The Learning Design and Development Process

A strong development process is at the core of designing and developing effective learning. This module introduces a streamlined, practical process used by Like-Minded Learning that aligns with industry standards, helping you understand each step to ensure quality control and reduce rework.

Learning objectives

When you have completed the learning in this module and successfully completed the learning activities, you will be able to do the following tasks.

▪     Be able to describe a best practice way to design and develop learning.

▪     Distinguish between a process (sequential, time-bound steps) and a model (a framework) in learning design.

▪     Understand why each step in the learning development process is included to ensure appropriate quality control and reduce the risk of rework.

▪     Identify the key stages of one potential learning development process.

▪     Recognise the critical importance of review and approval stages at key points in the project for successful outcomes.

▪     Determine who should review and approve content at different stages based on their skills and authority.