Educational and Instructional Design

Semester 1 · 84010 · Training Course for Substantial Suitability · 0CP · IT

The course provides the fundamental principles for curriculum design through the theory of Constructive Alignment, a curriculum theory that aims for deep learning in the student. To achieve this, the theory proposes consistency between learning outcomes, teaching and learning activities, and assessment.

Lecturers: Daniele Morselli

Teaching Hours: 8
Lab Hours: 0
Mandatory Attendance: In accordance with the regulation

Course Topics
Surface and deep learning The theory of Constructive Alignment Writing Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO) Formative and summative assessment

Teaching format
Short lessons in seminar format (using digital technology and AI); working in pairs, designing on shared files.

Educational objectives
- Explain the theory of constructive alignment and how it promotes deep learning. - Design simple learning modules based on expected learning outcomes, teaching methodologies, and formative and summative assessment.

Assessment
not provided

Evaluation criteria
not provided

Required readings

Sancassani, S. (2019). Progettare l’innovazione didattica. Pearson.

Supplementary readings

Biggs, J. & Tang, C. (2011). Teaching for quality learning at university. What the student does. (4th edition). McGrow-Hill.

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Sustainable Development Goals
This teaching activity contributes to the achievement of the following Sustainable Development Goals.