Basic Tools of Instruction

Basic tools of instruction help contribute to a well-designed course. The videos below are provided by Atomic Learning, so you will need your StarID and password to access them. Feel free to explore the videos for overviews of the topics and suggestions for improving your teaching.

The Syllabus (3:09): The importance of a clear syllabus that includes items specific to online and blended delivery modes

Making Content Visually Appealing (2:26):  The Dos and don’ts of making your content appealing to the eye

How to organize your Content (2:25): The value of “chunking” your content information

Getting the Most out of your Quizzes (1:55): How to maximize your use of quizzes

Creating Thoughtful Writing Assignments (1:51): Ideas for structuring writing assignments

Additional instructional resources for NHCC faculty are available at Karen Carr’s training site.