Online Course Checklist

1. Syllabus

• Syllabus is provided in the Canvas syllabus navigation or in the "Start Here" module and includes:
• Course name and official course description
• Course overview
• Grading policy, late submissions policy, and feedback policy
• Instructor contact information and expectations of response time

2. Getting Started

• A "Start Here" module is provided and includes (this content may also be included within the syllabus):
• Welcome to students (preferably in accessible video format)
• Course schedule with graded values and due dates
• Netiquette expectations
• Required Reading (if applicable)
• Required and supported materials/technologies, if applicable

3. Learning Objectives

• Strong, observable, and measurable course-level objectives
• Specific learning objectives are posted in the module
• Clear relationship between objectives and activities

4. Assessment and Measurements

• Assessments and activities align with stated learning objectives.
• Assessments are sequenced, varied and suited to the learner
• Rubrics are provided where appropriate.
• Assignments connect learner to current/real-world application.

5. Instructional Materials

• Content, materials, and resources align to learning objectives.
• Content, materials, and resources are provided in manageable chunks.
• Content, materials, and resources relate to the course.
• Materials and resources are current and cited.
• Course material is supplied from a variety of sources and formats.
• Required materials for the course are clearly stated.

6. Learner Interaction and Engagement

• Learning activities align with the stated learning objectives.
• Assignments include a variety of interactions that are purposeful.
• Expectations are clearly stated in assignment description.
• Opportunities for students to provide feedback

7. Course Technology

• Tools/technologies used in course enhance learner engagement.
• Tools/technologies are up to date and available.
• Tools/technology do not impede student privacy rights.
• Required tools/technologies are accessible.

8. Student Support

• Instructor contact information and availability is posted.
• Instructions are provided on how to receive support from third party resources.
• Links are provided for Canvas tutorials and resources.

9. Accessibility and Usability

• Navigation is minimal and intuitive.
• Design format and font are consistent throughout the course.
• Thoughtful use of colors and images are used in the course design.
• Course does not rely on colors only to convey meaning.
• Audio and video content have transcripts and/or captioning,
• If used, PDFs are properly scanned and accessible for screen reader.
• Images are appropriately sized and include alternate text or annotations.
• Content has been formatted and tested for accessibility.

8. Final Check and Publishing

• I have proofed the course for grammatical and spelling errors.
• I have checked and verified links within Canvas.
• I have ensured that the course date settings are correct.
• I have published the course and it’s content.
• I have implemented my student communication plan (course discussion board, virtual office hours, general announcements, etc.).