Academic Catalog

LINC 82B: DEVELOPING INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

Foothill College Course Outline of Record

Foothill College Course Outline of Record
Heading Value
Effective Term: Fall 2026
Units: 3
Hours: 3 lecture per week (36 total per quarter)
Advisory: Basic skills using standard computer systems and internet-based technologies; some experience with multimedia is advised, but not required.
Degree & Credit Status: Degree-Applicable Credit Course
Foothill GE: Non-GE
Transferable: CSU
Grade Type: Letter Grade (Request for Pass/No Pass)
Repeatability: Not Repeatable

Student Learning Outcomes

  • Develop a variety of computer media instructional resources
  • Understand the application of ISD principles to design of instructional resources

Description

This instructional design and development course builds on the coursework of LINC 82A and focuses on refining the skills needed for making digital media for education or business learning contexts. Students interested in the study of instructional design will rapidly design, develop, and evaluate presentations, infographics, posters, digital resources, multimedia, and websites that are equitable, accessible, and responsive to diverse learner profiles. Special emphasis is given for using collaborative tools to facilitate and manage group projects.

Course Objectives

The student will be able to:

  1. Apply Instructional Systems Design (ISD) principles to design and development of instructional resources
  2. Analyze examples of effective instructional resources used in classroom and training settings
  3. Ensure project alignment between objectives, instructor activity, learner activity, and assessment
  4. Compare print, online, and computer media projects
  5. Identify online instructional resources
  6. Develop a variety of instructional print resources
  7. Develop a variety of computer media instructional resources
  8. Match learner profile with instructional project features
  9. Develop project to align with objectives, activities, and assessment

Course Content

  1. Instructional resource design
    1. Revise existing materials or create new materials
    2. Method of delivery
    3. Best media to match instructional objectives and diverse learner needs (accessibility, language, modality)
  2. Effective instructional resources
    1. Best practices
    2. Examples of print and non-print materials
    3. Online resources
  3. Alignment
    1. Learning objectives
    2. Instructor and learner activities
    3. Assessment
  4. Comparison of print, online, and computer media resources
    1. Best media type for particular objectives and learning environments
  5. Online instructional resources
    1. Online resources already available
    2. Online tools for creation of online resources
  6. Develop print resources
    1. Job aids
    2. Handouts (plain-language, multilingual, accessibility-ready)
    3. Manuals
  7. Develop computer media resources
    1. Multimedia (infographics, posters)
    2. Video (screen casting)
    3. Websites (interactive, information, survey)
  8. Match learner needs with project features
    1. Which collaboration tools to use?
    2. Which websites provide appropriate information?
    3. How do you build collaboration among students?
    4. Which forms of video are most effective?
    5. How might interactive components facilitate learning?
  9. Develop project alignment
    1. Learner needs
    2. Learning objectives
    3. Learning environment

Lab Content

Not applicable.

Special Facilities and/or Equipment

When taught via the internet: Students must have current email accounts and/or ongoing access to internet-capable computers or tablets.

Method(s) of Evaluation

Methods of Evaluation may include but are not limited to the following:

Designing and developing an instructional project that includes collaboration and addresses diverse learner needs and accessibility considerations
Presenting the product or project to peers, capturing feedback, and using it to revise the product or project
Making constructive contributions to class discussions and peer review feedback

Method(s) of Instruction

Methods of Instruction may include but are not limited to the following:

The student will engage with course concepts through multimodal instructional materials offered in accessible formats, supplying multiple means of representation
The student will observe instructor-guided demonstrations and then apply skills using a modality of their choice (e.g., digital, visual, or written), providing multiple means of action and expression
The student will co-construct knowledge by participating in synchronous or asynchronous discussions, peer feedback, and collaborative activities that honor diverse cultural and linguistic assets, ensuring multiple means of engagement

Representative Text(s) and Other Materials

Clark, Ruth C., and Richard E. Mayer. e-Learning and the Science of Instruction: Proven Guidelines for Consumers and Designers of Multimedia Learning. 2023.

Instructor-assigned notes, materials, and resources, including instructional materials, open education resources, multimedia, and websites.

Types and/or Examples of Required Reading, Writing, and Outside of Class Assignments

  1. Writing assignments include a major course project and multiple developmental projects, online discussion response, and critical analysis of peers' educational projects.
  2. Outside assignments include conducting project development, writing the instructional plan, reading, and developing the project through an iterative process.

When taught online these methods may take the form of video, audio, animation, and webpage presentations. Writing assignments are completed online.

Discipline(s)

Instructional Design/Technology