Course Design
This collection includes a variety of resources to help instructors design courses to maximize student learning.
Tech Tools | Documents | Research Projects | Teaching Guides | Center for Teaching Services | External Resources
SERVICE
SITA - Student Instructional Technology Assistants
Student Instructional Technology Assistants (SITAs) work one-on-one with instructors on projects that enhance instruction with technology.
RESEARCH
Large Lecture Transformation Project
This project aims to transform several large courses from traditional lecture hall formats to hybrid deliveries supported by technology.
SERVICE
Center for Teaching
The Center for Teaching exists to support excellence in teaching and learning through institutes, workshops, programs and one-on-one consultation. We offer support and resources for any instructor, administrator or staff member involved in teaching and learning at the University of Iowa.
TECH TOOL
Respondus Lockdown Browser
Respondus Lockdown Browser is a special internet browser used to take online quizzes or tests through ICON. When taking a quiz, a student will be unable to use other programs.
GUIDE
Inspiring Students with Inquiry-Guided Learning
Improve student motivation and understanding with inquiry-guided learning.
GUIDE
Service-Learning: Creating Meaningful Learning Experiences
Use service-learning to help students synthesize and apply academic knowledge.
GUIDE
Motivating Students with Ensemble Building
Encourage intellectual risk-taking in the classroom through ensemble-building exercises.
GUIDE
Blogging Science in the University Classroom
Use a class blog to encourage intellectual risk-taking and authentic learning.
GUIDE
The Extraordinary Teaching Project: Engaging Students Online
Extraordinary Teaching Project instructor Sarah Vigmostad, professor of engineering, describes how she uses group work in her online courses to foster authentic learning.
GUIDE
Big Ideas, Authentic Learning
A video and quickstart guide to use thematic course design to promote students’ interdisciplinary curiosity.
GUIDE
Grading with Recorded Clips
The use of audio or video recordings turn grading papers into an invigorating conversation with students.
GUIDE
Reading Aloud in the Classroom
Reading aloud in the classroom helps improve students’ focus and understanding.
GUIDE
Breathing Life into Large Lectures
Design lesson plans to promote community and learning in a large lecture course.
RESEARCH
Large Lecture Transformation Course: Introduction to Environmental Science (012:008)
The main goal of this course is to improve students’ understanding of the relationship between their day-to-day life and Environmental Science.
RESEARCH
Large Lecture Transformation Course: Media History and Culture (019:091)
The main goal of this course is to improve students’ writing and critical thinking skills for evaluating the various roles played by journalism in American History.