Elements and Performance Criteria
- Research and interpret the learning resource requirements
- The brief, focus and type of learning resource is clarified with the client
- The likely target audience/s, their learning needs and the learning environment for the resource are researched
- The characteristics of the learners/end users of the learning resource are identified
- Existing information which may be relevant is gathered, collated and analysed
- Ethical and legal considerations are identified and acted upon
- A development work plan is written and documented
- Design the learning resource and plan the content
- A range of design options is generated using a variety of principles and techniques
- Time is taken to reflect on the designs, identifying the implications of each
- The diversity of learners/end users and their learning styles are researched and embedded into the design specifications
- An outline or prototype for the learning resource is developed and confirmed with the client
- The content specifications of the learning product are analysed and the proposed content is mapped out
- The breadth and depth of the proposed content is determined, in accordance with the design prototype, content specifications and financial constraints
- Relevant personnel are identified to support the development phase, if needed
- Develop the learning resource content
- Content and content specification is developed in accordance with the agreed design
- Modifications are made to the design and/or content, where necessary, to address changes in project parameters
- Mechanisms for reviewing work in progress are established
- Text is clear, concise, grammatically correct and appropriate for the intended audience/s
- Visuals are relevant, instructive and appropriate for the intended audience/s
- The resource is formatted using an appropriate style guide
- Review learning resource prior to implementation
- Content of the resource is checked to ensure the accuracy and relevance of information against content specifications
- Text, format and visual design are checked for clarity and focus
- An external review is conducted using appropriate methods, and feedback is incorporated where relevant
- Final draft is reviewed against the brief and other relevant criteria to ensure it meets all requirements prior to delivery to the client
- Evaluate the design and development process