The National Standards for Quality Online Courses is designed to guarantee students obtain the highest quality of education through learning opportunities that prepares them for a favorable outcome. This tool guides educators using a methodical framework of guidelines that address online and/or blended curriculum, teaching design, authentic evaluation, and content management. The National Standards for Quality Online Courses strives to increase awareness on policy barriers by advocating techniques that support a future focused vision. Aurora institute spreads knowledge on implementing quality standards for communities that receive inadequate and/or inadequate professional development. This resource understands and shares research-based approaches for transformational change throughout the United States.