Course design refers to the process of developing course materials, assessments, and learning experiences that align with your goals for student learning and produce enduring understanding (Wiggins & McTighe, 1998). An intentionally designed course provides the foundation for making informed teaching choices and for guiding students through the learning process.

In this section, we provide some resources instructors can use to begin the process of course design. If you would like more assistance in designing or redesigning a course, Center for Teaching staff are available to guide you through the process.