The document discusses whether using a course design rubric like Quality Matters is sufficient to ensure quality in online learning. While Quality Matters evaluates course design quality, it is argued that course design is just one aspect and quality depends on other factors like teaching, learning outcomes, and assessment. The document presents scenarios where course design meets Quality Matters standards but teaching and learning outcomes vary, demonstrating that course design alone does not guarantee overall quality.

1. E-Learning Myth-busters The Question about Quality

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