Educational Design Components

A possible educational activity is identified.
A decision is made to proceed.
Objectives are identified and refined
A suitable format is designed.

  Learning resources are selected.

  A leader or group of leaders is chosen.

  Methods are selected and used.

  A time schedule is made.

  A sequence of events is devised.

  Social reinforcement of learning is provided.

  The nature of each individual learner is taken into account.

  Roles and relationships are made clear.

  Criteria for evaluating progress are identified

  The design is made clear to all concerned.
The format is fitted into larger patterns of life.

  Learners are guided into or out of the activity both at the beginning and subsequently.

  Life styles are modified to allow time and resources for the new activity.

  Financing is arranged.

  The activity is interpreted to related publics.
The program is carried out.
The results of the activity are measured and appraised.
The situation is examined in terms of the possibility of a new education activity.