The APPQMR is Quality Matter's flagship workshop on the QM Rubric and its use in reviewing the design of online and blended courses. The workshop is intended for a broad audience, including but not limited to faculty, instructional designers, administrators, and adjunct instructors. It is particularly helpful to those new to QM or those considering the adoption of a quality assurance process for online and blended learning. In addition to learning about the QM Rubric and the course review process, participants will learn to apply the concept of alignment and draft helpful recommendations for course improvement.

Recommended For

• Those looking to understand the QM Rubric and course review process.

• Those who are developing and teaching online courses.

• Those who wish to complete the QM Higher Ed Peer Reviewer Course.

Learning Objectives

After completing this workshop, participants will be able to:

1. Recognize the foundational concepts of Quality Matters.

2. Identify the critical elements of the QM quality assurance program, including the QM Rubric, materials, processes, and administrative components.

3. Apply the QM Rubric to review online courses.

4. Make decisions on whether the demo course meets selected QM Rubric Standards.

5. Apply the concept of alignment.

6. Draft helpful recommendations for course improvement by citing annotations from the QM Rubric and evidence from the course.

Time Commitment

At least 10 to 12 hours of time per week to spend on achieving the learning objectives. Some participants report spending at least 15 hours per week. 

Workshop Registration Information

Seton Hill’s APPQMR Workshop will be hosted within Canvas on the following dates:

• January 2 - 16, 2024 - Deadline for registration is Friday, December 15, 2023

• May 14 - 28, 2024 – Deadline for registration is Friday, April 26, 2024 

• June 4 - 18, 2024 – Deadline for registration is Friday, May 17, 2024 

To register for your preferred option, complete the Registration Form - APP QMR Workshop available on this page.

Post-Workshop Opportunities

Participants who successfully complete the APPQMR Workshop qualify to join SHU’s newly established Going Online Team. GO Team members will:

• Serve as mentors to SHU online instructors

• Provide feedback regarding online processes, procedures, and initiatives

• Serve as internal Peer Reviewers to review existing online courses for a modest stipend

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about the APPQMR Workshop, please contact Mary Spataro by email at spataro@setonhill.edu or by phone at 724-830-1011.