Begin with a QA Self-Review Guide

QA Self-Review Guide

This guide is designed to assist you in conducting a Quality Assurance (QA) self-review of your course, a process integral to maintaining and enhancing the quality of our academic offerings at Dakota State University.

Understanding the Quality Assurance Self-Review 

The QA self-review is a reflective exercise that allows you to scrutinize and evaluate your course before it undergoes a formal quality review. Based on the SDBOR Online Course Quality Assurance Rubric and AAC Guideline 5.8 (Revised 11/2018), this self-assessment is tailored to harness your comprehensive understanding of your course's design and content. It's an opportunity to ensure that your course not only aligns with academic standards but also embodies the principles of effective and engaging online learning.

The Significance of Self-Review in Upholding Course Excellence

Engaging in a self-review is more than a procedural step; it's an essential component of course development. This process allows you to critically analyze your course, identifying areas of strength and opportunities for enhancement. It also provides crucial insights to the course reviewers, facilitating a more efficient and comprehensive evaluation process. By intentionally detailing how each element of your course is integrated, you aid in expediting the review process, ensuring a swift and effective cycle of quality assurance.

Accessing and Completing the Self-Review Form

This form is designed to be intuitive and comprehensive, guiding you through each aspect of your course. As you complete the form, reflect on the various dimensions of your course, including its structure, content, delivery methods, and assessment strategies. This reflective practice is not only beneficial for the quality review process but also serves as a valuable tool for your professional development in the realm of online education. To begin your self-review, please access the form below by clicking on the image.

(Click on the image below to take you to the QA Self-Review Guide)

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We encourage you to embrace this self-review process as an opportunity to showcase the quality and rigor of your courses. Your commitment to excellence in teaching and course design is what makes our academic programs stand out. Thank you for your continued dedication to providing outstanding educational experiences for our students.