Instructional course design
Do you want to create a course that people will remember forever? A course that will have students running towards your classroom? ​​You are the master of your content. Let's work on how to share your passion.
We offer a variety of options to help you with your instructional needs.
Option 1
Individual coaching sessions
We identify personalized goals together and provide support. The number of sessions is at the client's discretion but you start getting results as early as the first session.
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FREE 15 min consultation
First, you will initiate contact by booking your free consultation. We will talk about your needs and expectations. I will be looking for general information such as your teaching level, your teaching experience and the level of course design you are looking for.
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Service proposal
Based on the information you provided and your needs, we will establish a plan to get the ball rolling on your course design. Impressive results were observed after only one 1H-session. We will adapt the plan to your needs.
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Some of the perks
You will learn how to organize your first lesson in order to develop a meaningful connection with your students that will embellish throughout your course. First impressions are always the most important!! Other topics covered include:
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Grading methods that provide meaningful feedback
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Organize your evaluations for your students to succeed
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Content delivery techniques that are fun and engaging
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Course organization (syllabus creation)
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Logistics
If you are local, we can meet in person, but we can also work on Zoom to address all of your needs. The time frame can be as short as one 1H session to a 10H program. We are confident you will be able to work independently after that point.
Option 2
Group workshops
Your department or team can choose from a list of topics to create tailored workshops on instructional design. We can facilitate workshops of varied duration 60min to a full day. You can also opt for a workshop series spread out in time.
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FREE 15 min consultation
First, you will initiate contact by booking your free consultation. We will talk about your needs and expectations. You can choose from a list of topics your focus (you can look at topic examples in the self-paced course option below), the duration, and the number of workshops required.
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Service proposal
Based on the information you provided and your needs, we will establish a plan to get the ball rolling on your workshops needs. Impressive results were observed after only one 90 min workshop. We do however recommend a workshop series spread in time because this approach is coherent with best learning practices. We will adapt the plan to your needs.
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Some of the perks
You will benefit from a personalized interactive workshop run by a education expert. The workshop are delivered in a way that showcases some educational best practices. Participants leave with theoretical and practical knowledge to enhance their learners' learning experience and gain confidence in their ability to create a course that is not only pedagogically sound but also accessible and interactive for students.
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Logistics
It is possible for us to host a workshop online although we highly recommend in-person workshops. Please keep in mind however that in-person workshops do require the client to pay for travel expenses.
Option 3
Team workshop + coaching
Your department or team can choose from a list of topics to create tailored workshops on instructional design. We can facilitate workshops of varied duration (60min to a full day). You can also opt for a workshop series spread out in time.
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Your team will then benefit from individual coaching for each member of the team. You can also opt for the option of having me as consultant on your team for an identified period of time.
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FREE 15 min consultation
First, you will initiate contact by booking your free consultation. We will talk about your needs and expectations. You can choose from a list of topics your focus (you can look at topic examples in the self-paced course option below), the duration, and the number of workshops required. Then, you will choose the type of follow-up coaching you require for your team;
-individual coaching for each member of the team.
-team consultant for X number of months.
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Service proposal
Based on the information you provided and your needs, we will establish a plan to get the ball rolling on your course design. Impressive results were observed after only one 1H-session and two follow-up coaching sessions. We will adapt the plan to your needs.
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Some of the perks
You will benefit from a personalized interactive workshop run by a education expert. The workshop are delivered in a way that showcases some educational best practices. Participants leave with theoretical and practical knowledge to enhance their learners' learning experience and gain confidence in their ability to create a course that is not only pedagogically sound but also accessible and interactive for students.
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After participants apply the knowledge they have learned, they will be able to circle back with their newly emerged questions (because we don't know what we don't know) and we will be able to address arising issues together.
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Logistics
It is possible for us to host this service online although we highly recommend in-person workshops and coaching sessions. Please keep in mind however that in-person workshops do require the client to pay for travel expenses.
Option 4
Self-paced learning
You are an expert in your field and you would like to communicate your passion through instructing your peers or students but you have no knowledge on HOW to teach. This course is for you. This course represents the foundations you need to start teaching confidently.
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Course description:
Introduction to instructional design
This online course offers a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of instructional design. Aimed at beginners, it covers essential topics such as learning theories, course development frameworks, and the integration of multimedia tools. Participants will explore how to create engaging and effective learning experiences, develop assessment strategies, and apply best practices in education. Through interactive activities and real-world examples, you'll gain the foundational skills needed to design courses that foster student success and engagement. Join us to embark on your journey in the dynamic field of instructional design!
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Lists of topics covered:
-Establishing the structure of your course
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-Choosing and organizing assessments
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-Understanding formative/summative assessments
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-Learning how to grade — explore the different options, how to give meaningful feedback.
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-Creating a syllabus that will support you and your students
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-Designing effective lesson : how to organize your lesson in coherence with best practices for maximum learning.
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-Understanding different teaching/learning theories: find your style and find concrete strategies to enact it.
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-Promoting long-term knowledge retention : a lot falls on the student but what can you do as a teacher to help — science of learning.
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-Managing time : strategies to help you save time to focus on what matters more — technology tools to help
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-Learning how to create a community of learning : how to embed connection in a meaningful way inside your course
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-Understanding adult learning principles : teaching adults requires a certain level of understanding of their needs to make it relevant to them.
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Some of the perks
Participants leave with theoretical and practical knowledge to enhance their learners' learning experience and gain confidence in their ability to create a course that is not only pedagogically sound but also accessible and interactive for students.
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Logistics
This course is under construction and will be available soon.
Do you need help with online course design?
We can help.
Check out below for a past project.