An overt action or set of actions the learner is expected to demonstrate after training. The behavior should be observable and measurable.

A standard by which something can be measured or judged. The performance of a learner is measured against a benchmark such as the performance of an expert or a set of ...

Part of the quality assurance process and one of the last steps before development is complete. Beta testing generally takes place after the initial Alpha version is tested by the development ...

A training program that combines multiple approaches to deliver learning content. An example of a blended learning solution would be having learners complete an introductory e-learning course before attending a classroom-based ...

Short for "Web Log", short messages that are posted onto a website on a frequent basis, usually by one author. Blogs are typically informal, personal messages and are a convenient way ...

A classification of educational objectives, developed by Benjamin Bloom. The levels include Cognitive (mental skills/knowledge), Affective (feelings/attitude) and Psychomotor (manual or physical skill). Trainers and instructional designers often refer to these ...

A structure for a course or learning program that progresses through learning material on a path that is dependent on the learner's responses. The use of branching in e-learning applications allows ...