Each Park University online Course Home page has a similar look and feel that include specific content.
Each course has the following consistent links to course information in the To Begin This Course section:
- Course Overview
- Assignments and Grading
- Textbooks and Materials
- Schedule
- Introductions discussion
- Instructor’s Office
Additional links in this section guide students to important information related to the specific course. The example below is for at computer science course.
The design philosophy is to present information in a consistent manner so when students enter an online course for the first time, they see a familiar environment. Theoretically, they should know that the Course Home page, will include where to locate specific information.
Another design concept is to have a specific page for each type of information. The Course Home page consists of an introduction to the course and links to important information to help student get started in the course. In the examples below, you will see a consistent look and feel for courses in several different disciplines.
Go to: Course Information Module
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