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Instructional Design & Development (IDD): Collaborating for quality learning experiences

At Instructional Design and Development (IDD) we partner with faculty to design and develop high-quality courses and interactive learning experiences that foster student engagement, align with instructional goals, and promote meaningful learning. Our services are grounded in a collaborative evidence-based model—we work closely with faculty through consultations to determine needs, set priorities, and define a realistic scope of work based on goals, timelines, and available resources.

A collaborative, consultative service model

IDD services are not delivered as on-demand or drop-off items, and our support is not unlimited or immediate. Each request begins with a consultation. In that conversation, we work to:

• Understand your course teaching and learning goals, challenges, and opportunities.
• Identify what services would be most impactful.
• Establish a feasible timeline based on the complexity of the work and both your schedule and ours.

Some services are straightforward and can be completed quickly. Others—such as full course design, custom video production, or instructional interactive development—are more complex and can require a significant investment of time and collaboration. These larger projects often take several weeks to a full semester, and in some cases (such as developing a fully online course from scratch), timelines may extend beyond that.

Our goal is to complete most projects within the semester in which they are requested. However, factors such as current demand, staffing, and the academic calendar can affect how quickly work can be completed. We will always communicate realistic timelines and partner with you to move your project forward in a thoughtful, pedagogically-sound way.

Our Core Services

Instructional Design and Evaluation

• Course analysis and design recommendations
• New online course design and development
• Existing online course redesign and redevelopment
• Face-to-face, Canvas-based course design or redesign
• Outcomes-based assignment, assessment, and activity design and development
• OER learning resource design, production, and integration
• µÛÍõ»áËù online quality course and course component review
• Digital accessibility of online instructional content

Course and Media Development

• Customized Online Classroom Template application
• Customized Face-to-Face Classroom Template application
• Interactive learning resource and activity design and production
• Graphic design and production for Canvas courses
• Course video production (up to 4 hours of finished video for a fully online course in Canvas)
• Instructor and course introduction video production

Training and Support

• One-on-one consultation and training about teaching with online technology
• Canvas LMS support for faculty
• Honorlock implementation (exam security software available for fully online courses)
• Lockdown Browser implementation
• Online teaching and technology resources (ID On Demand and Canvas FAQs)

Our Team

Instructional Designers (IDs)

Our IDs are experienced collaborators who work closely with faculty content experts to ensure instructional alignment, learner engagement, and accessibility. They help align objectives with activities and assessments and offer design guidance throughout the course development process. IDs also provide Canvas prototypes and individualized training to support effective instruction.

Course Developers (CDs)

Our CDs are skilled educational media and technology professionals who build course materials and media in Canvas development shells. They specialize in translating design plans into engaging, functional, and accessible online learning experiences, including interactive content and custom graphics.

LMS Support Technicians

Our LMS Support Technicians provide responsive Canvas support to faculty through help tickets, personalized assistance, and custom training. The also produce and maintain 24/7 resources—including documentation and videos—to ensure instructors have the help they need, when they need it.

Have questions or a project in mind?

We welcome your ideas and challenges. Request a consultation by filling out or reach out to us (Instructional.Design@unco.edu) to schedule a consultation, and we'll work together to determine the best way to support your teaching and course goals.