Course and Class Design

Choosing Learning Materials

When choosing course materials, it's essential to consider various factors.

Creating Active Learning Environments

Resources that can help create a more learner-centered, active learning environment.

Engaging Students and Fostering Community

Suggestions for connecting with students and building community in your class.

Electronic Course Evaluations

Guidance on using course evaluations to gather student feedback and improve teaching.

Group Work and Team-Based Learning

Resources to help teachers build, support, and assess collaborative student teams.

Teaching Toolkit

The Teaching Toolkit is a professional development program designed to help faculty develop practical, evidence-informed approaches to teaching and course design. The program is intended for faculty who want to strengthen their teaching practice, whether they are developing a new course, revising an existing course, or looking for strategies to increase student learning and engagement.

Learn more about the Teaching Toolkit

Additional Course and Classroom Design resources can be found on the following pages. Click the buttons below to read more about each.

Bobcat 4x4 Classes

Review best practices, MSU workshop recording, scholarly articles, and example syllabi.

Teaching Tips

Explore ways to boost energy mid-semester, wrap up a course at the end of the semester, accelarate learning, and more.

Student Success

Support your students by knowing who to contact through the Student Success and Engagement Directory

Guide to UDL and Accessibility

Montana State University is committed to providing a campus, both physical and digital, that is accessible to everyone. Our accessibility resources can help you achieve that goal.