2.5 Module Introduction

Consider using the Module tool to organize course content.

Examples of a module introduction include an overview page as the first page of each module. Module-level objectives should be included on the overview page as well as necessary background information, a module schedule/calendar, and tips for success.

Points: 3 (Essential)

QM Alignment: 2.3

Overview

Modules can help make the organization and flow of your course more clear and predictable for your students. At the beginning of each module, you should include an introduction or overview to help students know the purpose of the module and what to do. This can also include a list of the module learning objectives, activities, assignments, assessments, and materials, as well as how they align with the learning objectives.

Tips

• In addition to creating a module introduction or overview page, consider creating a video that introduces the module and explains what to do.
• A module introduction page might have a structure like this:
  • Optionally an image or video that graphically relates to the module topic
  • Introductory text and/or video explaining the purpose of the module and the activities
  • A list of the module learning objectives, with parentheses at the end indicating how they align with the course intended outcomes
  • A list of the materials in the module with parentheses at the end indicating how they align with the module learning objectives
  • A list of the activities, assessments, and assignments in the module with parentheses indicating alignment with module learning objectives, and optionally information about due dates and points, as well.

Examples

• HCC Canvas Starter Kit Module Introduction page

Resources

• Canvas
  • Canvas Modules Overview Video
  • How do I add course content as module items?
• If you wish to create one or more videos in a module:
  • How do I embed a Canvas Studio video quiz in the Canvas Rich Content Editor as an instructor?
  • How to embed other types of videos in a page