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Quick reference guides
Canvas Learning Management
The Canvas Learning Management system is a technology used by ASU for course communication. Creating an effective Canvas course shell can save administrative time, provide more insight on student performance, provide clear expectations and requirements for students, and provide timely quality feedback. This QRG includes methods to create and manage impactful Canvas course shells.
Bloom’s Taxonomy
Bloom’s Taxonomy is a fundamental educational framework from which instructors, students, and institutions can benefit by establishing clear and instructive learning objectives as well as developing higher order thinking skills through activities and assessments. When designing and/or revising a course, use this framework to evaluate objectives and activities to ensure an effective learning experience.
Blended and Online Exam Proctoring
There are a variety of digital proctoring tools and methods, from web-conferencing to artificial intelligence proctor tools. This QRG includes key practices for successful implementation as well as recommendations on where and when to inform your students on your proctoring choice.
Backward Design
Backward design is an educational method that begins with defining learning goals and objectives, followed by assessments and designing instructional materials to support the learner’s journey. This QRG overviews how backward design benefits faculty and students with steps for implementation.
Active Learning: Overview and Introduction
Active Learning is a term used to describe instructional methods that increase student involvement and engagement in the learning process. This QRG includes ideas for implementation, common faculty concerns and mistakes, and guidance on how to incorporate active learning in your specific class.
Academic Integrity
Academic Integrity is the practice of being honest in the academic work faculty and students perform at ASU. This QRG includes pedagogical, technology-based, and community building solutions for you to build a strong academic integrity culture.
Active Learning Online
Active Learning is a term used to describe instructional methods that increase student involvement and engagement in the learning process. This QRG includes ideas for implementation and guidance on how to incorporate active learning in your online class.