LMS functionality and Instructional Design
- Ciampa, K. (2013). Learning in a mobile age: An investigation of student motivation. Journal of Computer Assisted Learning, 30(1), 82–96. (see repository, BbConnect) (PDF);
- Coates, H., James, R., & Baldwin, G. (2005). A critical examination of the effects of Learning Management Systems on university teaching and learning. Tertiary Education and Management, 11,(1), 19-36. (see repository, BbConnect) (PDF)
- Porto, S. (2015). The uncertain future of Learning Management Systems. The Evolllution: Illuminating the Lifelong Learning Movement. (web-page);
Instructional design strategies:
- A Primer on Writing Effective Learning-Centered Course Goals. Robert K. Noyd (DFB) & The Staff of The Center for Educational Excellence (CEE) US Air Force Academy. The George Washington University, University Teaching & Learning Center. (PDF);
- Mager’s Tips on Instructional Objectives. Adapted and excerpted from: Mager, R.F. (1984). Preparing instructional objectives. (2nd ed.). Belmont, CA: David S. Lake. (web-page);
- Worksheet: Course schedule ,The University of Iowa, ITS (web-page);
- Course objectives rubric The University of Iowa, CFT (PDF);
- McTighe, J., and Wiggins, G. (2004). Introduction: The logic of backward design. Understanding by Design: Professional Development Workbook. Alexandria, VA: Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (PDF);
- Fink, L. D. (2005). A self-directed guide to designing courses for significant learning. Retrieved March 1, 2015 from Dee Fink & Associates (PDF),
Digital tools and platforms:
MOOCs sites: EdX.org ; Futurelearn.com (The Open University); coursera.org ; Eliademy.com ; lagunita.stanford.edu (Stanford online).