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Self-Guided Course Design and Development

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February 5, 2026

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Jennifer Parker

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This post guides UConn faculty in designing, building, and teaching online and hybrid courses. Please see UConn Registrar’s Course Modalities for a complete explanation of each instructional approach.

The phases outlined are intended for faculty with a strong background in teaching and pedagogy who are already comfortable using HuskyCT.  To learn more about the skills and knowledge needed, see UConn Competencies for Online and Hybrid Instruction.

We encourage faculty who prefer a more guided support model to review the phases outlined in this site and then contact eCampus to work with one of our staff members.

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Using Data to Inform Online Teaching

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June 13, 2025

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Kelsey Keefe

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HuskyCT (Blackboard) offers a range of analytics tools to monitor and enhance student progress. These tools provide insight in relation to student engagement, assignment completion, and overall course performance, enabling faculty to make data-driven decisions. Comprehending and leveraging these features allows instructors to identify trends, address potential issues, and create a supportive learning environment tailored to individual and class-wide needs. 

Helpful Hints:

  • Begin exploring the analytics tools early in the course to ensure smooth integration. 
  • Use these insights to proactively support students at risk of falling behind. 
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Tips for Conducting Online / Remote Synchronous Sessions

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April 23, 2025

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Timothy Stubbs

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Conducting remote live, remote, synchronous class sessions using video conference software — such as WebEx, Teams, or Collaborate Ultra — can be a daunting task (Boland & Major, 2021). Below are some tips and strategies for designing and facilitating online synchronous sessions, specifically in Online Synchronous (OS), Online Blended (OB), and In-Person Remote (PR) course modalities.

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Using the eCampus HuskyCT Template

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March 25, 2025

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Catherine Healy

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The eCampus HuskyCT template is an organized and student-friendly structure which can be copied into another HuskyCT site. The template requires editing and basic building skills in HuskyCT (Ultra Course View). Refer to the resources listed within this article for assistance with various aspects of HuskyCT.

Before building a course in HuskyCT, complete a Course Design Plan to map out the alignment of course components and ensure a structured framework. Once the Course Design Plan is complete, follow the steps to build the course in HuskyCT.

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Designing & Developing Online Assessments

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March 17, 2025

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Timothy Stubbs

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This article describes research-based recommendations for designing, developing, and implementing assessments in online courses.

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Performing a Quality Matters Self-Review

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June 16, 2025

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Kelsey Keefe

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As a subscribing Quality Matters (QM) institution, UConn encourages faculty to perform (at minimum) an “unofficial” QM Self-Review of their online and blended courses. This article details the steps for completing a QM “unofficial” Self-Review and where to seek further information and assistance.

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Copyright in Online Courses: Using Free Content Legally

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February 3, 2025

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Kelsey Keefe

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This article provides an overview of common concepts related to copyright in online courses and shares best practices for finding and using free educational materials.

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