Other Evaluation Consideration

Overview

In addition to contemplating the extent to which the lesson includes sound instructional principles discussed previously, we ask that you evaluate additional items that are described below, including:

  • Content Elements
  • Course Structure and Sequencing
  • Learner Experience
  • Instructional Media
  • Affective Consideration

This roster of additional evaluation targets is adapted from an evaluation form presented in Multimedia for learning: Methods and development Links to an external site. by Alessi, S. M., & Trollip, S. R. (2000). Note this is in no way meant to be an exhaustive list of things to consider during an expert review. Instead, we have attempted to focus on high impact targets while balancing the constraints of this six-week course. 

Content Elements

  • Content sufficiency: Is the content prepared for the lesson sufficient to support course goals and objectives?
  • Relevance: Are the lesson topics and presented content in the instructional materials relevant to our target adult learners?
  • Level: Is the content appropriate for the learning level of our target adult learners? [Note: See Writing for ABE Grade Level in the Supplementary Readings section of this course for additional guidance).
  • Accuracy: Is the content free of errors, jargon, and cultural bias?
  • Length: Is the instructional unit of appropriate length, and can the learner complete the lesson within the estimated time frames?

Course Structure and Sequencing

Consider the extent to which the following are effectively and efficiently designed within the lesson:

  • How the content and instructional activities will be sequenced
  • How and when learners will engage in active practice and reflection
  • How and when learner assessment will occur
  • How and when learner guidance will be offered

Learner Experience

Consider the extent to which the following learner experience, material design, and course navigation are effectively and efficiently presented:

  • Lesson introduction
  • Directions and help for the instructor and learners
  • Lesson navigation
  • Lesson conclusion
  • Overall ease of use

Instructional Media

Consider the extent to which the following instructional media elements (if present) effectively and efficiently support the designed instructional approaches, and if any media elements should be added / amended to better support the instructional delivery:

  • Text
  • Images and graphics
  • Audio
  • Animation and Video
  • Links to Resources
  • Printable Documents

Affective Considerations

Consider the extent to which the lesson is likely to accomplish the following for our target audience of learners:

  • Arouse curiosity
  • Establish relevance
  • Offer appropriate level of challenge
  • Maintain a learner's attention

What did we miss?

Again, this is far from an exhaustive roster of evaluation targets. If you perceive other problems with the lesson, be sure to include those issues in your evaluation and redesign efforts.