Getting Started with your Online Course

Learn about the process of designing and developing your online course with the assistance of the SEAS Online Education office.

1. Propose online course idea to your department

  • Ensure departmental support and discuss incentive opportunities

2. Contact the SEAS Office of Online Education to begin discussing your course

  • Mode
  • Delivery
  • Production options

3. Begin thinking about your course design

  • Set course-level goals and objectives
  • Determine key milestones, assessments, recurring learning activities (syllabus)
  • Think about supplemental course materials (i.e., slides)
  • Seek out resources and support (CEI, UB Learns)

4. Contact the SEAS Office of Online Education at any point for assistance

Contact Us

Have questions about online course development? Contact the SEAS Office of Online Education:
SEASonline@buffalo.edu.