CLOUDFIRST
LEARNING DESIGN
TOOLKIT
Welcome to the CloudFirst CoDesign Project Toolkit. This site provides additional information on CloudFirst learning design, design templates and examples of multimedia learning assets available for developing CloudFirst units.
These resources complement the CloudFirst 101 CloudDeakin site
What is CloudFirst?
Find out how CloudFirst is defined at Deakin.
Unit Requirements
CloudFirst learning design requirements that guide unit design.
Q&A
Frequently asked questions about the CloudFirst CoDesign Project.
Unit Design Template
Capturing the components of constructive alignment (learning outcomes, assessments, tasks), big questions & key concepts.
Activity Sequence Template
Capturing learning narratives, sequencing & scaffolding of learning activity types.
Content Development Template
Capturing topic/concept content, student learning activities & multimedia learning assets.
Video and Audio
Video and Audio are essential design assets for building authentic and personalised learning experiences. This is particularly important for cloud students, who may not have the opportunity to engage with their teacher in person.
Text
Text is structured for online reading to introduce and concisely explain key concepts. It is used to create a narrative and teacher presence that guides the student in their learning.
Image
Images are used to complement, supplement or replace text. Images or photographs can create tone and improve the visual design of an interface.
Interactive
Multimedia tools which provide opportunities for students to interact with content, peers and their teacher.