Create engaging content using effective Instructional Design practices​ Ana Maria Zurita  Instructional Designer​ | CCOL Mariana Fernandez ​ Professor | Media & Design​ - Educational Technologist | LTS 21 February, 2019

“Design is not just what it looks like and feels like “Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works.” – Steve Jobs​

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Learning Outcomes List the sections of a course​ and the sections of a lesson​ Explain the importance of alignment in a course​ Summarize the importance of consistency in a course​ Describe some Brightspace engagement tools and techniques ​

1. Sections of course and lesson Design Thinking Course example.

2. Sections of a lesson Instructional Systems Design​ Gagne's Nine Events​ Source:​ www.slideshare.net

3. Alignment CLRs: Course Learning Requirements​ Statement that describes learning that integrates knowledge, skills, and attitudes that learners achieve by the end of a specific course. ​

} 3. Alignment CLRs ​Learning Outcomes (EKS)​ Course Content​ Learning Activities​ Assessments​ CLRs

4. Consistency It is what helps learners interact and engage with course content UX: User Experience UI: User Interface Navigation and structure Templates ​ Aesthetics Clear instructions​ Accessibility Less is more

5. Create engaging content Key elements to consider Avoid technology barriers Use Learning Management System built-in tools Think of your communication objectives first

5. Create engaging content Key elements to consider Add the human element Make it relevant Make it engaging and collaborative Get feedback

5. Create engaging content Some Useful Brightspace Tools Announcements Videos Surveys Checklists ​ Discussions

5. Create engaging content Announcement Tool Sense of community Staying current Dynamic and engaging Messages to establish a sense of community in the classroom​ Provide meaningful feedback Post current events and how they relate to the content learned in the course Summarize lessons learned from that week Use creative extra- features like images or video

5. Create engaging content Video Tool You don’t need a Youtube Channel! Easy use + no plug-ins needed Creativity & Engagement Look for Insert Stuff Icon and Add video note 3 min max Make sure your browser is allowed access to camera and microphone Create Module introductions giving a quick intro/personal thoughts about topic Provide recorded general feedback after an activity in the Announcements area

5. Create engaging content Survey Tool Track learners’ feedback As part of a learning activity Anonymous answers Multiple-entries You don’t have to wait until end-of-term course evaluations As a reflection tool (journal) As follow-up analysis question after an activity. No – marks associated. Gives learners space for more creativity. No right/wrong answer.

5. Create engaging content Checklist Tool Keep students engaged List what they need to accomplish / deliverables / topics to cover required assignments / readings, or other items to complete for a specific module. Appeals to “completionist” learners. You can also hide (extra or follow-up) content by using Release Conditions.

5. Create engaging content Discussion Tool Foster creativity and peer feedback For Hybrid activities or Online Learning​. Create online repositories of images / videos / articles / industry leader / source of inspiration / brainstorming & feedback. Clear instructions & posting etiquette​ (meaningful and constructive feedback).

6. Summary Throughout this workshop you learned how to identify the sections of a course and lesson.​ The importance of course alignment for learners, so they can demonstrate their skills at the end of the course.​ Consistency in a course helps learners engage better and have an easy navigation, avoiding frustrations when accessing content​. Engage students using Brightspace tools effectively, creatively, and without the need of third-party external tools.

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