Full Course Development


Structured, collaborative course design with CITL

Co-Creation is CITL’s most comprehensive course design service, supporting departments and instructors in developing new or redesigned courses with long-term quality and sustainability in mind. Through a structured, collaborative process, we help ensure each course aligns with institutional goals and student success standards while honoring the instructor’s unique vision.

Our Co-Creation Process

We provide each course with CITL co-leads including a designer and media specialist to navigate the phases of course development as well as the numerous resources within and beyond CITL.

Phase 1: Plan & Align

  • Map course structure using backward design
  • Define course learning objectives, modality, and timeline
  • Plan assessments, assignments, and grading strategy
  • Identify existing resources and development needs
  • Integrate applicable program, unit/college and university goals

Phase 2: Design & Pilot

  • Create Canvas modules, navigation, and content layout
  • Apply Accessibility and Universal Design for Learning principles to support diverse learners
  • Customize graphic and style templates
  • Produce sample media and interactive components
  • Review and debrief on pilot module

Phase 3: Build & Review

  • Iterate on pilot module experiences
  • Produce course assets like assessments, media/page content, and communication templates
  • Final review using CITL’s internal Quality Assurance rubric
  • Option for peer or program review before launch

Phase 4: Deliver, Wrap-Up & Iterate

  • Support during initial offering
  • Debrief with team including student feedback and course performance data
  • Plan for support of future offerings

What We Provide

  • Dedicated CITL team members to support timeline and deliverables
  • Collaborative course mapping, assessment planning, and UDL integration
  • Full Canvas course design and development
  • Custom media production, illustration and animation
  • Accessibility, copyright and quality assurance support
  • Faculty support during the course’s initial run
  • Student feedback collection and analysis for iterative design
  • Guidance on GenAI use, policy, and integration

Timeline & Commitment

We recommend beginning the process at least two full semesters before the intended launch date. Most Co-Creation projects take 3–6 months to complete, depending on complexity and modality.

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CITL provides a project timeline, checkpoints, and a shared design document to keep everything on track—while allowing for scheduling flexibility around teaching, research, or other commitments.

Ready to Start a New Course?

Let’s build something great—together. We’ll walk you through the full development process and tailor support to your timeline and goals.

Contact the CITL Project Management Team to kick off discussion!