The E-learning Curve at Edublogs

Courseware Content Specification

After yesterday’s discussion of a learning object-based approach, we can begin to develop a specification for on Open Environment e-learning course. At a high level, the specification for such a course could include:

• Content to be based upon previously-agreed curriculum of content
• The content be developed according to a Reusable Learning Object approach
• Short development cycle -– three weeks proposed

Content Format
The content would be delivered in adherence to the following criteria:

• A multimedia mix of audio, video, graphics, on-screen text.
• Content to be stored and delivered on a Learning Management System. Content to be delivered via Flash-based a streaming media solution.
• Content may also be delivered via download.
• A DVD-based modular self-paced learning solution also be made available for learners with bandwidth issues.
• Supplementary learning resources: starter kits, exercises, workshops, “how to’s”, case studies, email links to instructors, Web links to relevant resources associated with the courseware.

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