Course Development and Instructional Design
At Excel Education Systems, we are proud to implement the Online Learning Consortium (OLC) Quality Scorecard as the foundation for our course development and evaluation. The OLC is a renowned consortium dedicated to promoting high-quality online education across various institutions. The OLC Quality Scorecard provides a comprehensive framework that enables us to assess and continually improve the quality of our online programs, ensuring an exceptional learning experience for our students.
What is the OLC Quality Scorecard?
The OLC Quality Scorecard is a tool designed to evaluate and measure the effectiveness of online programs. It focuses on various areas of quality, offering institutions a clear set of benchmarks to ensure academic excellence. The scorecard contains 75 specific indicators, organized into nine key areas that we use to review our programs:
- Institutional Support
- Technology Support
- Course Development and Instructional Design
- Course Structure
- Teaching and Learning
- Social and Student Engagement
- Faculty Support
- Student Support
- Evaluation and Assessment
Our Commitment to Quality
By adopting this scorecard, Excel Education Systems is committed to providing high-quality online education. We systematically review our programs using these indicators to identify strengths and areas for improvement. Every two years, our administrators conduct a thorough evaluation, scoring each indicator as either Exemplary, Accomplished, Developing, or Deficient. This process not only ensures that our programs meet recognized third-party standards but also guides strategic planning and continuous enhancement of our online offerings.
Why the OLC Quality Scorecard Matters
- Institutional Support: We maintain a robust infrastructure that supports student success and ensures that our online education aligns with our mission and values.
- Technology and Course Design: Our technology systems are designed to provide reliable and accessible course delivery, with ongoing support for students and faculty in adopting new technologies.
- Student Engagement: We prioritize interaction and engagement, creating a student-centered learning environment that promotes collaboration and support.
- Faculty and Student Support: Faculty receive ongoing training to stay updated with best practices in online teaching, and students have access to personalized academic and technical support to ensure success.
At Excel Education Systems, we are dedicated to continually refining our online programs to provide the best possible education to our students. By adhering to the OLC Quality Scorecard, we ensure that our courses are designed with excellence, accessibility, and student success at the forefront.