online education. What is quality? Who decides? What if others disagree? Should majority rule? What about expert knowledge? Join Tom and Kelvin in wrestling with these questions and more in this on-location episode. Tagsconnoisseurshipconsensusdeliverydesignexpectationsexpertiseinnovateiron triangleNOLAOLConlinequalityRubricsstakeholdersstandardsstudentsteachingPosted on February 1, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online EdAbout Episode 10: Cost, quality, and access are touted again and again as constraints to be overcome in higher education. Join hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh for this episode’s introduction of “the iron triangle” as an opportunity for online educators to innovate. First episode in an occasional mini-series. Download Transcript [PDF, RTF] Episode 10 …Continue reading “Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online Ed” Tagsaccessclovercostinnovateinnovationiron triangleonlinequalityvietnamPosted on April 16, 2013July 27, 2018Online Course Quality: Tune Up Your Course with the Online Course Quick CheckWhether you have been teaching online for years or are just getting started, “online course quality” is an elusive goal to achieve. For instance, what are the components of a high quality course? How does course design contribute to overall course quality? What role does the teaching practice of the online instructor play in course quality? Can the characteristics of the students impact the quality of the course? Are large classes and small classes of equivalent quality? Access this brief, informative session for access to an array of tools, resources, and information to aid you in the quest for quality in online teaching. A featured resource is the debut of UCF’s Online Course Quick Check as a tool for quick self-assessment or collegial feedback. 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Posted on September 4, 2018September 4, 2018Episode 41: Big & Good: Will the Iron Triangle Allow for Both?Conventional wisdom has it that small is good, but is this true? Can institutions of higher education be both big and good? In this episode, hosts Tom and Kelvin revisit the “iron triangle” construct as they explore the tensions inherent in pursuing both scale and quality. TagsaccessASUDale WhittakerEcuadorinnovationiron triangleJohn HittMalacatosmetricsMichael Crownontraditionalperformance fundingpolicyqualityscalestrategic planningstrategystudentsUCFUIAunderservedUniversity Innovation AlliancePosted on February 19, 2018July 11, 2018Setting the Stage: Designing for Quality Online Learning ExperiencesProviding a course overview, offering accessible and relevant content, encouraging meaningful interaction, and challenging students to think critically are all elements that contribute to a quality online learning experience. However, designing for quality may feel like a moving target and thus an elusive goal to achieve. To address this, the Instructional Design team at UCF has created a Quality and High Quality online course review process based on our own practices as well as nationally recognized standards. Session presenters will showcase select items included in the Quality and High Quality course review process and describe beneficial outcomes from a faculty member’s perspective. A key resource will be the Quality and High Quality items which participants can use to meet their unique needs. TagsOnline CoursesqualityPosted on August 1, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 16: Operationalizing Online Course QualityAbout Episode 16: How do we see to it that the design and teaching of online courses are of the highest quality possible? In this episode join hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh as they dig deeper into the practicalities of ensuring high quality online courses. Download Transcript [PDF, RTF] Episode 16 Show Notes: Please …Continue reading “Episode 16: Operationalizing Online Course Quality” Tagsblendedblended learningColombiadeliverydesigninnovationiron triangleonlinequalityquick checkRubricsSanta CruzstandardsteachingPosted on June 6, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 14: The Problem with Quality: Consensus vs. ConnoisseurshipPerceptions of quality (high and low) are a perennial problem in online education. What is quality? Who decides? What if others disagree? Should majority rule? What about expert knowledge? Join Tom and Kelvin in wrestling with these questions and more in this on-location episode. Tagsconnoisseurshipconsensusdeliverydesignexpectationsexpertiseinnovateiron triangleNOLAOLConlinequalityRubricsstakeholdersstandardsstudentsteachingPosted on February 1, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online EdAbout Episode 10: Cost, quality, and access are touted again and again as constraints to be overcome in higher education. Join hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh for this episode’s introduction of “the iron triangle” as an opportunity for online educators to innovate. First episode in an occasional mini-series. Download Transcript [PDF, RTF] Episode 10 …Continue reading “Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online Ed” Tagsaccessclovercostinnovateinnovationiron triangleonlinequalityvietnamPosted on April 16, 2013July 27, 2018Online Course Quality: Tune Up Your Course with the Online Course Quick CheckWhether you have been teaching online for years or are just getting started, “online course quality” is an elusive goal to achieve. For instance, what are the components of a high quality course? How does course design contribute to overall course quality? What role does the teaching practice of the online instructor play in course quality? Can the characteristics of the students impact the quality of the course? Are large classes and small classes of equivalent quality? Access this brief, informative session for access to an array of tools, resources, and information to aid you in the quest for quality in online teaching. A featured resource is the debut of UCF’s Online Course Quick Check as a tool for quick self-assessment or collegial feedback. 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Posted on February 19, 2018July 11, 2018Setting the Stage: Designing for Quality Online Learning ExperiencesProviding a course overview, offering accessible and relevant content, encouraging meaningful interaction, and challenging students to think critically are all elements that contribute to a quality online learning experience. However, designing for quality may feel like a moving target and thus an elusive goal to achieve. To address this, the Instructional Design team at UCF has created a Quality and High Quality online course review process based on our own practices as well as nationally recognized standards. Session presenters will showcase select items included in the Quality and High Quality course review process and describe beneficial outcomes from a faculty member’s perspective. A key resource will be the Quality and High Quality items which participants can use to meet their unique needs. TagsOnline CoursesqualityPosted on August 1, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 16: Operationalizing Online Course QualityAbout Episode 16: How do we see to it that the design and teaching of online courses are of the highest quality possible? In this episode join hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh as they dig deeper into the practicalities of ensuring high quality online courses. Download Transcript [PDF, RTF] Episode 16 Show Notes: Please …Continue reading “Episode 16: Operationalizing Online Course Quality” Tagsblendedblended learningColombiadeliverydesigninnovationiron triangleonlinequalityquick checkRubricsSanta CruzstandardsteachingPosted on June 6, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 14: The Problem with Quality: Consensus vs. ConnoisseurshipPerceptions of quality (high and low) are a perennial problem in online education. What is quality? Who decides? What if others disagree? Should majority rule? What about expert knowledge? Join Tom and Kelvin in wrestling with these questions and more in this on-location episode. Tagsconnoisseurshipconsensusdeliverydesignexpectationsexpertiseinnovateiron triangleNOLAOLConlinequalityRubricsstakeholdersstandardsstudentsteachingPosted on February 1, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online EdAbout Episode 10: Cost, quality, and access are touted again and again as constraints to be overcome in higher education. Join hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh for this episode’s introduction of “the iron triangle” as an opportunity for online educators to innovate. First episode in an occasional mini-series. Download Transcript [PDF, RTF] Episode 10 …Continue reading “Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online Ed” Tagsaccessclovercostinnovateinnovationiron triangleonlinequalityvietnamPosted on April 16, 2013July 27, 2018Online Course Quality: Tune Up Your Course with the Online Course Quick CheckWhether you have been teaching online for years or are just getting started, “online course quality” is an elusive goal to achieve. For instance, what are the components of a high quality course? How does course design contribute to overall course quality? What role does the teaching practice of the online instructor play in course quality? Can the characteristics of the students impact the quality of the course? Are large classes and small classes of equivalent quality? Access this brief, informative session for access to an array of tools, resources, and information to aid you in the quest for quality in online teaching. A featured resource is the debut of UCF’s Online Course Quick Check as a tool for quick self-assessment or collegial feedback. 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Posted on August 1, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 16: Operationalizing Online Course QualityAbout Episode 16: How do we see to it that the design and teaching of online courses are of the highest quality possible? In this episode join hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh as they dig deeper into the practicalities of ensuring high quality online courses. Download Transcript [PDF, RTF] Episode 16 Show Notes: Please …Continue reading “Episode 16: Operationalizing Online Course Quality” Tagsblendedblended learningColombiadeliverydesigninnovationiron triangleonlinequalityquick checkRubricsSanta CruzstandardsteachingPosted on June 6, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 14: The Problem with Quality: Consensus vs. ConnoisseurshipPerceptions of quality (high and low) are a perennial problem in online education. What is quality? Who decides? What if others disagree? Should majority rule? What about expert knowledge? Join Tom and Kelvin in wrestling with these questions and more in this on-location episode. Tagsconnoisseurshipconsensusdeliverydesignexpectationsexpertiseinnovateiron triangleNOLAOLConlinequalityRubricsstakeholdersstandardsstudentsteachingPosted on February 1, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online EdAbout Episode 10: Cost, quality, and access are touted again and again as constraints to be overcome in higher education. Join hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh for this episode’s introduction of “the iron triangle” as an opportunity for online educators to innovate. First episode in an occasional mini-series. Download Transcript [PDF, RTF] Episode 10 …Continue reading “Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online Ed” Tagsaccessclovercostinnovateinnovationiron triangleonlinequalityvietnamPosted on April 16, 2013July 27, 2018Online Course Quality: Tune Up Your Course with the Online Course Quick CheckWhether you have been teaching online for years or are just getting started, “online course quality” is an elusive goal to achieve. For instance, what are the components of a high quality course? How does course design contribute to overall course quality? What role does the teaching practice of the online instructor play in course quality? Can the characteristics of the students impact the quality of the course? Are large classes and small classes of equivalent quality? Access this brief, informative session for access to an array of tools, resources, and information to aid you in the quest for quality in online teaching. A featured resource is the debut of UCF’s Online Course Quick Check as a tool for quick self-assessment or collegial feedback. Tagscourse designlarge classqualitystrategies
Posted on June 6, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 14: The Problem with Quality: Consensus vs. ConnoisseurshipPerceptions of quality (high and low) are a perennial problem in online education. What is quality? Who decides? What if others disagree? Should majority rule? What about expert knowledge? Join Tom and Kelvin in wrestling with these questions and more in this on-location episode. Tagsconnoisseurshipconsensusdeliverydesignexpectationsexpertiseinnovateiron triangleNOLAOLConlinequalityRubricsstakeholdersstandardsstudentsteachingPosted on February 1, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online EdAbout Episode 10: Cost, quality, and access are touted again and again as constraints to be overcome in higher education. Join hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh for this episode’s introduction of “the iron triangle” as an opportunity for online educators to innovate. First episode in an occasional mini-series. Download Transcript [PDF, RTF] Episode 10 …Continue reading “Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online Ed” Tagsaccessclovercostinnovateinnovationiron triangleonlinequalityvietnamPosted on April 16, 2013July 27, 2018Online Course Quality: Tune Up Your Course with the Online Course Quick CheckWhether you have been teaching online for years or are just getting started, “online course quality” is an elusive goal to achieve. For instance, what are the components of a high quality course? How does course design contribute to overall course quality? What role does the teaching practice of the online instructor play in course quality? Can the characteristics of the students impact the quality of the course? Are large classes and small classes of equivalent quality? Access this brief, informative session for access to an array of tools, resources, and information to aid you in the quest for quality in online teaching. A featured resource is the debut of UCF’s Online Course Quick Check as a tool for quick self-assessment or collegial feedback. Tagscourse designlarge classqualitystrategies
Posted on February 1, 2016March 30, 2018Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online EdAbout Episode 10: Cost, quality, and access are touted again and again as constraints to be overcome in higher education. Join hosts Kelvin Thompson and Thomas Cavanagh for this episode’s introduction of “the iron triangle” as an opportunity for online educators to innovate. First episode in an occasional mini-series. Download Transcript [PDF, RTF] Episode 10 …Continue reading “Episode 10: The Iron Triangle: Stimulus for Innovation in Online Ed” Tagsaccessclovercostinnovateinnovationiron triangleonlinequalityvietnamPosted on April 16, 2013July 27, 2018Online Course Quality: Tune Up Your Course with the Online Course Quick CheckWhether you have been teaching online for years or are just getting started, “online course quality” is an elusive goal to achieve. For instance, what are the components of a high quality course? How does course design contribute to overall course quality? What role does the teaching practice of the online instructor play in course quality? Can the characteristics of the students impact the quality of the course? Are large classes and small classes of equivalent quality? Access this brief, informative session for access to an array of tools, resources, and information to aid you in the quest for quality in online teaching. A featured resource is the debut of UCF’s Online Course Quick Check as a tool for quick self-assessment or collegial feedback. Tagscourse designlarge classqualitystrategies
Posted on April 16, 2013July 27, 2018Online Course Quality: Tune Up Your Course with the Online Course Quick CheckWhether you have been teaching online for years or are just getting started, “online course quality” is an elusive goal to achieve. For instance, what are the components of a high quality course? How does course design contribute to overall course quality? What role does the teaching practice of the online instructor play in course quality? Can the characteristics of the students impact the quality of the course? Are large classes and small classes of equivalent quality? Access this brief, informative session for access to an array of tools, resources, and information to aid you in the quest for quality in online teaching. A featured resource is the debut of UCF’s Online Course Quick Check as a tool for quick self-assessment or collegial feedback. Tagscourse designlarge classqualitystrategies