What are the TWO most important first steps to teaching an online course?

learn how to use Blackboard
make sure your course has been approved by Curriculum
meet with an instructional designer
start converting your course materials to digital format

Which desgin consideration is the LEAST important?

creating web pages that are accessible to students with disabilities
creating discussion topics that engage students in higher level thinking
having a clearly defined syllabus and lecture material
choosing a course management system

What tasks should be completed BEFORE the start of classes?

provide students a clear direction on how to access your course
provide information about on-campus exams or orientation
allow students to self-register
provide information on how to add the class

What online services does the college offer?

full-text publications from the Library
admissions and registration
online advising from the Counseling Department
online math and writing tutoring