This week I focused a lot on the development of the material. Since the business decided they wanted an e-learning, I focused on how the course will be presented in this format. It is a lot of information. I worked with the SMEs to gather and organize all of the content. The business signed off on my recommended course flow from last week. I spent several hours gathering content from standard operating procedures and work instructions. I reviewed the content with the SMEs to determine what content will go in each section. I built an initial storyboard using Power Point, which is viewable on my project management site. I've started to build the modules out in Storyline 360. My plan is to build it in four (4) scenes with multiple levels of interactivity to keep the course interesting. There will be graded knowledge checks or exercises after each module. The learner will be required to score 80% before they can move to the next module. Since the content builds, the user must understand on concept before moving to the next. I also like using characters and adding some personalization in my e-learning courses. My goal for the upcoming week is to complete the first two modules for review and sign off. I will share the course progress in the next journal entry.
Tip:
Make sure you utilize storyboards to build e-learning courses. This can help you map out the flow of the course. You can see issues with functionality and the flow of the script. It also helps you to maintain cohesiveness with your SMEs
Here’s how to do it:
12 Tips To Create Effective eLearning Storyboards
Select a storyboard template
Have a clear idea of your goals and objectives beforehand
Know your target audience
Figure out when and how you will assess your learning audience
Write content for each of your eLearning objectives
Organize your material by creating your content sequence
Decide upon the multimedia elements
Be as detailed as possible when storyboarding interactions
Add your script
Prevent cognitive overload
Map out the eLearning course navigation
Include transitions between each lesson.
(Pappas, 2015)
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