High-Impact Design for Online Courses introduces higher education professionals to an eight-step course design model, HIDOC, that leverages the unique considerations of online and hybrid modalities at each stage in the process. Though relevant to and informed by instructional designers and educational technologists, this book is specifically geared toward faculty who lack the administrative and technical supports they need to thrive in the new normal. Each chapter includes step-by-step guidance on learner analysis, course structure, appropriate activities and assessments, continuous improvement, and other key elements of a successful digital course. Teachers across disciplines and levels of experience will come away newly inspired and motivated with fresh insights into planning and drafting, practical tips for pedagogy and design, opportunities for self-reflection and course revision, and implications for learner-centered delivery.
"HIDOC is a must-read for educators who are passionate about harnessing the full potential of online education and ushering in a new era of inspired and effective learning."
- Katie Linder, Ph.D., Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Innovation and Strategy, University of Colorado Denver, USA
"These authors deeply understand the challenges faced by faculty and IDs in creating an engaging and impactful course, and a genuine feeling of support is palpable as you work through the steps they have laid out for you."
- Deb Adair, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer, Quality Matters
"HIDOC is thoughtful, pragmatic, and supported by theory. It is a design model that many will find valuable, whether they have the affordance of working with Learning Designers or are tasked with designing online learning experiences on their own."
- Rick Shearer, D.Ed., Owner of Distance Education Systems; Director of Research and Development (retired), World Campus, The Pennsylvania State University, USA
- Katie Linder, Ph.D., Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Innovation and Strategy, University of Colorado Denver, USA
"These authors deeply understand the challenges faced by faculty and IDs in creating an engaging and impactful course, and a genuine feeling of support is palpable as you work through the steps they have laid out for you."
- Deb Adair, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer, Quality Matters
"HIDOC is thoughtful, pragmatic, and supported by theory. It is a design model that many will find valuable, whether they have the affordance of working with Learning Designers or are tasked with designing online learning experiences on their own."
- Rick Shearer, D.Ed., Owner of Distance Education Systems; Director of Research and Development (retired), World Campus, The Pennsylvania State University, USA