Designing E-learning - Context

Table of Contents

1. Designing E-learning - Learner and Context
2. The 5Ws - who, what, when, where, why
3. The 5Ws - A reminder!
4. Learning styles
5. Learning styles - Recap
6. The H - how
7. Quiz
8. Further reading
9. Further Information

The 5Ws - who, what, when, where, why

Who will be using the e-learning, when and where?

Why will e-learning be used?

An understanding about who the learner is and the purpose of e-learning creates a firm and accurate basis on which to develop e-learning material. Knowing the learner is a crucial aspect of learner-centred design i.e. a design that focuses on and is suited to the learner. A designer is more likely to produce usable e-learning materials if the learner is considered. Understanding of where e-learning will take place is also important, and whether the slowest/least efficient broadband connections can support e-learning if required.

University of Leeds, School of Medicine

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