eLearning course development is a strategic process that combines instructional design, digital technology, and learner psychology to create impactful learning experiences. In the modern, fast-paced digital landscape, organizations must adopt effective content development methodologies to meet diverse learning needs and maximize engagement.
As businesses increasingly shift to online training and recognize the need to deliver scalable, engaging learning experiences, developing high-quality eLearning courses has taken center stage in workforce development.
This blog post highlights the key steps involved in creating eLearning courses, from conceptualization to execution. Learn how Harbinger’s eLearning content development solutions have been instrumental in driving the success of L&D initiatives of global companies.
What is eLearning Course Development?
eLearning course development is the process of designing and creating digital learning experiences that are engaging, effective, and accessible across devices. With custom eLearning solutions it helps build tailored modules for skill building, compliance, workforce training, professional growth, and other business goals.
10 Essential Steps for Effective eLearning Course Development
1. Define Training Goals and Objectives: It is essential to understand your target audience, establish training objectives, and define the learning outcomes you want to deliver. Based on this, you can determine the most effective way to deliver your eLearning content, for example, through microlearning, blended learning, or other methods.
2. Collaborate with SMEs and End Users: Developing an eLearning course with expert guidance while understanding the learner’s needs will ensure that the course is learner-friendly and aligns with the training goals and objectives.
3. Create Course Outline and Structure: Create a well-structured course outline by dividing it into different modules, ensuring that the course offers a smooth flow of information.
4. Build Course Storyboard: Once the course outline and structure are ready, begin with the storyboarding process. It involves visually mapping out the course structure by organizing content, media, and assets to deliver impactful learning results.
5. Write Course Script and Collate Content: This step involves writing the course script with a focus on presenting the subject matter in a clear and concise manner for learners. Don’t forget to take into account the narration script. Once the course script is in place, the content is put together in a course.
6. Make Your Course Interactive: Add assessments, quizzes, or knowledge checks to increase interactivity, reinforce learning, engage learners, support learning objectives, measure learning progress, track learner performance, and provide immediate feedback.
7. Adopt UI/UX Best Practices: Creating a visually appealing eLearning course is not enough. It is critical to ensure that the course enhances the learner’s experience, usability, and satisfaction. This is achieved by implementing the best-in-class UI/UX approaches and technologies.
8. Ensure eLearning Accessibility: The course content should be accessible to all users, especially if it caters to users with special needs. It needs to be compliant with the latest eLearning accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.2, ADA, and Section 508.
9. Make Your Course Device-Agnostic: Optimize your content for mobile, tablet, desktop, and other devices, so that it loads quickly, is easy to navigate, and offers seamless experience across various screen sizes.
10. Publish Your eLearning Course: Launch your course on an LMS or chosen platform, ensuring all course elements function smoothly. Provide easy access to your course for your target audience. Seek feedback from end users and implement regular updates to your course.
eLearning Course Development Success Stories Crafted by Harbinger
Our next-gen eLearning technology and content solutions have helped organizations globally revolutionize interactive learning. Our wide range of eLearning solutions include:
- AI-based learning
- Custom learning
- Gamification
- Content transformation
- Learning design
- Nudge learning
- Accessibility
- Translation & localization
Explore our case studies and discover how we have helped organizations transform their learning experiences with proven eLearning course development solutions.
1. AI-Based Automated Custom Course Development
Harbinger provided an AI-powered custom video course development solution that enabled automated content creation, video script building, and accurate image search and placement for custom MP4 learning videos. Our solution delivered the following results:
- 80% automation of video development
- 75-80% savings in time and efforts
- Higher accuracy of video content and curricula
- Self-paced learning for busy learners
- Integration of hands-on activities in custom videos
2. Development of Gamified Sales Training Modules
Harbinger developed engaging gamified modules that seamlessly aligned with our client’s strategy for designing and implementing gamification in medical sales training. Their goal was to enhance learner engagement and incorporate a digital component that encourages game-based blended learning.
The gamification modules advanced blended learning for medical sales professionals and delivered the following results:
- 100% of learners found the modules helpful
- Simplified and improved training process
- Scenario-based experiential learning
- Improved medical competencies
3. eLearning Course Development and Migration to Xyleme
Harbinger created modern eLearning courses for a healthcare training provider based on their existing content and seamlessly migrated 600+ legacy courses to Xyleme. New course development using Articulate Storyline 360 and rapid migration of legacy courses delivered the following results:
- WCAG 2.0 Level A compliance
- Improved quality and consistency of learning materials
- Centralized content creation and management
- Improved content accuracy, searchability, and structure
Build Future-Ready eLearning Courses with Harbinger
Our commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technologies and content solutions to develop innovative, scalable eLearning courses sets us apart from the rest. Whether your business wants to drive skill development, improve employee performance, or foster a culture of continuous learning, we are here to guide you every step of the way. Our expertise in creating custom eLearning courses is designed to meet your unique business needs. Talk to our experts today.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can you integrate eLearning courses with an existing LMS?
Yes, we can seamlessly integrate eLearning courses with your existing LMS, with smooth deployment and tracking. The course packaging can be tailored to match your LMS requirements for seamless implementation.
2. How long does eLearning course development take?
eLearning course development can take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months based on the scope, interactivity, and review cycles involved. It also depends on the complexity and length of the course
3. Why should one choose Harbinger for eLearning course development?
We specialize in designing and developing eLearning courses for organizations operating in various industries. Our Agentic AI Studio revolutionizes the content production cycle with AI-driven content development, personalization, and localization for enhanced agility and scalability.
