SAIL: Spotlight on Appreciation & Innovation in Lamakū
A strategic project of the High-Quality Physical & Digital Resources pillar.
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NOW SEEKING SUGGESTIONS for exemplary samples of implementing Lamakū!
When the SAIL project receives a suggestion, we will send the course instructor a Kudos card to acknowledge their efforts to innovate in Lamakū.
SAIL showcases exemplary design & delivery techniques within Lamakū. Please suggest a course/ instructor to spotlight and help to elevate learning experiences in Lamakū.
Purpose
Purpose
Improve the Lamakū course experience for both instructors and students.
Showcase real-world Leeward CC/ University of Hawaiʻi System examples of practical and effective course tools, design, layout, and delivery.
Provide a library of contextualized course examples aligned with Leeward DE Guidelines/ UH Quality Online Standards.
At-a-Glance
At-a-Glance
The Spotlight on Appreciation & Innovation in Lamakū project aims to feature curated samples that support the instructor's course delivery and student experience with real-world examples of teaching approaches in Lamakū, the University of Hawaiʻi’s online learning management system. Through video interviews, course screencasts, and searchable metadata, the resources will support faculty development, promote consistency in course design, and amplify student voices in instructional innovation.
https://go.hawaii.edu/Uw8
Student Suggestions
Student Suggestions
Students are invited to mention instructors whose Lamakū courses include a student-friendly well designed activity. Complete this form to suggest a course and instructor now.
https://go.hawaii.edu/8qv
Colleague (or self) Suggestions
Colleague (or self) Suggestions
Instructors can suggest a colleague by describing in detail an approach and strategy being implemented and how it exemplifies one or more of the Leeward DE Guidelines/ UH Quality Online Standards. Please complete this form to suggest a colleague.
Why This Matters
Why This Matters
Student Feedback: Students may report frustration with inconsistent course layouts, missed assignments, and lower academic confidence.
Instructor Support: Provide faculty with real, contextualized course examples to illustrate pedagogical approaches in action and inspire the creation of engaging and relevant learning experiences for their students.
Key Benefits
Key Benefits
By curating a collection of "real-world" course examples, the project will:
Accelerate the development of high-quality, consistent courses.
Reduce variability in course navigation and delivery.
Students benefit from clearer, more engaging, and navigable learning environments.
Campus culture is enriched by celebrating innovation and sharing excellence.
Alignment with Strategic Plan
Alignment with Strategic Plan
The Spotlight on Appreciation & Innovation in Lamakū project is a strategy aligned with the campus-supported (campus survey March 2025) impact initiative, Examples of Quality Online Course Experiences. This project directly supports Goals 1 and 2, Tactic 1 of our institutional strategic plan by enhancing online instructor satisfaction and strengthening the teaching and learning environment within the Lamakū LMS.
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