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Key Principles
The key principles to consider in designing
learning:
1.Learning objectives
2.Well-structured knowledge-base
3.The learning cycle
4.Learning styles and motivation
5.Trainer style and expertise
6.Learning environment, including resources and
equipment
7.Time and financial resources
8.Organizational constraints (HRD policy)
9.Age factors and cultural differences
10.Other influences
▫ Other factors: pace, rhythm, fun, choice, and flexibility
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1.Learning Objectives
• When planning learning events, it is important
to have clear objectives. It helps to determine
whether progress is being made and make
evaluation possible.
• Objectives should contain following elements
▫ Terminal Behavior
▫ Standard of Performance
▫ Conditions of Performance
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Learning Design
• Categories of learning objectives (KSA)
▫ Knowledge: internalization, understanding, and
application of new information and concepts
▫ Skill: incorporation through practice of new ways
of responding (mental, physical, and social)
▫ Attitude: adoption of new values, feelings, and
psychological orientation
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8. Organizational constraints
• HRD specialist aim to create learning
opportunities, which are directly linked to the
strategic objectives of the business.
• Organizational constraints such as those related
to organizational style, structure, culture, power
and resources affect the learning design.
• The learning designer therefore needs a clear
understanding of the strenghts and weaknesses
of the organization and opportunities that it
offers.
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Cultural Differences
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