Instructional Design

Good Instructional Design is about creating "instructional experiences which make the acquisition of knowledge and skill more efficient, effective, and appealing."1

Initiate & Analyse	xxx	Often the hardest part is getting started. eLearing Consultants can help bring together ideas, research what has been done before, bring new approaches to your attention and assist with planning. We will assist you in analysing your learners' needs and clarify your goals. x
Design		Designing the learning experience is critical. Jumping straight into the deep-end of development can cost time and needless effort. eLearing Consultants can help you plan the journey to get the resource you want. We’ll ask you the tricky questions to help you design a great learning experience. x
Development		eLearing Consultants take the hard work out of finding the right tools. We bring expert guidence in visual design and tool development. We will coach you in the chosen tools, building your confidence and elearning skills as you develop your resource. x
Implementation		So, you’re ready to implement. The eLearing Consultants can assist with a final review before the big launch. We’ll be in the background providing onging technical support for the LMS. x
Evaluation		What worked? What do your learners think? Are changes needed? eLearing Consultants can provide evaluation checklists or be actively involved in evaluation. Your resouce could end up being a case study to give others inspiration and ideas. x

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1. Merrill, M. D., Drake, L., Lacy, M. J., Pratt, J., & ID2_Research_Group. (1996). Reclaiming instructional design. Educational Technology, 36(5), 5-7. http://mdavidmerrill.com/Papers/Reclaiming.PDF