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Principles of E-Learning Instructional Design (2.50 Units)
EDUC X416.18
This course introduces participants to online and Web-based learning including an overview of the current models of e-learning. Students explore current learning theories incorporating principles of online learning such as the traditional ADDIE and more contemporary rapid prototype models. Participants also examine the roles and responsibilities of both online student and instructor. Through group and individual assignments, students design and create online lesson prototypes; write measurable learning objectives that align with assessments; integrate task analyses; and explain how online learning communities promote collaborative learning. The course uses a range of interactive instructional techniques, including synchronous and asynchronous approaches in an effort to provide current or potential online instructors and course designers experience of both instructor and student roles.
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Exploring E-Learning Development Tools (2.50 Units)
EDUC X417
Explore various industry-standard e-learning development tools and expand your knowledge by analyzing their features, usability, interactivity and assessment options, cost, and support against various organizational and learning needs. Tools demonstrated may include Articulate Storyline 360 and Rise 360, Adobe Captivate, TechSmith Camtasia, Trivantis Lectora Online, and others. Through carefully curated readings and videos from industry leaders and influencers, participants in this course will better understand which e-learning development tool is best suited to meet their learning objectives and organizational goals. Participants will explore e-learning development tools from the perspective of the instructional designer/developer and other key e-learning project stakeholders, including the organizational leader requesting e-learning, technology support teams, and the end-user of the e-learning – the learner. Throughout this course, participants will explore and compare the pros and cons of select e-learning development tools and apply their assessment to various real-world business case scenarios. This course allows participants to explore various e-learning tools and does not include training, tutorials, or hands-on instructions on using any specific tool to develop e-learning materials.
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Designing and Developing Interactive E-Learning Courses (2.50 Units)
EDUC X417.1
Interactive e-learning has been considered a must in developing e-learning programs. This course teaches students the different types of interactive designs and provides learners the hands-on experience and the step-by-step process of interactive eLearning implementation. The course will help participants apply different models of interactive e-learning designs, with specific emphasis on the utilization of gamification, badging, credentialing, social learning, community development, and other cutting edge interactive eLearning approaches. This course will also discuss the role of usability and user testing in developing more complex interactive e-learning experiences.
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Project Management for E-Learning Professionals (2.50 Units)
EDUC X417.2
Purposeful planning and project management are key to the success of any training program. In this course, students are introduced to the skills required to successfully manage the development and implementation of online training projects. Students learn various project management concepts and processes that can be applied to projects in a real-world training environment. The class will include techniques for managing stakeholder expectations in the context of organizational dynamics. Students learn the project management skills needed to manage the constraints of time, cost, and scope. The class will cover the human resources processes for organizing and managing the project team.
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E-Learning Evaluation and Assessment (2.50 Units)
EDUC X417.3
Program evaluation is often viewed as the final step in an effective approach to e-learning instructional design since it measures the value of training. This course takes an integrated approach in which evaluation and assessment are an integral part of the process, setting in place the ability to analyze the outcome to determine whether or not the learning objectives and business goals were met. In this course, students explore the models, principles, and practices employed in conducting effective and thorough training evaluations. Students will develop an evaluation plan, write a cognitive exam and performance test, create an evaluation survey, and carry out a return on investment analysis.
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E-Learning Instructional Design Practicum (2.50 Units)
EDUC X417.4
This capstone course gives students the opportunity to exhibit their knowledge, skills and creativity related to e-learning instructional design. Students demonstrate their ability to integrate design principles and skills by applying them to real-world projects. Students will be expected to create an e-learning module from beginning to end: designing, developing, publishing, and uploading to a test LMS. Through development of an actual e-learning lesson, the practicum allows students to experience the practical application of the topics they have learned in the prerequisite courses. Software/Technical Requirements: In the Practicum, you will be required to develop and deliver an actual lesson using an e-learning development tool. Prior to enrolling in the Practicum, students must purchase or otherwise have access to an authoring tool such as Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Lectora, or other comparable authoring tool. Students must also have working knowledge of the tool prior to enrollment in the Practicum. Students should be proficient navigating the software to develop an e-learning lesson using the tool.
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