Example of Clarity/Context in Online Courses

Clarity and Content

Present instructions in sequential order using numbered lists

Met	Not Met
Instructions presented with numbered lists	Instructions presented in paragraphs
Easily shows next step. Useful for pacing or to mitigate interruptions.	Causes continual review of the paragraph to move to next step.

Instructions written in sequential order using numbered lists allow students to see progress through the assignment. It is recommend to start each step with a verb.

Instructions written in paragraph form causes continuous review to see the next step. If used, paragraphs in instructions should be used in the beginning as overview statements.

Last updated: 9/21/2023