A lot of work goes into planning and creating a course, regardless of the mode of delivery. As in instructor, there are a wide variety of issues that need to be considered and appropriate techniques need to be selected to complement the material you are presenting in your course. In this area of the guide we will discuss some general things you should consider when teaching any course (whether online, blended, or face-to-face), as well as some techniques you can use to supplement your course materials. 

Teaching considerations include:

• Learning Styles
• Making Expectations Explicit
• Student Contracts
• Expectations of Faculty Performance
• Time/Flexibility
• Learning Outcomes
• Sharing Rubrics

Teaching Techniques include:

• Collaboration and Group Work
• Controlling Materials
• Course Organization