What We Do
The School of Professional Studies (SPS) Distance Learning staff collaborate with faculty on all aspects of online and hybrid course design, including:
- assisting in the development of course goals and learning objectives
- designing learning assets — instructional content, readings, simulations, instructional videos, discussion forums, assessments, infographics — that help students achieve the learning outcomes for the course
- ensuring alignment of course resources and assessments with course goals and learning objectives
- recommending technology options and supporting instructors and students with these technologies
- ensuring course assets are accessible to all students
- training faculty who are new to online teaching and learning
- project planning for successful course developments
See the Team Directory to learn more about the members of the Distance Learning team.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Office of Distance Learning at SPS is to collaborate with SPS faculty and industry experts to design academically rigorous and engaging programs for the School’s online students. Distance Learning staff also contribute to digital learning initiatives across Northwestern University.