Methodology
The diagram above shows the methodology for developing effective learning content that I use in my work with clients. I particularly focus on Steps 1, 2, 3 and 5 in my work with clients.
The key points of the methodology include:
- developing clarity about the target audience and their needs
- thinking through how learners are going to effectively engage with content and how they can be helped to meet their learning objectives
- making sure that the best structure for the content is used
- developing and iterating until the process is complete.
Of course, the decision to develop learning content comes at the end of a longer decision-making process.
Services offered
I provide a wide range of services. They include:
- a full implementation of the methodology outlined above
- joint planning of a book or course’s structure, focusing on the core knowledge structures to be used, a mapping of the structure and options for content sequencing
- feedback on a proposed structure or draft text
- development of content structure maps showing how a book or course works as a system (these are much more useful for learners than just providing a list of contents)
- work on diagrams (this can include the creation of diagrams from your instructions as well as diagram coaching where you do most of the work but I provide some guidance and assistance)
- development of conceptual models
- creation of summaries
- development of implementation strategies for skill development books and courses to make it much more likely that learners will put in the work and get results.
I can work with creators at all stages of the development process from initial planning through to near-completion.
And you can hire me for short 1-hour consultations as well as for more in-depth work.
I am also interested in talking to publishers who are exploring how to create non-fiction books that readers can learn more effectively from.
If you would like to have a chat about how I may be able to help you, please contact me via my Contact Form.