THE ELEARNING DESIGNER'S ACADEMY
The eLearning Designer's Handbook
A practical guide to the eLearning development process for new eLearning designers.
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With The eLearning Designer’s Handbook, Tim Slade will show you that the eLearning development process doesn’t have to be as complicated as it might seem. If you’re new to eLearning, Tim will walk you through the complete eLearning design and development process, providing you practical tips and advice, based on his own experience working as an eLearning designer for over a decade.
What’s New in the Second Edition?
The second edition of The eLearning Designer’s Handbook has been rewritten and redesigned from the ground up. You’ll get tips, more examples, and more of what made the first edition such a popular resource for eLearning designers of all skill levels.
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CHAPTER ONE
Why Most eLearning Fails
In this chapter, you’ll explore many of the common reasons why most eLearning fails (and sucks).


CHAPTER TWO
What is eLearning?
In this chapter, you’ll explore a new, broader definition of eLearning and how it fits into the learning ecosystem.
CHAPTER THREE
How People Learn
In this chapter, you’ll explore how people learn, specifically adult learning theory and the principles of instruction.


CHAPTER FOUR
Plan the Project
In this chapter, you’ll explore how to work with your stakeholders and subject matter experts to conduct a needs analysis and plan your eLearning project.
CHAPTER FIVE
Design a Learning Solution
In this chapter, you’ll explore how to conduct a kickoff meeting, how to work with your stakeholders, and how to create a project plan and timeline.


CHAPTER SIX
Draft a Storyboard
In this chapter, you’ll explore how to outline your eLearning course and draft a development-ready storyboard.
CHAPTER SEVEN
Develop the Course
In this chapter, you’ll explore how to select an eLearning authoring tool and how to build a functional prototype of your course.


CHAPTER EIGHT
Incorporate Interactivity
In this chapter, you’ll explore how to increase engagement and let your learners put their skills into practice by incorporating interactivity into your eLearning course.
CHAPTER NINE
Increase Learning Retention
In this chapter, you’ll explore how to reduce cognitive load and increase learning retention by using solid graphic design, visual design, and user interface design techniques.

