Learner & context analysis

- Learner Analysis: it involves determining the characteristics of the learner 

1. Educational and ability levels / Reading level

2. Attention span

3. Previous experience / prior knowledge of topic

4. Academic motivation level (ARCS)

5. Attitudes towards school/work/organization

6. Attitudes towards content and potential delivery system-- expectations

7. Previous performance level

8. Entry behaviors

9. Group characteristics

- Learning Context Analysis: it involves determining the contexts in which the instruction will be delivered

•  Resources that support instruction:

  • room

  • environment

  • tools needed

  • tools provided

• Constraints that could inhibit or limit instruction:

  • finances

  • personnel

  • time

  • facilities

  • equipment

  • local culture

• Compatibility of learning site with instructional needs and learners' needs

• Adaptability of site to simulate workplace (feasibility of simulating performance site)