SELECTING A COMPUTER-BASED PRODUCT CHECKLIST

You should examine a computer-based training product from a conceptual (instructional quality) and physical (computer systems) standpoint. You need to look at course content, delivery, implementation, and design; instructional and technical support; technological compatibility; and review options.

Instructions

  1. Place the names of the CBT providers you are reviewing at the top of the four right-hand columns.
  2. Place a check mark in the "Your Firm" column for each of the traits that is important for your company's CBT program. (There are likely to be fewer important traits for an off-site class product than for products you will be using in a company.)
  3. For each CBT provider you evaluate, place a check mark in the appropriate column for each important trait the provider has. Be sure to evaluate the providers only against the important traits selected during step 2.
  4. Total the number of check marks, and insert these numbers, along with the providers' costs, into the "Analysis" checklist in order to select the best total computer-based training package.

 

 

Your
Firm

       
Course Content
Clear description of course content exists.          
Course content is accurate and up-to-date.          
Course content fulfills company training requirements.          
Instructional objectives are clearly stated.          
Instructional objectives are divided into appropriate sub-categories.          
Training gains are measurable.          
Course is designed for intended trainees.          
Course can be customized.          
Course Delivery
Courseware is reliable.          
Instructional format is appropriate.          
Degree of interactivity meets training requirements.          
Training features are appropriate.          
Course provides appropriate feedback for correct or incorrect answers.          
Courseware is user friendly.          
Course directions are clearly understandable.          
On-line glossary is available for definition of technical terms.          
Keyboard skill requirements match trainees' skills.          
Course Implementation
CBT is available when the company needs it.          
Easy-to-use student management system exists to track trainee progress, print records, and prescribe instruction.          
System can accommodate multiple trainees simultaneously.          
System accomodates security needs.          
Course Design
Subject-matter experts were used to design the course.          
Course was field-tested before it was released.          
Course is bias free.          
Course is part of a product line.          
Instructional Support
Course includes supporting materials.          
Course updates are available and at a reasonable cost.          
 Train-the-trainer option exists.          
Technical Support
Documentation is available.          
Maintenance agreement is available.          
Support is available by phone.          
Support is available on-line.          
Field representative is available to provide help.          
Product developer can configure the product's operating system.          
Continuing system configuration support is available to meet increased demands.          
Technological Compatibility          
Platform requirements match the company's existing system.          
Storage requirements match the company's existing system.          
Memory requirements match the company's existing system.          
Peripherals required match the company's existing system.          
Review Option
Inspection copy is available and satisfactory.          
Trial period is allowed and satisfactory.          
References or reviews are available and satisfactory.          
TOTAL          

 


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