We Fix Ugly Courses! A Playful Take on Course Design Makeovers with Serious Advice.. Just Like The House Billboards!
The idea is simple: if your house is a mess, there’s someone out there willing to clean it up and make it shine.
Well, guess what? In the world of higher education, we’re that “someone” for your courses.
At Babb Education, we don’t buy ugly houses — but we fix ugly courses. And there are a lot of them!
Just like those billboards, we’re here to say: if your online courses are outdated, clunky, or just plain confusing, we’re ready to roll up our sleeves and help.
Why “Ugly Courses” Matter More Than Ever
An ugly course isn’t just an eyesore.
It’s a real problem — one that can turn away students, lower retention, and damage your institution’s reputation.
Today’s learners expect more. They’re used to intuitive apps, engaging interfaces, and content that speaks to their world. If your course looks like it was built in 2003, they’re already tuning out.
So, What Exactly Do We Do?
We’re not talking about slapping a new banner on a course and calling it a day. We’re talking about real instructional design makeovers that tackle the root issues.
Here’s how we turn an ugly course into a beautiful, engaging experience:
Clean Up the Clutter
Ugly courses often suffer from information overload. Walls of text, tiny fonts, broken links, and random documents stuck in random folders. We declutter your course so students can find what they need in just a few clicks. We use clean, consistent layouts that make it easy for learners to focus on the material, not the mess.
Build Visual Appeal and Flow
First impressions matter. If a course looks like a relic of the early internet, students will assume the content is just as outdated.
We create modern, visually engaging designs that use clear headings and subheadings, incorporate white space to reduce overwhelm, add icons and images to guide the eye, and ensure every page has a clear purpose and flow.
Ensure Relevance and Real-World Connection
An ugly course isn’t just about visuals — it’s about relevance. We help faculty connect course materials to the real world so students see how the learning applies to their goals and careers.
This might include updating examples and case studies, incorporating current events and industry trends, and designing assignments that mimic real-world challenges.
Prioritize Accessibility for All Learners
Accessibility isn’t optional. We ensure that all your course materials meet accessibility standards so every student can fully participate, no matter their needs.
That includes color contrast and text readability, alt text for images and transcripts for videos, and logical navigation that works with screen readers. An accessible course is an inclusive course.
Streamline the LMS Experience
Sometimes the Learning Management System (LMS) itself can feel like an ugly house. We work within your LMS to create consistent, easy-to-follow templates, remove unnecessary tabs and links, label everything clearly and logically, and integrate multimedia in a way that doesn’t slow down the page.
The result is a digital space that feels as polished and welcoming as your best physical classrooms.
Foster Faculty Ownership and Support
We don’t just come in, do a quick fix, and disappear. We work alongside your faculty to make sure the design upgrades reflect their expertise and teaching goals for as long as you want us to.
We offer collaborative design sessions, coaching on how to use new tools and features, and ongoing support to keep courses fresh and evolving. Even the best-designed course needs passionate, engaged instructors behind it.
Bringing It All Together: The Babb Education Touch
Transforming an ugly course into a student-centered masterpiece isn’t a one-size-fits-all job. It’s about understanding your institution’s culture, your faculty’s vision, and your students’ needs.
At Babb Education, we treat every course as a unique project, blending design expertise with a deep understanding of higher education’s challenges. The end result is a course that doesn’t just look better — it works better.
Let’s Fix Those Ugly Courses Together — and Make Learning Shine
We can’t promise to buy your old house. But we can promise to turn your clunky, outdated online courses into powerful learning experiences that students love.
If you’re tired of seeing ugly courses drive students away, let’s talk. Because a well-designed course isn’t just pretty — it’s a tool for student success.
Interested in working with us? Drop us a message and let’s see how we can fix your ugly courses together.
