In online courses, the importance of instructional system design is undeniable. From this module, I learned that there are specific instructional design stages—determined by the selection of an appropriate design and development methodology—that dictate the success of online learning program. The use of media strategies is another crucial element that fosters student engagement with the course content. The final stage is student assessment; this process can be carried out through peer assessment or by instructors using detailed rubrics that outline how students will be evaluated.