Here you'll find practical resources on effective teaching practices, strategies for building inclusive and accessible courses, and information about the supports available to you as a faculty member. Whether you’re developing a new course or enhancing an existing one, these resources will help you throughout the design and development process.
Get started by reviewing Getting Ready to Teach – Checklist for effective teaching and course readiness.
Design Resources
Course Orientation
A well-structured orientation equips students with the knowledge and tools they need to succeed in the course. For many, the digital learning environment may be unfamiliar, making it essential to provide clear guidance, resources, and support from the outset.
The purpose of an orientation is to create a welcoming entry point where students are introduced to the key elements of the course. In Luminate courses, the Course Essentials – Start Here orientation module contains core components to help you guide students effectively. These include: instructor information, communication methods with both the instructor and peers, the course outline, objectives and assessments, expectations and timelines, navigation guidance, required technological, academic, and institutional tools, relevant policies, and other resources to support student success.
For detailed instructions on accessing and adding this module to your course shell, visit Using the Course Development Template.
Development Supports
The Instructional Design and Development (IDD) Team supports faculty and program teams with the design, development, and maintenance of web enhanced, fully online, hybrid and hyflex courses and programming. From visually stimulating presentations to interactive activities that encourage active participation, our specialists craft digital materials that transform traditional settings into immersive learning environments.
Email us at IDD@centennialcollege.ca to book an appointment with our team to discover how we can best support.
Visit the Centre for Faculty Development and Teaching Innovation for additional teaching and learning resources.