Online material should be attractive. This is different than simply clear text and well organized material. It should be graphically appealing. Researchers at the University of British Columbia rated 127 online courses according to 43 criteria. They found that how a course looks can be just as important as the lessons themselves.
The course should be as dynamic as possible (as opposed to strictly linear, or lock step).
Material should be presented in such a way that it is compatible with a number of learning styles.
An advantage of online instruction is its flexibility.
Keep it interesting.
Special attention should be given to testing design and procedures.
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