96426 - Instructional Design: Foundations and Best Practices
Course Overview
Instructional Design is the process in which education and/or training is devised and distributed to an audience. This is essential in both corporate and education environments, along with everyday instances such as navigating websites online.
In this focused course, participants will be introduced to the foundations of instructional design via the Canvas learning management system (LMS) and how it can be used to design engaging and inclusive experiences for an audience. Participants will shape a course using the best practices of instructional design, create inclusive course content using the tools of the Canvas LMS, and devise a template that can be replicated for future projects.
Finally, participants will learn tips and recommendations for consulting with subject matter experts (SMEs) when working on a project, along with how to manage that project throughout its development. All materials used will be freely accessible to students, and this course is welcoming to both new and returning Instructional Designers alike.
What You'll Learn
- Design a course with the best practices of instructional design
- Master the tools of the Canvas learning management system (LMS)
- Iterate and improve on future projects with the foundations of inclusive design
- Employ consultation and management skills when overseeing a project
Who Should Attend
- Administrators and Support Staff assisting in the design of a course
- Content creators who want to build an informative experience for their audience
- Designers looking for a new medium to work in
- Educators that are creating their own course, or making modifications to a pre-existing one
- Trainers seeking to put their materials in a virtually accessible space
Prerequisites
Access to a computer and/or laptop, basic computer skills (internet browsing, word processing, etc.), reliable internet connection, current web browsers (ex. Google Chrome, Firefox, MS Edge), microphone and/or headphones for meeting online.
UNM Tuition Remission
UNM Staff, Faculty, and Retirees: This course is Tuition Remission eligible under Professional Development. For more information, visit the UNM Tuition Remission information page. To see UNM HR's Tuition Remission for eligibility and tax liabilities, click here
Casey Croson is a detail-oriented instructional designer with over a decade of experience working in higher education. He is an active listener and committed problem solver who patiently works with clients to deliver the most effective solution for their needs. This has led to his support of several programs such as those at Widener University and the University of Pennsylvania, along with helping to create new offerings for nonprofit groups as a volunteer.