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Before creating content stop and plan your course objectives. They will ensure you create a coherent course that is easy for the learner to follow and they will keep you focused during content creation.
What is the purpose of the course?
- Define the end goal – “At the end of the course learners will be able to…”
What is the purpose of each module?
- “At the end of module 1 learners will be able to…”
Are your learning objectives measurable?
- Create quizzes and assessments that when completed show the learner is on track for each modules learning objective.
- What percentage or level should a learner achieve to have successfully achieved the learning objective and completed the module/course?
Are your objectives interesting?
- You will most likely add your course objectives to your course description – do they sound convincing and interesting enough to entice someone to sign up?
- Are they meaningful and motivating for the learner?
And lastly…
Are learners made aware of how each element of the course relates to their achievement of a course objective?
Next Steps…
Now you can go ahead and create your course. Make sure you look at your course objectives regularly – all your material, assignments, activities and assessments should align with the course objectives.