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Northwood Technical College Instructors Earn Top Honors for Excellence in Online Course Design
August 12, 2024
Northwood Technical College is thrilled to announce that two of its esteemed instructors, Michaela Hudson and Laurie Simon, have been awarded the prestigious Exemplary Course Program (ECP) Award for their exceptional work in Blackboard Ultra, the college’s innovative online learning platform powered by Anthology. These instructors' courses are celebrated for their excellence in integrating technology with education, enhancing the student learning experience, and setting a new standard in online course delivery.
Michaela Hudson, architectural commercial design instructor, and Laurie Simon, administrative coordinator instructor, received this recognition for their cutting-edge course designs that excelled in four critical areas:
- Course Design: Both courses feature a well-constructed framework that clearly outlines learning objectives and employs effective instructional strategies.
- Interaction and Collaboration: They offer exceptional levels of student engagement with numerous opportunities for collaboration and interaction.
- Assessment: Robust evaluation mechanisms aligned with learning outcomes provide meaningful assessments of student achievement.
- Learner Support: Comprehensive support resources are available to students, ensuring a supportive learning environment within and outside the course structure.
“Leadership comes from many places at our college, and this award demonstrates leadership through the development of high-quality courses that are focused on student success. Congratulations to Laurie and Michaela on achieving this recognition,” said John Will, president of Northwood Tech.
"Students have high expectations, and the winners of the Exemplary Course Program have truly exemplified the pinnacle of course development," said Bruce Dahlgren, Chief Executive Officer at Anthology. "Anthology is delighted to honor such outstanding talent in the 2024 Exemplary Course Program. Congratulations to all this year's winners for their unwavering commitment to providing a personalized, modern learning experience and empowering student success."
The Exemplary Course Program, established nearly two decades ago, continues to honor outstanding educators and instructional designers globally. Both Hudson and Simon will be highlighted within the Anthology Community, a platform that connects educators worldwide to share insights and inspire growth.
"Laurie and Michaela have been faculty leaders in the College’s transition to a new Learning Management System. Their courses serve as models of Teaching & Learning excellence. This exemplary course award recognizes their efforts to ensure all Northwood Tech courses meet the College standards," added Aliesha Crowe, vice president of academic affairs at Northwood Tech.
This honor not only highlights the expertise of Hudson and Simon but reinforces Northwood Tech’s unwavering commitment to its Students First mission. By putting students at the center of everything we do, the college continues to provide a modern, supportive, and enriching educational experience for all. As we lead in technology-enhanced learning, we celebrate the contributions of these talented educators, whose dedication ensures the success of our students and the future of education at Northwood Tech.
