A comparison chart of test question types that outlines the purpose of each question type, or why you would elect to use that type of question on a test. The chart also includes tips for writing each type of question. The set of reflection prompts can be used as a final check of each question you have designed.
A sample form for use by students when they are observing other students’ class presentations, focusing on constructive suggestions for improvement.
Links to USC resources to help faculty determine the type of General Education (GE) course they are teaching and the corresponding course requirements, such as reading load and assignment types.
A step-by-step guide to access the Independent Review Resources for Online Teaching in Blackboard. There are three organizations available, depending on your USC role.
A video describing Cognitive Task Analysis (CTA) and how it can be applied to assignment descriptions.
A general structure and options for case-based role play activities and assignments.
This video explains a method to visualize student growth and the zone of proximal development (ZPD).
A description of a five-step model that instructors can use in designing in-class reflective assignments.
A video describing considerations when creating course policies.
A video describing Bloom’s Taxonomy and how it can be applied to learning objectives and course design.
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