Overview
Quality Matters (QM) is a nationally recognized quality assurance program focused on improving the design of online and hybrid courses.
Cedar Crest College subscribes to Quality Matters, providing faculty with access to resources and standards that support effective course development and continuous improvement.
The Quality Matters framework emphasizes clear learning objectives, alignment between course activities and assessments, accessibility, student engagement, and effective instructional design.
Quality Matters Higher Education Rubric
The Quality Matters Higher Education Rubric provides research-based standards for evaluating and improving online course design.
The rubric addresses eight general standards:
- Course Overview and Introduction
- Learning Objectives (Competencies)
- Assessment and Measurement
- Instructional Materials
- Learning Activities and Learner Interaction
- Course Technology
- Learner Support
- Accessibility and Usability
Faculty are encouraged to review these standards when developing new courses or updating existing Canvas courses.
For additional information, visit the Quality Matters Higher Education Rubric.
Instructional Design Support
Cedar Crest College's Instructional Design services can assist faculty with applying Quality Matters principles to their courses, including course organization, accessibility, assessment alignment, and student engagement.
For more information, see Instructional Design & Academic Technology Support.
To request assistance, submit an IT Support Request.