6 Sample CourseBook Introduction
Course Description
Insert the course description here.
Tips for Instructors: The course description should cover the big ideas or themes of your course and should address or align with the course learning outcomes. Consider this description as a hook to get students interested in your course. It should summarize what they will learn, and should imply why it matters, or how they will apply this learning experience. Note that if there are any changes to a course description, these need to be approved by Senate.
Course Learning Outcomes
On successfully completing this course, students should be able to: - Insert course learning outcome - Insert course learning outcome - Insert course learning outcome - Insert course learning outcome - Insert course learning outcome
Tips for Instructors: As you identify the learning outcomes of a course, consider what learners will be able to know, do and value after a learning experience. Learning outcomes clearly explain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes students will gain through a course.
It is crucial to have measurable learning outcomes listed on the course outline, as they communicate expectations to the learner and help guide the instructor.
Note that for each course learning outcome, you may need to identify program and/or institutional Student Learning Outcomes it aligns with.
Course Activities/Requirements
Activities include participation in discussions, assignments, and various ungraded learning activities designed to prepare students for assessments. See course outline below for details on activities and assignments.
Determination Of Final Grade
| Assessment | Grade | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Discussions | 20% | 1-7 |
| Assignment 1: Article Analysis | 10% | 2,3,4,5 |
| Assignment 2: Video Presentation | 20% | 4-5 |
| Assignment 3: Group Project | 25% | 4-5 |
| Assignment 4: Final Paper | 35% | 4-5 |
See the Course Syllabus and the Assessments section in Moodle for specific assignment details, including grading rubrics.
Course Topics
- Insert course topic
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Course Resources
The following are key resources used in this course.
- Insert course resource
Note that not all sections of this course use all of the above resources. Please confirm which of the following texts are required by checking your course syllabus.
Course Navigation
Course Units
This course is organized into 10 units. Each unit of the course will provide you with the following information:
- A general overview of the key concepts that will be addressed during the unit.
- Specific learning outcomes and topics for the unit.
- Learning activities to help you engage with the concepts. These often include key readings, videos, and reflective prompts.
- The Assessment section provides details on assignments you will need to complete throughout the course to demonstrate your understanding of the course learning outcomes.
Note that assessments, including assignments and discussion posts will be submitted in Moodle. See the Assessment tab in Moodle for the assignment dropboxes.
Course Activities
Below is some key information on features you will see throughout the course.
Learning Activity
This box will prompt you to engage in course concepts, often by viewing resources and reflecting on your experience and/or learning. Most learning activities are ungraded and are designed to help prepare you for the assessment in this course.
Assessment
This box will signify an assignment or discussion post you will submit in Moodle. Note that these demonstrate your understanding of the course learning outcomes. Be sure to review the grading rubrics for each assignment.
Checking Your Learning
This box is for checking your understanding, to make sure you are ready for what follows.
Media
This box is for displaying/linking to media, such as videos or songs, in order to help illustrate or communicate concepts.
Note
This box signifies key notes, such as where to submit assignments. It may also warn you of possible problems or pitfalls you may encounter!
Note
This box signifies …another box! Feel free to add your own activity types, such as highlighting case studies, connections between topics/learners/instructors, etc.
Note
This box signifies Tips for Instructors. Please delete these before you share this course book with your students!
How To Navigate This Book
To move quickly to different portions of the book, click on the appropriate chapter or section in the table of contents on the left. The buttons at the top of the page allow you to show/hide the table of contents, search the book, change font settings, download a pdf or ebook copy of this book, or get hints on various sections of the book.
Figure 6.1: Top menu bar
Figure 6.2: Left and right navigation arrows
Writing Standards
For this course, you are expected to follow the writing standards according to APA 7. Please consult the OWL Purdue website for guidance and seek assistance from the TWU Writing Center and writing coaches as needed. Assignments have rubrics that attribute some marks to APA formatting and cannot be graded as fully meeting expectations if there are APA errors. That said, your conceptual understanding remains of primary importance. It is your responsibility to ensure polished work to the highest standard of which you are capable. This demands meticulous attention to detail, which will become more ‘natural’ with practice. Please seek any necessary clarification from your instructor.
It will be assumed that you have read, understand, and agree to the information provided at the Academic Dishonesty Policy website. If you have any questions at all please contact your instructor.