MEDT 7472 Online course review instrument

Adapted from University of West Georgia 5-Star Online Course Review and National Standards for Quality Online
Course : Pre-K Science
Grade Level: Pre-K
Teacher(s) of Course: Tiffany McCrary
Date of Review:
Reviewer: E.Lynch

7/23/2016

Rating Scale
0 Absent - component is missing
1 Unsatisfactory - needs significant improvement
2 Somewhat satisfactory - needs targeted improvements
3 Satisfactory - discretionary improvement needed
4 Very Satisfactory - no improvement needed
Standard A: Introduction and Information

A1

A2
A3

A4

The goals and objectives clearly state what the participants will know or be able to do at the
end of the course. The goals and objectives are measurable in multiple ways, and are aligned
to National/State standards
The course content and assignments are of sufficient rigor, depth and breadth to teach the
standards being addressed.
Students are encouraged to introduce themselves to the class
The course syllabus is easily located, and provides complete and clear information pertaining
to ALL of the following: course objectives, grading, instructor contact information, required
materials, the nature of distance learning, and honesty policies ensuring the integrity of student
work.

A5

Course requirements are consistent with course goals, are representative of the scope of the
course and are clearly stated.

A6

Information is provided to students, parents and mentors on how to communicate with the
online instructor and course provider.

A7

A8

A9

A10

Minimum technology requirements and prerequisite technology skills are clearly stated.
Expectations for academic integrity, use of copyrighted materials, plagiarism and netiquette
(Internet etiquette) regarding lesson activities, discussions, and e-mail communications are
clearly stated.
The instructor provides a biography/photograph, a welcome message, and an appropriate selfintroduction which presents the instructor as approachable and engaged.

Privacy policies are clearly stated.

Content Notes

Standard B: Instructional Design

Course design reflects a clear understanding of all students needs and incorporates varied
B1
ways to learn and master the curriculum.

B2

B3

The course is organized by units and lessons that fall into a logical sequence. Each unit and
lesson includes an overview describing objectives, activities, assignments, assessments, and
resources to provide multiple learning opportunities for students to master the content.

The course instruction includes activities that engage students in active learning.

B4

The course and course instructor provide students with multiple learning paths, based on
student needs that engage students in a variety of ways.

B5

The course provides opportunities for students to engage in higher-order thinking, critical
reasoning activities and thinking in increasingly complex ways.

B6

Readability levels, written language assignments and mathematical requirements are

appropriate for the course content and grade-level expectations.

B7

B8

B9

B10

B11

The course design provides opportunities for appropriate instructor-student interaction,

including opportunities for timely and frequent feedback about student progress.

The course design includes explicit communication/activities (both before and during the first
week of the course) that confirms whether students are engaged and are progressing through
the course. The instructor will follow program guidelines to address non-responsive students.

The course provides opportunities for appropriate instructor-student and student-student

interaction to foster mastery and application of the material.

Each activity and assignment is well-written, providing students with a clear understanding of
what is expected and how they should submit their work.

Students have access to resources that enrich the course content.

Instructional Design Notes

well thought out. Had lots of different ideas and engaging activities.

well thought out. Had lots of different ideas and engaging activities.

Standard C: Student Assessment

Student evaluation strategies are consistent with course goals and objectives, are
representative of the scope of the course and are clearly stated.
C1

C2

The course structure includes adequate and appropriate methods and procedures to assess
students mastery of content.

C3

Ongoing, varied, and frequent assessments are conducted throughout the course to inform
instruction.

C4

Assessment strategies and tools make the student continuously aware of his / her progress in
class and mastery of the content.

C5

Assessment materials provide the instructor with the flexibility to assess students in a variety of
ways.

C6

The grading policy and practices are clear and easy to understand.

Student Assessment Notes

Was all stated very clearly in the syllabus.

Standard D: Technology
Clear and consistent navigation is present throughout the course.
D1
D2
D3

The course is complete (does not have any section under construction).
All external links are functional

D4

Supplementary resources and links are available to students and are labeled as required or
optional.

D5

Rich media are provided in multiple formats for ease of use and access in order to address
diverse student needs.

D6

The course uses content-specific tools and software appropriately.

Technology Notes
Seemed to work well. Overall lots of creative assignments and ideas

Assignment requirements (to be filled by Professor only) NOT APPLICABLE TO PROJECT 1 ANALYSIS
OF ONLINE COURSE
A syllabus that tells the students the objectives of the lesson and provides detailed and clear
instructions on how to complete the weeks activities and explains how the learners will be
evaluated. It also must include instructors contact information and office hours
The course is complete
At least two well-thought-out discussion topics pertaining to the lesson
Some type of pedagogically-sound project the student must complete pertaining to the lesson.
Some form of advanced technology on display. This might include a narrated PowerPoint
lecture, podcast, video or movie cast, interactive tutorial, etc.

Some form of assessment (quiz, rubric, checklist, etc).

The integration of the interactive tool (blog, wiki or digital storytelling) you chose in the Tools
for online engagement and communication discussion, with instructions on how to access and
the activities your students will develop.

Total points
Overall feedback

Quality Online

Score

Comments

4
Had a syllabus with all necessary information
4
4

Seemed like it was geared towards Pre-K children

Introduction Disscusion

4
Very Easy to find
4
4
4

Had disscusions
had a discussion
yes in syllabus

Comments

Score
4

3
Organized but difficult to find sometimes.
4

Had several interesting assignments

4
Many different formats
3
Did have discussion
4

4
Did have discussion
4
all assignments were well done
4

Seemed to have extra information

Comments

Score
4
Syllabus
4
4
4
4
4

Comments

Score
4
4
4
4
4
4

Was all there

Comments

Score

4
Completed
4
4
4

Completed
Completed
Completed

4
Completed
4

Completed

4
Completed
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feedback