Course Design Support

Course Design Workshop – Offered Every May

Each May, the CTL hosts a three-day, hands-on Course Design Workshop for faculty. Participants explore key instructional frameworks—including flipped, hybrid, and online formats—and learn to design or redesign a course using a backward design approach. You’ll also engage with educational technologies and evidence-based pedagogies that support innovative, inclusive teaching. Space is limited and registration is required. Visit the CTL Events page for current workshop dates and details.

Why Course Design Matters

Effective course design lays the foundation for student success. Using a backward design model—starting with clear learning outcomes and aligning assessments and activities accordingly—helps ensure a more purposeful and impactful learning experience. Research consistently shows that strong course design improves student engagement and outcomes and is often a more reliable predictor of perceived instructional quality than teaching performance alone.¹ ² Well-designed courses also benefit instructors by creating a more organized and rewarding teaching experience.

New: Micro-Credential in Course Design for Learner Success (Launching Fall 2025)

Coming Fall 2025, we’ll launch a flexible, asynchronous micro-credential focused on course design. Faculty can complete the self-paced modules on their own schedule and earn a digital badge upon completion. This offering is ideal for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of evidence-based course design principles.

Consultations Available Year-Round

Our team is available for individual consultations on course design at any time. Whether you're developing a new course or refining an existing one, we’re here to help you align your teaching with best practices.