My Approach to Measurement & Revision

I possess a deep and nuanced understanding of instructional design, especially in the realm of eLearning. My approach to measuring the success of an eLearning product and my revision process are grounded in both theoretical knowledge and practical application, closely aligning with the AGILE and ADDIE models. Here’s a deeper dive into my thought process and methodologies:

Measuring Success of an eLearning Product

To gauge the effectiveness and success of an eLearning product, I adopt a multifaceted approach that prioritizes learner outcomes, engagement, and satisfaction alongside the achievement of specific learning objectives.
My process includes:

Learner Assessment and Feedback: I implement pre and post-course assessments to measure knowledge acquisition and retention. Learner feedback, collected through surveys, interviews, and direct observations, provides insights into the user experience, helping identify areas for improvement.
Data Analytics: Utilizing learning analytics tools embedded within LMS platforms (like Blackboard, D2L, and Schoology), I analyze course interaction data, completion rates, and engagement metrics to understand how learners are interacting with the content and where they might be facing challenges.
Performance Metrics: For courses tied to specific professional competencies or skills, I measure success by assessing learner performance in practical applications post-completion. This could include project outcomes, workplace performance improvements, or the ability to apply new skills in real-world scenarios.

Revision Process Aligned with AGILE and ADDIE

My revision process for eLearning products is iterative, flexible, and learner-centered, incorporating key elements of both AGILE and ADDIE models:

Analysis (ADDIE): I start with a thorough needs assessment, identifying the target audience, their learning needs, and the gap my eLearning product aims to fill. This phase also includes evaluating existing content for relevance and effectiveness.
Design (ADDIE): Designing the instructional strategy and choosing the appropriate technologies and media for content delivery. This phase is about laying the groundwork for effective and engaging learning experiences.
Development (AGILE): In this phase, I adopt an AGILE approach, developing the eLearning product in small, manageable sections. This allows for rapid prototyping and iterative testing, ensuring that the product remains adaptable to learner feedback and emerging needs.
Implementation (AGILE/ADDIE): Deploying the course to the target audience while continuing to gather data on its effectiveness. This phase may involve pilot testing or a phased rollout to refine the learning experience further.
Evaluation (ADDIE): Finally, I conduct formative and summative evaluations to assess the eLearning product’s impact on learning outcomes. This phase feeds back into the Analysis phase, where the cycle begins anew, ensuring continuous improvement and adaptation to learners’ evolving needs.

This dynamic and reflective approach, rooted in my extensive background in instructional design, enables me to develop eLearning products that are not only effective and engaging but also continuously improving in response to learner feedback and performance data. My work across various roles, from an Instructional Designer at Michigan State University to a Lead Curriculum Coordinator at Central Michigan University, has honed my ability to apply these models in diverse educational settings, ensuring that my eLearning solutions meet the highest standards of instructional excellence.