9 Ways to Make eLearning Stick

These events are based on the work of Robert Gagne, who researched and wrote about the conditions that lead to successful learning.

1. Create an attention-grabbing introduction or provide a puzzle or problem.
2. Inform learner about the objectives (of the lesson, week, module, course).
3. Ask questions or guide students in remembering what they already know related to the objectives.
4. Design each learning activity so that it EXPLICITLY advances one or more of those objectives--this and nothing more.
5. Coach students in how to get to where they need to go, whether in how they think, study, navigate, or use software.
6. Create opportunities for students to do spaced practice.
7. Provide informative feedback on progress from other students, from automated Blackboard responses, or from you.
8. Assess progress early and assess frequently--always EXPLICITLY aligned with the objectives.
9. Introduce applications in real-world situations, scenarios, or problems.

Read more at Gagne's 9 Events of Instruction with sample applications to all courses.

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