Training Course in Designing and Developing eLearning Course Content

Training Course in Designing and Developing eLearning Course Content

This comprehensive course is designed to guide participants through the full process of designing, developing, and delivering eLearning courses that are engaging, effective, and learner-centered.

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Course Overview

Course Summary

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Introduction

 

This comprehensive course is designed to guide participants through the full process of designing, developing, and delivering eLearning courses that are engaging, effective, and learner-centered.

 

Participants will explore the foundations of instructional design, digital pedagogy, multimedia integration, interactivity, assessment creation, accessibility, content packaging (e.g., SCORM/xAPI), and deployment on Learning Management Systems (LMS).

 

By the end of the course, learners will be equipped with the technical and pedagogical skills needed to launch eLearning programs in academic, corporate, or nonprofit environments.

 

 

Duration

 

5 Days

 

What You Will Learn

 

  • Apply leading instructional design models to plan digital courses (ADDIE, SAM, Backward Design)
  • Develop learning objectives aligned with Bloom’s Taxonomy
  • Break down subject matter into meaningful modules, topics, and activities
  • Use authoring tools like Articulate Rise, Storyline, Canva, Genially, Camtasia and H5P
  • Design inclusive, multimedia-rich content using best practices in digital learning and accessibility
  • Integrate interactive elements such as quizzes, branching scenarios, videos, and discussion prompts
  • Design effective formative and summative assessments
  • Export eLearning content to SCORM/xAPI/HTML5 formats
  • Deploy eLearning content on platforms like Moodle, Canvas, TalentLMS and other LMSes
  • Evaluate course performance and apply feedback for continuous improvement

 

 

 

What You Can Do With These Skills

 

  • Build engaging, accessible, and interactive eLearning content for any audience
  • Transform in-person training programs into high-quality online courses
  • Launch self-paced or instructor-led eLearning programs using industry-standard tools
  • Create content for internal employee development, academic learning, or external certification
  • Deliver your courses via any LMS (Learning Management System) or standalone player

 

 

Who Should Take This Course?

 

  • Corporate L&D teams and trainers
  • Academic faculty and online course developers
  • Instructional designers and curriculum specialists
  • HR and compliance officers are involved in workforce development
  • NGOs and development agencies are creating capacity-building programs
  • Freelancers and consultants building online education content

 

 

Course Requirements

 

  • A laptop or desktop with reliable internet
  • Basic familiarity with using PowerPoint, Word, or Google Docs
  • Proficiency in English

 

 

Summary of Topics to Be Covered

 

  • Instructional design frameworks and adult learning principles
  • Course planning and structuring content logically
  • Scripting, storyboarding, and selecting multimedia formats
  • Using authoring tools to build interactive modules
  • Applying accessibility and universal design standards
  • Designing assessments, feedback mechanisms, and certificates
  • Publishing in SCORM/xAPI/HTML5 and deploying in LMSs
  • Evaluating learner engagement and adapting content for improvement

 

 

Course Objectives

 

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

 

  • Apply pedagogical best practices in designing digital courses
  • Create structured and goal-aligned eLearning modules
  • Use digital authoring tools to develop and publish learning content
  • Integrate interactivity, gamification, and multimedia into learning experiences
  • Upload and manage content in LMS environments like Moodle
  • Track learner performance and course completion
  • Continuously improve content using learner feedback and analytics

 

 

Learning Outcomes

 

At the end of the course, learners will be able to:

 

  • Design fully online or blended learning courses using evidence-based practices
  • Develop and deliver engaging, accessible, and high-impact digital learning content
  • Utilize instructional tools and media to create e-learning content that suits a wide variety of learners
  • Package and deploy learning modules on LMS platforms
  • Create measurable assessments that align with learning objectives
  • Gather data to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of online training

 

 

 

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Course Modules

Course Outline

 

Module I: Instructional Design Foundations

 

  • What is eLearning? Trends and opportunities
  • Understanding adult learning principles and digital pedagogy
  • Introduction to ADDIE, SAM, and Backward Design
  • Writing strong learning objectives using Bloom’s Taxonomy
  • Identifying audience needs and learning contexts
  • Aligning objectives with assessment and content

 

 

Module II: Course Planning and Scripting

 

  • Planning course structure: modules, lessons, and topics
  • Creating content outlines, flowcharts, and learning paths
  • Storyboarding content visually and narratively
  • Writing scripts for videos, animations, and narration
  • Selecting the appropriate content format: static, video, or interactive

 

 

Module III: Multimedia and Authoring Tools

 

  • Overview of tools: Articulate Rise, Storyline, iSpring, Canva, Camtasia, Genially, Vyond, H5P
  • Importing and designing with video, audio, and images
  • Creating learning activities and scenarios
  • Incorporating branching, hotspots, drag-and-drop, and interactive videos
  • Accessibility considerations: contrast, captions, screen reader support
  • Using templates and design systems for branding and consistency

 

 

 

Module IV: Assessments and Interactivity

 

  • Types of assessments: quizzes, surveys, practical exercises
  • Designing assessments aligned to learning outcomes
  • Feedback strategies: immediate vs delayed, guided reflection
  • Gamification: badges, points, and leaderboards
  • Engaging learners with polls, forums, and group tasks
  • Practice vs test modes: when and how to use them

 

 

Module V: Publishing and LMS Deployment

 

  • SCORM vs xAPI vs HTML5 – Understanding Publishing Formats
  • Exporting courses from authoring tools
  • Uploading and organizing courses in LMSs (e.g., Moodle, Canvas)
  • Setting completion rules, progress tracking, and certificates
  • Managing user roles, enrolments, and progress reports

 

 

Module VI: Evaluation and Continuous Improvement

 

  • Kirkpatrick’s levels of evaluation
  • Gathering learner feedback through surveys and analytics
  • Using LMS reports to track completion, drop-offs, and performance
  • Iterating and improving courses post-launch
  • Building a culture of continuous learning through feedback loops

 

 

Module VII: Final Project and Presentation

 

  • Hands-on project: Design and develop a complete e-learning module
  • Peer feedback and expert review
  • Walkthrough of publishing and deployment
  • Final presentations and a certificate of completion
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Course Administration

Methodology

This instructor-led training course is delivered using a blended learning approach comprising presentations, guided practical sessions, web-based tutorials, and group work.

Accreditation

Participants will receive a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion.

Training Venue

Held at the Tech For Development Training Centre.

Accommodation & Airport Transfer

Arranged upon request.
Email: letstalk@techfordevelopment.com
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179

Tailor-Made

Customised training available.

Payment

Send proof of payment to letstalk@techfordevelopment.com.

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