Selecting a Course Lead

When selecting a course lead, consider the following:
-Has this person excelled in teaching his or her campus courses and demonstrated a willingness to innovate and try new things?
Does this person possess extensive understanding of the subject matter?
-Will this person work well on a Course Council and collaborate on the online course in a spirit of unity?
Has this person taught the course on campus, and do they understand how the course fits into the program as a whole?
-Is this person in a position to receive the required load reduction during the development semester? (See Online Handbook #.#)
Remember, a new Course Lead does not need:
-A high level of technical expertise using the LMS
-Experience teaching the online course
-Experience designing online courses
Before Extending the assignment

1. Invite the new course lead to prepare for your meeting by sharing resources that convey the vision and of the online program. Below are several you might pick from.
- Video 1, Video 2, Video 3
- Supplementary materials
2. Gather useful documentation
- This might include a breakdown of where the course fits in the program, information from the data portal, the course syllabus, and/or course outcomes.
While Extending the Assignment
The Church Educational System (CES) will seek to provide opportunities for education to the members of the Church wherever the Church is organized. (CITE)
In partnership with the Pathway program, BYU-Idaho offers online courses to thousands of students around the world. As faculty members work with the online program, they are participating in these important efforts.
The next steps will vary, but the new course lead should expect to meet with the Online Planning and Coordination Manager, who will provide further training based on the course’s phase.