The Importance of Design
October 31, 2009
Appropriate employment of distance education initiatives involves detailed planning and coordination amongst key stakeholders. The organization must first decide the objectives it is seeking to accomplish through distance education. This can normally be done through the conduct of a needs assessment. Once this is completed, management works in concert with content writers, technology experts, and trainers to develop the most appropriate course content and knowledge management system. The workforce represents a key stakeholder in the delivery and reception of any program, therefore should be considered in throughout the development and implementation process. Benchmarks must be set by the organization’s management to ensure the appropriate objectives are met throughout the delivery phase. The distance education program should contain the most accurate and relevant content available and should utilize the latest technology and delivery platform. This will help ensure employees remain engaged in the process of increasing their knowledge and worth to the organization.
