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Daemen University is a subscribing member to Quality Matters (QM).  QM relies on and reinforces evidenced-based core principles of continuous improvement. Learn more about our internal review process at QM at Daemen University.


The QM Higher Education Rubric is based on eight General Standards (GS):


General Standard 1: 

Course Overview 

Wondering how to design a coherent and accessible course? This page includes guidance documents, templates, and tutorials to support your work. 

General Standard 2:

 Learner Objectives 

How might we use backwards design to create an aligned course? How might we ensure that our objectives are measurable and meaningful as well? Visit this page to gain support here.

General Standard 3: 

Assessment & Measurement 

The templates, tools, and guidance documents on this page will support your efforts to design and implement high quality assessments.

General Standard 4:

 Instructional Methods 

Which instructional methods are a just-right fit for the learners you serve and the content you teach? Visit this page to access a variety of resources and tutorials. 

General Standard 5:

 Learning Activities & Learner Interaction 

How might we design and engage learners in rich activities and collaborative experiences that deepen their learning? This page provides guidance, tools, and tutorials. 

General Standard 6: 

Course Technology

Which technologies will help you achieve your instructional vision? Visit this page to explore different options and learn how to use a variety of tools. 

General Standard 7: 

Learner Support 

How might we set learners up for success and support them through the challenges they face? This page includes guidance, resources, and tools that will help you help them better. 

General Standard 8:

 Accessibility & Usability

Ensuring that your course is fully accessible can often feel daunting. This page provides guidance, templates, and tutorials that will ease your efforts here.