As the cannabis industry matures, MSU Denver’s budding hospitality professionals find themselves at the meeting point of customer service, regulation, equity, and public health. Cannabis 101 for Hospitality meets this need by introducing learners to the history, science, policy, and business of cannabis, all through the lens of hospitality. Professor Shannon Donnelly, a recognized expert […]
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Thoughtful Design in Action: Redesigning CHE 3200 for Hybrid Success As part of MSU Denver’s CTLD Course Development Cycle, faculty partner with instructional designers to create courses rooted in research-based best practices. This collaborative process supports instructors in aligning course objectives with effective teaching strategies, learner engagement techniques, and intentional use of technology. In Spring […]
The Center for Teaching, Learning, and Design (CTLD) at MSU Denver partners with faculty and staff to create focused, effective learning experiences tailored to the needs of the university community. By combining instructional design expertise with practical tools and collaborative support, CTLD delivers training resources that make a measurable impact. The Principal Investigator Certification program […]
In the CTLD Course Development Cycle, MSU Denver instructors work with the instructional design team to improve their existing or new courses. Instructors identify course objectives, develop learning activities, create user-friendly courses, record high-quality multimedia content, and more. As part of the Fall 2024 development cycle, English instructor Dr. Elizabeth Kleinfeld worked with the CTLD […]
MSU Denver educators are revolutionizing the way students engage with material, using multimedia techniques to create immersive, interactive, and impactful learning experiences. Three standout courses from the Fall 2024 semester showcase how innovative design and technology can transform education. Educators collaborate with the CTLD media team to combine cutting-edge multimedia techniques with proven learning principles. […]
As part of the Fall 2024 CTLD Course Development Cycle, Professor Shannon Donnelly partnered with the CTLD instructional design team to create RST 2420: Cannabis in the Kitchen, a groundbreaking 16-week, online asynchronous course. Professor Donnelly, a recognized expert in the cannabis industry, brings her rich background in consulting for edibles companies, licensing, and policy […]
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Below is an archive of all of our Course Showcases. They are ordered by date of publication.
Have you ever wondered how quick, expert support can transform a moment of frustration into a productive learning opportunity? The Instructional Design Support (IDS) team at the Center for Teaching, Learning, and Design (CTLD) recognizes these pivotal moments. We work closely with faculty to enhance online and hybrid teaching environments. The IDS team’s mission is […]
Discover how innovative course design is transforming online learning at MSU Denver with the revamped CIS 4550. Developing an engaging and effective online course requires thoughtful planning, creativity, and a deep understanding of both content and andragogy. Faculty members who participate in the development cycle invest their time and expertise to ensure their courses meet […]
By Michael Rupert, Alexandra Grima, Will Austin, Sarah Creasy, Nate Easley III, Jenni Bruhn, Tanner Wilde, Nick Hoffman, Todd Wolfe, and Alex McDaniel As part of the Spring 2024 CTLD Course Development Cycle, María Akrabova, Wendy Gallagher, María Rey-López, and José García-Paine collaborated with the CTLD instructional design team to create two innovative Spanish language […]