Evaluating E-Learning

Your Turn

Though no observational checklist can substitute for actually testing the performance of courses, a checklist can be a quick way to objectively examine a course you are considering buying. To do so, you must first customize the checklist for your e-learning. The checklist presented in this chapter (table 10-1) has spaces where you can add your own criteria. Once you have done that, use it to rate an e-learning course. Or, if you prefer, download the spreadsheet from www.horton.com/evaluating/. The spreadsheet will take care of the math and let you focus on your critical judgments.

Then, have a co-worker or friend evaluate the same course using the same weightings. Compare the resulting scores with your own. Discuss the reasons for ...