Course and Lesson Planning

What is Course and Lesson Planning?

Course and lesson design involves planning and structuring both courses and individual lessons to facilitate effective learning. Course design typically involves aligning learning outcomes with assessment strategies, instructional strategies and course content to create a cohesive and purposeful learning experience. Once an overall course structure is in place, detailed lesson plans identify lesson-specific learning goals, activities, and assessment strategies, while breaking down the content into manageable chunks.

Why It Matters

Well-structured courses and thoughtfully planned lessons are essential for several reasons. They help ensure that:

• Learners achieve the intended learning goals
• Learners remain motivated and actively engaged
• Learners remain motivated and actively engaged

In-depth Resources

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