Foundations of Effective Instructional Design: Setting Goals and Objectives

In this episode, we explore the foundational stages of instructional design and training. Learn how to conduct an effective goal analysis and discover various approaches to identifying and organizing instructional goals with precision.

Gain practical tips on setting and organizing instructional goals to improve your instructional design process and create more effective training programs.
 

Key Learning Points

• How to identify and differentiate between different types of goals.
• The significance of short vs. long goal statements.
• Understanding the role of learning objectives in creating successful courses.
• Analyzing instructional goals using Gagné's five domains of learning to enhance your design process.

Memorable Quotes

• "Before building your course, you need to have a defined goal, something that you're solving."
• "To create impactful eLearning content, you must first define a clear goal and learning objectives."
• "Learning objectives describe what the learners can do and what they should be able to complete in a module of the course."
  

Important Links and Mentions

• Software Toolkit for Instructional Designers (https://www.eteachonline.com/toolkit)
• eLearning & Instructional Design for Beginners Community & Academy (https://www.eteachonline.com/join)
• Instructional Designers Mastermind FB Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/eteachonline)
• eLearning & Instructional Design for Beginners Mastermind LinkedIn Group (https://www.linkedin.com/company/idforbeginners/)
• How to Design a Stunning & Unforgettable eLearning Course - Challenge ****(https://www.eteachonline.com/3-day)
  
  

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