Designer's note: We use the term “commentary” rather than “lecture” to emphasize a more personal style and delivery of information. The online commentary should include the professor's comments. Include things such as clarifications, alternate viewpoints, personal insights, and experiences. Students want you to share your expertise above and beyond the readings and other course materials.
Overview or introductory paragraph
Designer's note: Include phrase like “The focus of this lecture is…”
Objectives or Key Points
Designer's note: These points should be closely linked to, or the same as, the subheadings below. This “table of contents” allow students to see the main points included in the document at a glance. This, along with the introductory paragraph provides an introduction to the materials and also facilitates an easier review of material after a first reading.
Narrative content
Narrative content
Narrative content
Summary/concluding paragraph
Designer's note: These subheadings provide markers for topic changes in longer documents. They are used by students as a cognitive cue to a subject change and as skimming markers during review of materials. More levels of subheadings can be used as appropriate for your content.