Background Situated among the Rocky Mountains, faculty at the University of Wyoming (UW) are familiar with rugged terrain. But when the COVID-19 pandemic forced in-person courses to move online, many instructors felt they had entered uncharted territory. Navigating this transition required a guide who is highly experienced in evaluating, designing, and teaching online courses. That's what UW […]
The COVID-19 pandemic marked a turning point for higher ed, and universities felt it right away. After all, they had to complete an enormous task quickly — moving their courses online overnight. This experience pulled back the curtain on how complex well-designed online courses can be. It also motivated many universities to seek outside help […]
