Learning Design Principles Course
Education studies
A course by
UC Online
This micro-credential course guides learners through the instructional design process, covering frameworks like ADDIE, to develop skills in creating effective, engaging, student-centred learning.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
It will take a total of 8 weeks
This course requires 12 hours per week
Core skills this course teaches
Identify instructional goals and analysis
Learners will be able to identify instructional goals and create an instructional analysis.
Apply constructive alignment
Learners will learn to apply constructive alignment between learning objectives and assessments.
Formulate instructional strategies
Learners will formulate instructional strategies for effective learning design.
What You're Signing Up For
The Learning Design Principles Course introduces fundamental instructional design concepts and models such as the ADDIE model. Through project-based assessments, learners identify learner needs, design instructional strategies, create prototype courses, and develop evaluation plans. It's suitable for beginners and professionals in teaching, training, HR, media, or anyone interested in learning design. The course equivalates to NZQA Level 8 postgraduate study and awards 10 credits. It includes flexible study hours totaling about 100 hours over a specified study period with recommended 12 hours per week.
Course Content
- Introduction to instructional design process and learning theories
- Analysis of learner needs and contexts
- Designing instructional strategies with constructive alignment
- Development of accessible and engaging instructional materials
- Implementation considerations for instructional design
- Formative and summative evaluation methods for instructional effectiveness
What you need to know first
Bachelor's degree or equivalent level qualification
Equivalent professional experience in a relevant field
Confidence in English reading, writing, and listening
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Education and Training
Learning and Development
Future employment opportunities might be
Aspiring learning and instructional designers
Teachers and trainers
Human resources and L&D professionals
Media and graphic designers applying learning design skills