Designing E-Learning

Chapter 3. Conducting a Needs Analysis: Asking the Right Questions

Designing e-learning programs is complex, even for a first project. Because learners often take them without the benefit of a live instructor, e-learning programs must be significantly clearer than classroom courses to avoid misunderstandings and errors in learning. Learning content can also be tailored to address different applications, individual learning styles, and varying needs. Because technology affects both the development and delivery of learning material, technology requirements must be identified before any design and development can begin. And, because online learning programs typically require larger development budgets than classroom courses, mis-steps in design and ...