Course Design Intensive

Apply by August 6 

The Course Design Intensive (CDI) will be offered in August 2026 for faculty members who would like to re/design a for-credit course they will be offering in September or later.  

The CDI is an intensive program in which participants work, individually and collaboratively, to design or re-design a course they are (or will be) teaching. Throughout the workshop, participants will acquire a broadened understanding of course design concepts, learn to incorporate EDI practices, and gain skills and tools they can apply to their own course. The focus of the workshop is on having participants work with the major concepts and questions that need to be considered as they design a course. Ultimately, the goal of the CDI is to support instructors as they work to enhance their students’ learning. 

Application Process 

Applications close on August 6, 2026 

During this application process for the CDI, you will be asked about details of your course, your previous course design experience, your teaching experience, and your learning goals for the CDI. The facilitators of the CDI will review your application and contact you by email in about two weeks. 

Format of the CDI 

The CDI is a two-week workshop that combines synchronous and asynchronous learning activities. Before our official launching meeting, you’ll engage in independent reading and reflection through guided activities. We’ll then officially meet in person on August 10 to share insights and consolidate our learning. 

Following this, you’ll continue developing your course independently while participating in collaborative Zoom sessions on August 12 and 14 focused on key aspects of course design. Throughout the two weeks, there will also be opportunities for consultations and check-ins with facilitators. 

The CDI follows a “flipped” model, meaning you’ll complete preparatory work ahead of each session, which we’ll build upon during our synchronous meetings. We’ll reconvene in person on August 24 to refine your course design and prepare for a strong start to the teaching term. 

August 2026 (Hybrid) 

The workshop consists of two in-person sessions and two Zoom sessions. 

• Launch Session: August 10, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Seminar Room 2.22

• Assessment Design: August 12, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Zoom 

• Learning Activity Design: August 14, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Zoom 

• Wrap-up & Launch Forward Session: August 24, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Seminar Room 2.22

For more information, please contact judy.chan@ubc.ca.