Principles and Standards Alignment for Quality Online Instruction
Introduction to the alignment of the seven principles from Chickering and Gamson with the eight standards from Quality Matters for quality online instruction. The session covers how to apply these principles and standards in online education, emphasizing interaction, learning objectives, assessment, and more.
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Seven Principles and Eight Standards: Alignment Toward Quality Online Instruction Katherine M. Hitchcock, Ph.D. Michelle Franz
Presenter Introductions Katherine M. Hitchcock, Ph.D. Northeastern University Michelle Franz Howard Community College
Background & Purpose Introduction to Chickering and Gamson (1987) The Seven Principles: 1. Encourages contact between students and faculty 2. Develops reciprocity and cooperation among students 3. Encourages active learning 4. Gives prompt feedback 5. Emphasizes time on task 6. Communicates high expectations 7. Respects diverse talents and ways of learning Applying the principles to online education
Background & Purpose Introduction to Quality Matters Rubric 5th edition The Eight Standards: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Course Overview and Introduction Learning Objectives (Competencies) Assessment and Measurement Instructional Materials Course Activities and Learning Interaction Course Technology Learner Support Accessibility and Usability The Concept of Alignment
Instructions for Group Activity Please break into small groups. Session presenters will assign each group specific standards for which the handout provided will be used to do the following : In column 2, identify the Chickering and Gamson principle or principles that align with the General Standard. In column 3, provide at least one application for quality instruction that addresses both the General Standard and the principle(s) identified. Present your group s ideas to the larger group.
Standards Alignment Quality Matters Chickering & Gamson Application For Quality Instruction GS 1: Course Overview and Introduction The overall design of the course is made clear to the learner at the beginning of the course. Example: Use of VoiceThread to create audio/video introduction that students can respond to with their own audio/video introduction. Creates visual conversation. Principle: 1. Encourages contact between students and faculty (interaction) GS 2: Learning Objectives (Competencies) Learning objectives or competencies describe what learners will be able to do upon completion of the course. GS 3: Assessment and Measurement Assessments are integral to the learning process and are designed to evaluate learner progress in achieving the stated learning objectives or mastering the competencies.
Standards Alignment Quality Matters Chickering & Gamson Application For Quality Instruction GS 4: Instructional Materials Instructional materials enable learners to achieve stated learning objectives or competencies. GS 5: Course Activities and Learner Interaction Course activities facilitate and support learner interaction and engagement. GS 6: Course Technology Course technologies support learners' achievement of course objectives or competencies
Standards Alignment Quality Matters Chickering & Gamson Application For Quality Instruction GS 7: Learner Support The course facilitates learner access to institutional support services essential to learner success. GS 8: Accessibility and Usability The course design reflects a commitment to accessibility and usability for all learners.
List of Alignments Please click the link below to view the list of alignment ideas: http://bit.ly/1sewKUO
References Arbaugh, J.B., & Hornik, S. (2006). Do Chickering and Gamson s Seven Principles also apply to online MBAs? The Journal of Educators Online, 3(2), pp. 1 - 18. Retrieved from http://www.thejeo.com/Volume3Number2/ArbaughFinal.pdf Batts, D., Colaric, S.M., & McFadden, C. (2006). Online courses demonstrate use of seven principles. Instructional Technology & Distance Learning, 3(2). Retrieved from http://www.itdl.org/Journal/Dec_06/article02.htm Chickering, A., & Gamson, Z. (Eds.). (1987). Seven principles for good practice in undergraduate education. AAHE Bulletin, 38(7) 3-7.
