Discussions - The PLAID Criteria

PLAID (Peer-Led Analysis of Instructional Design) provides guidelines for strong Canvas courses. This module will address the following PLAID criteria: 

Communication and Interaction

• The tone and atmosphere of discussions are conducive to learning.
• Instructor uses multiple methods to communicate with students, for example video, audio, other communication tools.
• Course includes regular opportunities for interaction and communication between students and instructor.
• Course includes regular opportunities for interaction and communication among students.
• All students receive regular, timely feedback about their performance.
• Feedback provided is substantive: specific, measurable, attainable, results-oriented, and time-bound.
• Course includes formative assessments periodically throughout the quarter.
• Learning outcomes and course activities are aligned.
• Individual assignment rubrics/grading criteria articulate instructor's expectations.
• Course assignments and quizzes include instructions and requirements for submitting materials.
• Course includes formative assessments periodically throughout the quarter.

For more information on the PLAID Rubric, and how it works, see the PLAID page on the Instructional Design website.