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There are many people involved in the Course Development process.

After a course has been approved and the Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) have been hired by the Selection Committee, the development process begins.

Course Development Team

The course development team typically consists of  Subject Matter Experts (SME) , a Developer and a Consultant, and an Instructional Designer (ID).

Course Developer

(approximately 200-250 hours over 6 to 8 months)

  • Participates in brainstorming and planning sessions
  • Develops a detailed framework (or blueprint) for the course which includes relevant learning outcomes, learning activities and assessments.
  • Develops course modules, assignments and exams and revise to address and incorporate feedback from the course development team.

Course Consultant

(approximately 50 hours over 6 to 8 months)

  • Participates in brainstorming and planning sessions
  • Provides feedback on a detailed framework (or blueprint) for the course which includes relevant learning outcomes, learning activities and assessments
  • Reviews and provides feedback on the course modules, assignments and exams

Instructional Designer

(course design expert)

  • Work with academic areas to ensure alignment with TRU planning documents
  • Guide subject matter experts in the development of learning outcomes, course outlines, learning activities, and assessment instruments;
  • Provide constructive feedback on the work of subject matter experts

Open Learning Teams

The Instructional Designer also works with Open Learning teams including:

  • Curriculum Assistants
  • Media
  • Production
  • Intellectual Property
  • Editing
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