Conducting needs assessments and evaluations

Needs assessments and evaluations are the cornerstones of any project. Regardless of the method used for delivery and how it's going to be designed and developed, a project should always begin with a thorough understanding of the situation at hand. The information gathered for the needs assessment helps the designer properly formulate a plan of attack to address the performance gap. Throughout the life cycle of the project, evaluations are critical and used as a gauge for whether or not the lesson(s) designed are serving their intended purpose. The feedback received from evaluations allows for proper re-design and execution prior to a product launch.

Designing learning environments

Designing learning environments either for direct instruction or online programs requires careful consideration of how to best sequence and select activities and tools to enhance the learner's experience. A well designed learning environment will aid in learner's retention of information as well as provide a positive experience.

Developing learning systems/components of applications

Developing learning systems revolves around the ability to use technology as a delivery method for content. Technology though powerful, can also be overwhelming for the end user when not created properly. This section focuses not only on the end result but how learning systems are systematically developed with usability front of mind.

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