Design and prepare courses, learning outcomes, activities, materials, and teaching approaches.
Online course design involves creating learning experiences that support students in achieving intended learning outcomes through digital environments. As with any course, effective design begins with an understanding of the
Developing and managing a teaching team involves considering a range of factors that contribute to an effective, well-functioning community of teachers. Key areas include establishing clear roles and responsibilities, fostering
Designing effective tutorials and labs requires more than assigning tasks to Teaching Assistants. It involves clarifying the purpose of these sessions within your course, aligning them with learning outcomes, and
Technology can support teaching and learning in many ways, from accessing course materials and taking notes to communicating, collaborating, and participating in learning activities. At the same time, technology use
Students bring diverse identities, experiences, perspectives, strengths, and needs to their courses. These differences can shape how students engage with course content, participate in learning activities, and demonstrate their knowledge
The University of Toronto offers a range of services, policies, and resources for teaching and learning across its three campuses. Explore the links below to find institutional information, connect with
Teaching disruptions affecting campus access, technology, materials, or communication can happen at any time. Academic continuity doesn’t necessarily mean continuing without interruption or moving online; the right response depends on
This resource provides guidance and alternative tools for instructors teaching without Quercus. It may also be helpful for maintaining teaching and learning when Quercus service is temporarily interrupted. The sections
Teaching a large course presents opportunities and challenges for course planning, student engagement, assessment, and communication. While many effective teaching practices apply across class sizes, larger enrolments may require additional
This resource supports instructors in identifying and addressing potential risks when designing and delivering online or remote courses, particularly for students whose location, technology access, or circumstances may affect their
Use this quick guide to get started with Quercus and find guidance for preparing and teaching your course. What is Quercus? Quercus is the University of Toronto’s learning management system
Use Quercus course templates to help structure and organize your course, or explore example courses for ideas about course design and organization. Quercus Course Templates CTSI provides a Quercus course
Planning and Delivering Your Course
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Assessing Learning
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