T-Factors

A short list of what affects online learning delivery

• 1. Timeliness
  • Can information be delivered when a particular learning is required
• 2. Length of Production Cycle
  • How long will product take to produce
• 3. Production Value
  • Ability to engage or interest audience
  • Multimedia
• 4. Controllable
  • Can content be easily modified
• 5. Cost
  • What are the cost factors – time off work, space, materials, etc.
• 6. Convenience
  • Can learning be available without disrupting other employee demands
  • 24/7 availability
• 7. Distribution
  • Internet to computer, mobile devices, SMS
  • Bandwidth requirements
• 8.  Performance Tracking
  • Measuring understanding
  • Does learning management system exist
  • Is other intervention required
• 9. Archival Characteristics
  • On-demand learning library
  • Searchable
• 10. Value to users
  • SME participation
  • Value to customers

URLs of sample online learning for review:

1. Two-window, non-video player with chapters

Understanding malaria

2. Green Streets Learning Management System, featuring demos

21st Learn SCORM-based LMS

3. Various new media learning products from Glenn Meyers

Glenn Meyers website

4. Internet radio format for information distribution

Radio Newmont Ghana

5. Video-based learning platform with sample tests

Adams County Ethics