Sunday, December 14, 2014

Converting to a Distance Learning Format

Much time and effort must be put into the planning, design and delivery of a successful blended learning course, especially one that has been converted from a traditional face-to-face training model.  "Moving content online is not simply about transferring content, it is about transforming content" (Gutierrez, 2012).  The following Blended Learning Design and Implementation Best Practice Guide highlights tips for a trainer in undertaking this task.  Beginning with planning strategies, to a focus on a shifting role and techniques that foster engaging discussion and learner interaction, this guide follows a checklist template supported by current research.

References:
Gutierrez, K. (2012, September 18).  Best practices: Converting from traditional training to elearning [Web post log]. Retrieved from http://info.shiftelearning.com/blog/bid/222701/Best-Practices-Converting-from-Traditional-Training-to-eLearning

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