Although writing effective distractors (wrong answer choices) is often difficult, they can play an important role in getting the measurement information you’re seeking. Effective distractors discriminate between those who have achieved the performance objectives and those who have not.
10 Unusual Sources Of Inspiration for eLearning
We all need inspiration at times. Start browsing here.
What should I put in my eLearning prototype?
Use an eLearning prototype to think through a design idea, show others how something will function or how it will look and feel.
What Do Instructional Designers Do?
Starting a Career in Instructional Design
What do instructional designers do? Design ways to facilitate someone building skills and knowledge in an effective and efficient way.
Rapid eLearning Development
A rapid approach for developing online courses is not the best approach, but if you’re in a rush or have limited budget, this will do.
Writing Performance-based Learning Objectives: Part 3
The learning objectives you write for the audience should differ from the boring four-part learning objectives you write for internal purposes.
Writing Performance-based Learning Objectives: Part 2
What are measurable learning objectives? Statements that let you know whether a participant has reached competency.
Writing Performance-Based Learning Objectives: Part 1
Don’t confuse the learning objectives you write for yourself with the ones you write for the audience. There are really two types. This article covers how to write instructional designer’s learning objectives. The classic three-part kind.
Alternatives to Bloom’s Taxonomy for Workplace Learning
Are you ready to explore different perspectives about learning outcomes and performance objectives? Check out these alternatives to Bloom’s Taxonomy.
Synchronous and Asynchronous Learning Explained
Virtual classroom learning or self-paced instruction?
Do you find the array of online learning options daunting? Here is an easy way to wrap your mind around synchronous and asynchronous learning.
Best Resources For Creating Live Virtual Training Right Now
An increasing number of schools and businesses are moving in-person classes and events online. Are you stuck? Here are resources for coming up to speed quickly for the live virtual classroom.
Emotions and Learning Part III
10 Ways To Design For Emotions
Learn how to generate connections to your audience for online learning or eLearning through emotional design.