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Course Site Certification Rubrics

Measurable components of the above listed certification principles. Course sites must meet ‘Yes’ and ‘MS’ levels in order to be certified.

Online & Hybrid Site
Category Criteria No Yes
Site Design course dashboard requirements
Standard Banner & Footer

Standard Color Scheme

Standard Icons

Standard Navigation Hierarchy

Links to Standard Resources (Tutor.com, e-Library)

Syllabus

 
Category Criteria BS MS
Course Content & Organization structure of the course, learning objectives, and instructional strategies
Content Satisfies Instructional Activity Time Requirement

Content Organized in Learning Modules or Content Folders

Content Presented in Manageable Segments

Content Delivered in Appropriate Format

Objectives & Learning Outcomes Clearly Stated

Clearly Stated Expectations Defining Levels of Participation

Rubrics/Performance Criteria Presented

Content Presents Faculty Member's Personal Expertise

Communication Tools Used to Elaborate on Course Content

Use of Visual and Auditory Tools

Opportunities for Individualized/Differentiated Instruction

Content Encourages Critical Reflection & Analysis

Periodic Assignments and Assessments Provided

Students Provided with Opportunities for Self-Assessment

Supplementary Resources Available

Online Library Resources & Other Content Repositories

BS = Below Standards

MS = Meets Standards

Course sites must meet ‘Yes’ and ‘MS’ levels in order to be certified.

Component Site
Category Criteria No Yes
Site Design course dashboard requirements




Standard Banner & Footer

Standard Color Scheme

Standard Icons

Standard Navigation Hierarchy

Links to Standard Resources (Tutor.com, e-Library)

Syllabus

 
Category Criteria BS MS
Course Content & Organization
Substantial Instructional Benefits Demonstrated

Appropriate Format Used to Deliver Content

Communication Tools Used to Interact with Students

Supplementary Resources Available

Online Library Resources & Other Content Repositories

BS = Below Standards

MS = Meets Standards