using quality matters

Rachel Rigolino

Using the Quality Matters Rubric to Improve an Online Course: A Case Study

Standards

The eight general standards include:Course Overview and

Introduction Learning Objectives (Competencies) Assessment and Measurement Instructional Materials Learner Interaction and

Engagement Course Technology Learner Support Accessibility

1.7 The Self Introduction by Instructor is Appropriate and Available Online

Instructor Presence

1.8 Students Are Asked To Introduce Themselves to the Class

1.8 Students Are Asked To Introduce Themselves to the Class

First Week Introductions

4.4 The Instructional Materials Are Current4.5 The Instructional Materials Present a Variety of Perspectives on the Course Content

VideosBackground material

6.4 Students Can Readily Access the Technologies Required in the Course

Providing directions for accessing video material.

6.2 Course Tools and Media Support Student Engagement6.5 The Course Technologies Are Current

“Emerging” Technologies Accessibility (8.1-8.4) Workload Management

Weekly Updates (Video Overviews)

6.2 Course Tools and Media Support Student Engagement6.5 The Course Technologies Are Current

Student Choices

Example of Student Glogster Poster: Permission Granted to Use Image Anonymously

6.2 Course Tools and Media Support Student Engagement6.5 The Course Technologies Are Current

Shadrack: Sula

Eva Peace: Sula

6.3 Navigation Throughout the Online Components of the Course Is Logical, Consistent, and Efficient Course Aesthetics

Future Goals

Assessment

Keeping Up-to-Date

Final Reflections

Understanding the Students

Course Design and Delivery

Reflection Throughout the

Semester End-of-Semester