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Site Description
Overview
The Engaged Scholarship e-learning solution will consist of five modules. The modules will be
standalone (or self-contained) meaning that users can complete any or all of the modules. It is
recommended that users complete all five modules in the sequence provided, but they will be
built so that is not required. The modules will be housed on the UofM web servers and available
on the UofM public web site. They will be available to students, alumni, and the anyone with
Internet access. The goal will be to provide a flexible e-learning solution that seamlessly
integrates with the UofM web site.
Navigation
The content within each module will be presented in a linear fashion. Users will select a module
from the left navigation and then use forward and back buttons towards the bottom of each
page to move through the module. A progress bar will be located towards the bottom of the
page as well to show users where they are and how much they have left to complete within the
module. Breadcrumb navigation will be located towards the top of the page as another
navigation tool and location indicator. The navigation elements will be consistent with the rest
of the UofM web site.
Instructional Structure
Each module will begin with a short introduction video. The introduction video will be an
animated presentation with words, icons, images, and voiceover narration to set the stage for
what users will be learning. The video will also be used to provide brief directions to the user on
how to get started using the module. These videos will help each module standalone, as
mentioned earlier, by providing context for users. The rest of the instruction for each module
will consist of text, images, and self-check assessments. At the end of each module, users will

be able to complete an assessment to receive a certificate of completion which can be printed

and submitted to a faculty member if requested.
Assessments
Within each module there will be two different types of assessments. Throughout the modules,
self-check assessments will be included. These self-check assessments will be built using HTML,
CSS, and Javascript. The questions will be multiple-choice questions or open-ended reflection
questions that users can respond to and get immediate feedback. For the open-ended
reflection questions, users will be presented with a question and then asked to type in their
response. Once they've typed in their response, they will be able to click a button to reveal the
correct response. Because it will be impossible to determine whether or not the user has
entered the correct answer definitively, the student will need to compare what they've entered
with the correct response. These formative assessments will be used to engage the student in
the module and provide them with feedback on how they are progressing.
The second type of assessment will be a summative assessment at the end of each module.
These assessments will be built using Google Forms. The Google Form will be embedded within
the last page of each module. Once users completed the final assessment, they will submit their
responses and receive an email. A PDF file will be attached to the email they receive. This PDF
file will include their responses on the assessment and serve as documentation that they have
completed the module. To create these assessments, we will create the Google Forms using a
generic Google Account that the Engaged Scholarship will have access to so they can access the
data and make revisions as needed in the future.
User Support
To support users throughout the module, a Help page will be accessible from all pages by
clicking a link in the left navigation menu. This Help page will provide information on how to get
started, frequently asked questions, and contact information. The site will be built using
standard web technologies used on the UofM website so we aren't anticipating complex
technical issues.
Site Management & Updates
As mentioned earlier, the modules will be housed on the UofM web servers. To build the site
and modules, we will be using OU Campus which is the content management system supported
and maintained by the U of Memphis IT department. OU Campus is a user-friendly system that
allows anyone at the U of Memphis with proper permissions to update and maintain web
pages. This system will allow members of the Engaged Scholarship Committee to maintain and
update the modules on an as needed basis after the completion of this project.

Interface
The overall design and navigation will adhere to the existing UofM website design and
navigation. Below are details on the specific interface elements.
Home Page
The opening page that users will see to when they visit the primary URL displays the following
information.

Module Home Page (Start Learning)

This page is what will be displayed when users click on Start Learning in the left navigation.

Module Introduction Page

The first page in each module will follow this format.

Navigation
Below is an example of the navigation bar that will appear at the bottom of each page.

Content Screen
Below is an example of one of the content screens within the modules.

Formative Assessment
Self-check, multiple-choice questions and open-ended reflection questions will be embedded
within the modules.

Summative Assessment
At the conclusion of each module, users will complete a summative assessment. These
assessments will be built using Google Forms. Below is an example.

Site Map

Style Sheet
Overview
We will adhere to the University of Memphis Web Guidelines for the online modules. Our goal
will be to provide a seamless user experience between the primary U of Memphis web
properties and our online modules. Below are some specific details.
Colors
The U of Memphis color palette will be used. Below are the specific color specifications.
#004891
#888C8F
#75C2F5
Fonts

Font: Bitter
Size: 24 px
Color: #0D3182
Weight: Bold

Font: Lato
Size: 18 px
Color: #0D3182
Weight: Bold
Body Text
Font: Trebuchet MS
Size: 12 px
Color: #000000
Weight: Normal

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Client/sponsor sign off

_________________________________________________ _________________
Jennifer Barker, Subject Matter Expert




Date
Department of Architecture
University of Memphis Engaged Scholarship Committee

___________________________________________________
Dr. Carmen Weaver, Project Sponsor



The University of Memphis

_________________

Date

04/28/2016

___________________________________________________
Kaylah Holland, Project Manager



Visible Innovation

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Date

References
Lynch, M.M. & Roecker, J. (2007). Project managing e-learning: A handbook for successful
design, delivery and management. New York: Routledge.
Verzuh, E. (2005). The fast forward MBA in project management: Quick topics, speedy
solutions, cutting-edge ideas. Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc.

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