4. Prepare a chapter or module introduction.
A chapter or module introduction will give students an overview of what to expect in the chapter/module ahead and prepare them to learn. This section should provide a concise overview of the content to be covered.
- Why is it important (what is the rationale for learning it)?
- How will it be taught or presented (methodology)?
In your introductory materials, include engaging learning objectives and/or outcomes. Be sure that every learning objective or outcome will have content aligned to it.
A learning objective refers to what you want students to learn in the chapter. A learning outcome describes what students will be able to do with what they learn.
- What do you want students to learn in the chapter?
- What should they be able to do with what they learn?
- What skills should students be able to demonstrate?
As an example, to write a learning outcome, complete this statement “By the end of this unit you will be able to…”
○ __________________________
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Spark students’ interest and prepare them to engage with the instructional content.
Consider including the following content in your introductory materials as well to provide students with a strong foundation at the beginning of each chapter.
- Video or audio introductions
- Pre-reading quizzes
- Critical thinking questions
- Discussion prompts
- Vignettes or case overviews