Course Overview

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Course Description

This engaging module, part of our LMS Best Practices series, focuses on mastering the art of assignment creation, progress tracking, and effective feedback within Learning Management Systems (LMS). Designed for educators looking to enhance their online teaching skills, this course guides participants through the intricacies of leveraging LMS features to create dynamic assignments, monitor student progress, and provide meaningful feedback in digital learning environments. Through a combination of interactive lessons, practical exercises, and real-world scenarios, participants will learn to design assignments that take full advantage of LMS capabilities, utilize data-driven instructional strategies, and deliver impactful feedback that promotes student growth. Whether you're new to online teaching or seeking to refine your skills, this module will equip you with the tools and knowledge to transform your virtual classroom into a thriving, interactive learning space. Join us to discover how to harness the full potential of your LMS and elevate your online teaching practice.

Course Goals

• I can use best practices to gather assignments, track progress, and provide feedback in an LMS
  • I can evaluate the unique assignment features of an LMS.
  • I can create an assignment within an LMS.
  • I can identify ways to use an LMS to track student progress.
  • I can use best practices for providing feedback to learners within an LMS.

Estimated Time: 2-3 Hours (Quarter Day)

This self-paced course typically requires 2-3 hours to complete, though the actual time may vary based on individual factors.

Course Preview

You can preview the course content through the following link. Keep in mind that you are unable to take any quizzes, turn in any assignments, or earn contact hours/credit/certificates when previewing. Preview link: https://bhssc.instructure.com/courses/409

Access and Credentials

Click on "enroll now" to begin enrolling in the Course listing. After registering, click on “Canvas” at the top of the page to access your course in Canvas.

Free for Members

This course is a TIE Member course. It is free for educators from TIE Member schools with a code. If you do not know your code, please use the link at the top of this page to reach out and request it. 

Bulk Enrollment

Administrators, PLC leaders, and others can enroll their whole team; there's an option for bulk enrollment in the Catalog for registering multiple members. You first need to reserve and purchase multiple enrollments. After that, you can invite individuals to your purchased seats.

Credentials: 2 CECH

After completing this course, you can obtain 2 CECH (continuing education contact hours) for South Dakota. CECH/CEUs are free of charge and can be obtained instantly upon completing all requirements.