Center for Excellence in TeachingDeciding between synchronous & asynchronous modes of teaching
Considerations to inform your decision on when, why, and how course materials and activities should be accomplished asynchronously or synchronously.
Resources: Course design
Accessing Independent Review Resources for Online Teaching in Blackboard
A step-by-step guide to access the Independent Review Resources for Online Teaching in Blackboard.
Diversity and inclusion syllabus checklist
A syllabus checklist that can be utilized as a tool for course review using the lens of diversity and inclusion.
USC Syllabus template
A template for creating a USC syllabus which can be downloaded and edited. This template contains the most recent version of the Statement on Academic and Support Systems.
Synchronous online course design syllabus review checklist
This synchronous syllabus checklist was developed to include recommended course design practices relevant to most teaching environments at USC; it is editable so that schools may add or delete items to customize it to their needs.
Asynchronous online course design syllabus review checklist
This asynchronous syllabus review checklist was developed to include recommended course design practices relevant to most teaching environments at USC; it is editable so that schools may add or delete items to customize it to their needs.
Types of assessment
A non-exhaustive list of types of assessments, along with an indication of whether each type of assessment is best suited to individual or group work, and large or small classes.
The Flipped Classroom: A Research Perspective
An overview of the flipped classroom, its pros and cons, and a bibliography of relevant research.
Netiquette considerations
“Netiquette” or “internet etiquette,” describes the recommended communication and behavior of online communication. Having a netiquette policy for your course can help minimize the chances of miscommunication and perceived disrespect.
Universal design for learning (UDL)
A brief overview of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and its connection to USC course design and teaching.