Consult other web-based nursing courses. Rather than reinventing the proverbial web-based course, take a look at what is available and use the information to help you develop ideas for your course.
Outline the modules for your web-based nursing course. Jot down notes as you figure out the components you want to include. Also identify which online materials, books and resources you are going to use for each section.
Identify learning objectives. List exactly what it is you want the students to learn and what demonstrable skills they will have acquired at the end of the web-based course.
Design and develop appropriate content for each module. Look at the modules as building blocks. Work back and forth between them, shifting material as needed and tweaking to ensure that your web-based course has a logical flow.
Build in nursing educator support. Let the students know when and where you will be available. If it is a national program, they can contact you by email. Office hours might be appropriate for an in-hospital course.
Determine how you will evaluate each module. At the end of each section, have students give you an indication that they understand the content. Use a variety of assessment tools such as tests, exams, essays and Powerpoint presentations.
Construct the web pages and set up appropriate links. If you don't have the IT skills, have someone who does do it for you. Ask the human resources department whom to contact for technical support.
Have a colleague with good editorial and computer skills review your web-based course. Ask your editor to check the material against your stated objectives for the course. Incorporate appropriate changes. Upload your web-based nursing program