Using program-level rubrics to strengthen student learning
Align rubrics across courses to improve grading consistency and help students build skills progressively. Read More
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Integrating Risepoint Design Tenets and QM standards into your course
Designing effective online courses requires more than just content expertise, it calls for intentional strategies that foster engagement, relevance, accessibility, and real-world relevance in learning environments where students thrive. Risepoint transformed its approach to instructional design through careful research, collaborative feedback, and a deep understanding of what drives student success. Through these insights, we defined what we… Read More
Intentional connections design tenet
Examine how the Intentional Connections Risepoint design tenet fosters meaningful interaction, feedback, and community to support student engagement and belonging. Read More
Standards-based design tenet
Understand how the Standards-Based Design Risepoint design tenet uses clear structure, accessibility, and alignment with quality standards to support student success. Read More
Active learning strategies design tenet
Discover how the Active Learning Strategies Risepoint design tenet promotes engagement through collaboration, problem-solving, reflection, and interactive learning experiences. Read More
Workforce relevance design tenet
Learn how the Workforce Relevance Risepoint design tenet connects course content to real-world skills, industry practices, and authentic applications that support career readiness. Read More
Programmatic alignment design tenet
Explore the Programmatic Alignment Risepoint design tenet and how aligning course objectives, assessments, and learning activities with broader program outcomes creates a more coherent student experience. Read More
Welcome to the Faculty Center
Announcing the launch of the Faculty Center! Your new home for practical teaching support, expert-led learning, and timely insights. Read More
2026 Voice of the Online Learner
To read more about the results of the 2026 survey and learn about the opportunities for universities that design programs with online learners in mind, download the full report. Read More
April 2026 Newsletter
Missed April's Faculty Center newsletter? View the highlights, key updates, resources, and opportunities you may have missed. Read More
