This is a short (and somewhat embarrassing, but instructively useful) post that reflects on a recent development in my work designing online courses... and shows how easy it is to assume that something is "obvious" (when it's not).
Category: Structural design
Future-Proof Your Videos: Occasional vs. Content Videos
To get the best results and not make your department go bankrupt in the process, separate course-content videos from occasional videos. This useful distinction deserves to get much more attention...
Plan the Rhythm of Your Course Carefully
Create a calendar with a focus on rhythm for most of the course. Setting the rhythm is one of the most important factors - people are creatures of habit a repeating pattern will help students plan better, and - consequently - be successful.
