Online Learning Design For Librarians: Creating Effective Online Tutorials And Resources Training Course

Introduction

Empower library professionals to excel in the digital learning environment with our comprehensive Online Learning Design for Librarians Training Course. This program equips you with the essential knowledge and skills to design, develop, and deliver engaging and effective online tutorials and resources. Mastering online learning design is increasingly vital for libraries seeking to expand their reach, support remote learners, and provide high-quality instruction in the digital age. Our online learning design training course offers in-depth guidance and actionable strategies for creating impactful online learning experiences.

This Online Learning Design for Librarians training delves into key areas such as learning theories, instructional design principles, multimedia development, assessment strategies, accessibility, and evaluation methods. You will gain expertise in creating interactive tutorials, designing engaging online resources, and utilizing various technologies to enhance online learning. Whether you are an instruction librarian, e-learning librarian, or any librarian involved in online education, this Online Learning Design for Librarians course will provide you with the tools and knowledge to effectively design and deliver online learning that meets the diverse needs of your users.

Target Audience:

• Instruction Librarians
• E-Learning Librarians
• Digital Services Librarians
• Reference Librarians
• Web Librarians
• Library Media Specialists
• Academic Librarians

Course Objectives:

• Understand fundamental learning theories.
• Apply instructional design principles.
• Develop engaging multimedia content.
• Design effective online assessments.
• Ensure accessibility in online learning materials.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of online learning resources.
• Utilize various e-learning technologies.
• Create interactive online tutorials.
• Design online learning modules.
• Develop online learning outcomes.
• Incorporate active learning
• Manage online learning projects.
• Stay current with online learning trends.

DURATION

5 Days

Course Content:

Module 1: Foundations of Online Learning

• Understanding fundamental learning theories.
• Exploring the history and evolution of online learning.
• Understanding the benefits and challenges of online learning.
• Identifying the key principles of effective online learning.
• Best practices for creating a positive online learning environment.

Module 2: Instructional Design Principles

• Applying instructional design principles.
• Understanding various instructional design models (e.g., ADDIE, backward design).
• Analyzing learning needs and characteristics.
• Setting clear and measurable learning objectives.
• Best practices for designing effective online instruction.

Module 3: Multimedia Development

• Developing engaging multimedia content.
• Understanding the principles of multimedia learning.
• Creating and integrating various media formats (e.g., text, images, video, audio).
• Using multimedia tools and technologies.
• Best practices for designing accessible and engaging multimedia.

Module 4: Online Assessment Strategies

• Designing effective online assessments.
• Understanding the purpose and types of assessment.
• Creating formative and summative assessments.
• Using various online assessment tools and methods.
• Best practices for designing fair and reliable online assessments.

Module 5: Accessibility in Online Learning

• Ensuring accessibility in online learning materials.
• Understanding accessibility standards and guidelines (e.g., WCAG).
• Creating accessible content for diverse learners.
• Using assistive technologies and accommodations.
• Best practices for designing inclusive online learning experiences.

Module 6: Evaluation of Online Learning

• Evaluating the effectiveness of online learning resources.
• Understanding the importance of evaluation in online learning.
• Using various evaluation methods and tools.
• Analyzing and interpreting evaluation data.
• Best practices for improving online learning based on evaluation results.

Module 7: E-Learning Technologies

• Utilizing various e-learning technologies.
• Exploring learning management systems (LMS) and other online learning platforms.
• Using tools for creating interactive content.
• Utilizing web conferencing and collaboration tools.
• Best practices for selecting and using appropriate e-learning technologies.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 7 working days before commencement of the training.