Why does Albright College participate in OSCQR?
Albright chose to transition to the OSCQR model to better fit the institutional needs. There are opportunities for customization and flexibility based on our specific needs. Unlike the previous rubric we were using, OSCQR does not require costly trainings for designers and reviewers to participate in. The tenets of the rubric are rooted in
research and best practices in the online environment.
Does OSCQR replace student course evaluations or faculty evaluations?
No. OSCQR is not a student evaluation of the faculty member’s delivery of the course. It includes a self evaluation, peer evaluation, and instructional designer review of the design (not the content) of the course.
How do I become familiar with the new rubric?
We have curated a special asynchronous Canvas Course to train course developers in the new rubric. If you are interested in becoming an Albright Certified Course Developer, contact the DLI office. Certifications are on a 3 year renewal cycle, requiring developers to occasionally refresh and ensure that they are at the top of their game.
What are the Albright OSCQR Standards?
The Albright version of the OSCQR standards are split into 6 categories. Remember, we customized the generic OSCQR rubric to reflect the priorities of Albright College, so it may not be the exact same as ones you can find elsewhere.
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Course Overview and Information
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Course Technology and Tools
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Design and Layout
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Content and Activities
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Interaction
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Assessment and Feedback
Within these categories there are various standards that clearly address specific elements of course design.
What are the standards based on?
The standards are based on the principles of instructional design, research literature, and best practices.
Do I have to meet all the standards in order to meet expectations?
No. Courses do not have to be “perfect” in that they meet every single standard. The rubric is meant to be a formative tool, generating feedback for course design improvement. During review standards are marked as “Sufficiently present,” “Minor Revision Needed,” or ” Moderate Revision Needed.” Then there is an opportunity to create an action plan to improve the course.
What happens if a course does not meet expectations?
The OSCQR rubric is designed so that all courses will eventually meet expectations. If a course does not meet expectations upon an initial review, the faculty course developer receives detailed feedback from a peer reviewer and a member of the Instructional Design team. Designers then have an opportunity to revise the course with the help of an Instructional Designer in the Department of Digital Learning and Innovation.
Who is the OSCQR Coordinator and Online Course Design Team at Albright College?
Brian Gall – OSCQR Coordinator and Instructional Designer
Dorothy Hoerr – Instructional Designer
Erin Eberle Quilinquin – Instructional Designer
You will be assigned to one of us to complete all parts of the course design and review process.
Who can I contact if I have questions about OSCQR?
You can contact anyone on the Digital Learning and Innovation team for questions about the Albright rubric. For questions about OSCQR in general, feel free to explore the
OSCQR Website.