This credential indicates that a faculty member incorporates the best practices from research in online learning in the design of her/his courses. The faculty member has demonstrated the ability to design student-centered courses in which program objectives, course objectives, student learning outcomes, learning activities, and assessments are well aligned.

Pathways

• Successful completion of the Course Design Academy offered by KSU Online staff, including guided tours/show-and-tell sessions with KSU Online staff.
• Participation in the Course Design Academy (without completing it successfully) + completion of a module self-review and guided tour/show-and-tell with KSU Online staff.
• Successful completion of the first half, Blocks 1 & 2, of ACUE’s course on Effective Online Teaching Practices (EOTP)*

This credential indicates that a faculty member demonstrates the competencies required for the Quality Course Design credential and has also demonstrated excellence in creating engaging and equitable learning experiences in courses that reflect a cycle of continuous improvement. Holders of this credential are qualified to perform peer review and coaching to fellow faculty members seeking online teaching certification.

Pathways

• Faculty who have earned the Quality Course Design credential may submit a fully designed course for review. In brief, the review process includes:
  • A self-review based on the KSU Online Course Design & Teaching rubric**
  • A peer-review of the course using the same rubric
    • Implementation of suggestions and/or coaching from peer review, if applicable
  • Review by KSU Online staff using the same rubric and a course tour/show-and-tell with the faculty member.
• Successful completion of all 4 blocks of ACUE’s course on Effective Online Teaching Practices (EOTP)*