Develop a holistic understanding of instructional models and methods of implementation
6–8 hours per week,
self-paced learning online
8 weeks,
excluding orientation
Weekly modules,
flexible learning
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Knowledge of how incentivisation tactics, particularly gamification, can be used to better achieve organisational learning goals.
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A portfolio of transformative instructional design work that you can apply directly to a broad range of contexts.
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Insights into how an instructional designer can be a change agent, and how learning links to reaching an organisation's goals.
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A holistic view of instructional design, including its fundamental principles, content-curation best practices, and how to use learning management platforms in an African and emerging-market context.
Over the duration of this online short course, you’ll work through the following modules:
MODULE 1
Foundations of Instructional Design
Investigate how instructional design is applicable in different learning contexts.
MODULE 2
The Instructional Designer as Agent of Change
Understand the transformational impact of instructional design.
MODULE 3
Learning Management Platforms
Discover how learning management platforms shape design.
MODULE 4
Instructional Design Models and Processes
Examine conventional and updated models of instructional design.
MODULE 5
Analysis for Content Creation
Learn about the analytical approaches required for curating learning materials.
MODULE 6
The Principles of Learning Design
Discover how neuroscience informs instructional design principles.
MODULE 7
Gamification and the Role of E-Learning Tools
Explore designing with gamification and e-learning tools.
MODULE 8
Course Implementation and Evaluation
Learn how to evaluate instructional design work and manage change.
Please note that module titles and their contents are subject to change during course development.
Joanne Hardman
Associate Professor, School of Education, UCT
Hardman currently holds the Distinguished Teachers Award at the University of Cape Town (UCT) for her work with students, and in curriculum design and implementation. She is also a recipient of the Mellon Young Scientist Award for her work on child development. She’s published numerous articles, reports, and book chapters in her field of research interest: developmental psychology and cultural historical activity theory. Her research is predominantly in child development, and teaching and learning, with a specific focus on the use of technology in educational and home settings. She is a National Research Foundation (NRF) rated scientist, and serves as EXCO member for Africa of the International Society for Cultural-Historical Activity Research (ISCAR) and secretary for the International Associate for Cognitive Education and Psychology (IACEP). Hardman is a Commonwealth scholar and obtained her PhD from UCT in 2008.
This UCT online short course is delivered in collaboration with online education provider GetSmarter, part of edX. Join a growing community of global professionals, and benefit from the opportunity to:
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