In developing the liquid syllabus for my Human Resource Management class, my aim is to provide both prospective and current students with an engaging and informative first impression. This digital syllabus serves as a dynamic, responsive website where students can not only learn about my teaching philosophy and the course structure but also get a sense of my commitment to their learning journey. 

It includes a detailed Week 1 success kit and our course pact, outlining what students should know and expect before logging into their online course. 

I plan to make this liquid syllabus accessible even before students register for the course. This approach is designed to ensure that students begin their Human Resource Management course with a clear understanding of what to anticipate, thereby setting the stage for a good learning experience.

A Canvas Course Card acts as a digital 'front door' to a course, serving a crucial role in setting students' expectations and drawing their interest. For my Human Resource Management course, the course card is particularly important in breaking the stereotype that HR is merely about policies and procedures. Instead, I want to emphasize that it's about talent development, a dynamic and integral aspect of any organization. The image on the course card illustrates this by showing people in engaging, collaborative settings.

My course homepage is designed to be both welcoming and informative, serving as a key starting point for the class. It features a course banner and a warm, inviting welcome message right at the top. Similarly, my photo is displayed alongside my contact details, adding a personal touch and humanizing the learning experience.

The homepage also includes a course tour video. This video provides a quick guide to the course layout and resources, helping students focus on learning without worrying about where to find things. Overall, my goal was to design a homepage that is both easy to navigate and emotionally welcoming, setting the tone for a supportive and engaging learning experience.

The "Getting to Know You Survey" for my students at the beginning of the Human Resource Management course is designed to establish a foundation of trust. This survey is an important tool for me to gain insights into the backgrounds, aspirations, and potential challenges faced by each student.

One of the key questions in this survey is, “What is the one thing that is most likely to interfere with your success in this class?” This question helps me uncover any external or internal factors that might impact a student’s success in the class. It's not just about academic performance; this survey is a statement of my commitment to seeing each student as a whole person, with unique experiences and learning habits.

 The Wisdom Wall in our course is a dynamic space that benefits everyone involved. It's where current students share their study strategies and reflections, helping them figure out what works best for them. This self-reflection is key to their long-term success and also lets them learn from each other's experiences.

For new students, the Wisdom Wall is like a treasure trove of tips and motivation. It shows them that it's normal to face challenges and that they can succeed too.

As the instructor, I find the Wisdom Wall incredibly useful. It gives me a peek into how students are doing and what they’re learning, which helps me keep improving the course.

For a chapter in my Human Resource Management course, titled "Sustainable Competitive Advantage through Effective People Management," I have created a bumper video as an engaging entry point for students. This brief, 1-3 minute video, made using Adobe Express, introduces students to the core concept of the course: how effective people management contributes to creating a sustainable competitive advantage in the business world. By replacing a previously text-heavy introduction with this vibrant, concise video, I aim to cater to different learning preferences in line with best Universal Design for Learning (UDL) practices. This approach not only makes the content more accessible but also sets the tone for the course, emphasizing the importance of human elements in HR management.

In this Human Resource Management microlecture, students will not only be equipped to identify and articulate the key components of emotional intelligence—self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills—but will also be able to explain the significance of emotional intelligence in leadership and management roles.

This format allows students to focus on these crucial concepts without the potential overwhelm of a longer lecture. By adopting a short, engaging video format, this microlecture also serves as a resource that students can easily revisit for revision or clarification throughout the course.

My goal is to equip students not only with the knowledge of what emotional intelligence entails but also its practical application in real-world HR scenarios. This microlecture will help them understand why emotional intelligence is essential for successful HR management.