Course Overview
This course is made up of 7core modules which run through how to design and build an online course from start to finish. Work through them at your own pace:
Introduction: Welcome to OpenLearning! Understanding the Platform Philosophy and MOOC experience
Meet some of the OpenLearning team as well as our philosophy centred on three basic tenants: student empowerment, authentic learning experiences and community.
Module 1: Crafting a rock solid course plan
In this module we’ll look at laying a great foundation for a great course starting with a course plan, this includes setting learning outcomes for your course. As any builder will tell you, a strong foundation is key to any construction!
Module 2: Fostering an amazing online learning community
This section explores how to grow a social and active community in your course, from welcoming strategies and getting students interacting to keeping them engaged through to the end.
Module 3: Designing awesome course content and activities
Here we cover the finer details of developing content and activities that online learners love and remember.
Module 4: The finishing touches
This module explores the marketing elements of your course, from how to make it visually appealing to students to assisting you in promoting your course to learners around the world.
Module 5: Facilitating your course
In this section, you will look at the kinds of things that help your course run smoothly, from managing classes and setting up groups to measuring success and tactics for continuous improvement.
The End (Don’t be Sad!)
Even the greatest bands on earth need to say goodbye sometime. In this module, we do it in style by sharing our courses.
