Instructor Guidebook: Teaching & Learning at Clarkson University

The guidebook was created by the Teaching & Learning Corner team to help instructors manage their classes most efficiently so that they and their students can be successful. The TLC team is available to partner with you to achieve this goal.

Chapter 1: What is Teaching & Learning

At Clarkson, teaching & learning takes place in Moodle, our learning management system. Whether y...

Course Delivery Modes

Courses are delivered in a variety of modes at Clarkson University including in-person, online (e...

The Course Syllabus

A course syllabus is a contract between you and your students. At minimum, instructors must post ...

Getting Started with Moodle

You can get started in Moodle as soon as you have Clarkson credentials to log in. Two ways to st...

Chapter 2: Preparing Your Course for Students

Whether you are using Moodle to support your in-person class, a completely online course or a syn...

Quality Courses Begin with a Course Map

In essence, a course map* serves as a blueprint for a well-designed and effective course, ensurin...

Course Design and Development Timeline

Faculty and instructional designers are partners in course design and development. The following...

Quality Matters at Clarkson University

Clarkson subscribes to Quality Matters, to ensure consistent quality and continuous improvement i...

Are Your Course Objectives Measurable?

At Clarkson University, you may be given a syllabus with course objectives or you may be allowed ...

Chapter 3: Communication and Student Engagement

Communication is Key

Communicating with your students is important in any learning mode but consistent communication i...

7 Cs of Effective Communication

Practicing effective communication skills is beneficial for you and your students. Keep these tip...

Chapter 4: Effective Online Teaching Practices

10 Effective Practices Checklist

Below is a list of effective practices for online teaching and learning, especially in asynchrono...

Chapter 5: Technology Tools and Support

Clarkson University provides minimum recommendations for distance and online learning. Minimum Te...

EdTech Toolkit: Basic Tech Tools

The Teaching & Learning Corner's Ed Tech Toolkit provides instructions & support for the followin...

Apps AnyWhere

AppsAnywhere Clarkson provides this comprehensive list of software freely available to instructo...

Faculty Toolkit for Moodle

Moodle provides a wide variety of activities* for your classroom needs. Download the Faculty Qui...

Beyond the Basics: Faculty & Student Ed Tech Tools

🎓 Ed Tech Tools Index Welcome to the Faculty Technology Toolkit — your guide to innovative, inst...

Chapter 6: Assessment and Grading

Assessment is more than just assigning grades — it’s how we check for understanding, give student...

About Assessments

Principles of Effective Assessment Transparency: Students perform better when expectations are...

Grading & Giving Feedback

Grading Practices Develop a grading philosophy that matches your course (e.g., traditional per...

Chapter 7: Policies and Procedures

To Support Faculty

Important information commonly referred to by faculty Click the drop down arrow on the left for ...

To Support Students

Important information commonly provided to students by faculty: MyCU MyCU is where students w...

Chapter 8: Frequently Asked Questions

Appendices

Helpful Information

Sample syllabus Communication templates Grading rubrics Calendar of important ...

Resources & Best Practices for Online Teaching at Clarkson University

AI for Teaching & Learning Checklist in Appendix https://www.everylearnereverywhere.org/wp-...

Introductory/Icebreaker Ideas for Online Discussion Forums

Icebreakers for online discussion forums in higher education can foster community and engagement....

Moodle Quick Basics

Use this Moodle Quick Basics Presentation to meet the items on the startup checklist!