9.1 Technology Alignment

The required course technologies align with module-level objectives. Course technologies include the tools included in the LMS, plagiarism detection tools, online proctoring tools, videos, web-conferencing, etc.

An example of alignment is requiring students to explain a specific process or concept and using the discussion board or the assignment tool for students to submit their responses.

Points: 3 (Essential)

QM Alignment: 6.1

Overview

In line with standards 2.3, 3.1, 4.1, 5.1, and 6.1, your course technologies should align with your module learning objectives. See standard 2.3 for more information about alignment. Clear instructions and information should be provided to indicate how the tool supports the learning objectives. Tools are not used for the sake of using tools.

Ways to Meet Standard 9.1

• The required course technologies align with module-level objectives. Course technologies include the tools included in the LMS, plagiarism detection tools, online proctoring tools, videos, web-conferencing, etc.
• An example of alignment is requiring students to explain a specific process or concept and using the discussion board or the assignment tool for students to submit their responses.

Technology Alignment Purpose

What are the Learning Goals?

• Identify key concepts associated with Diversity.
• Compare and contrast learning theories.
• Describe how teaching is impacted by diversity.

What Tech Tool might help best meet these goals?

• Modules & Pages
• Discussion
• Quiz
• Assignment

Common Issues

• Not clear how use of technologies aligns with course or module learning objectives.
• Using third-party technologies/publishers, but there is no information for students about how to access or use them effectively.

Examples

Tools might include, but are not limited to blogs, virtual classrooms, discussion boards, video repositories, and collaboration tools.
More active learning tools…

• Synchronous interactions (webinars, collaboration tools, etc.)
• Asynchronous interactions (web-based file sharing)
• Discussions with auto-notification
• Self-check activities with automation

Resources

• The SSC Canvas Starter Kit includes a page about Technology Requirements and Skills. It includes information about using Canvas and basic computer usage tutorials, as well as privacy policies and accessibility statements.
• How to Connect Your Canvas Course with Various Publisher Tools has links to various publisher sites which usually include tutorials and resources for students, too.