Flexible learning templates for dispersed learners: Expanding the role of the content expert without pain

Authors

  • Michael Alford Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
  • Carolynn Oleniuk Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
  • Sharon Roffey Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees

Keywords:

online learning, distance education, e-learning, distance learning, technology-enhanced learning, flexible learning, flexible delivery, course design

Abstract

The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) provides training for staff at 200 locations worldwide and in an extreme range of conditions. This article describes the processes involved in undertaking the development of a series of easy-to-use templates for the development of learning and training materials by UNHCR staff. The templates provide a repertoire of tools and resources for subject matter experts wishing to develop self-directed or flexible learning guides for particular groups of learners. Challenges facing the creators during design and implementation phases are discussed and a set of lessons learned from both phases is outlined.

Author Biographies

Michael Alford, Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees

Head of the Staff Development Section

Carolynn Oleniuk, Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees

Instructional Technologist in the Staff Development Section

Sharon Roffey, Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees

IT Consultant.

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Published

2012-05-22

Issue

Vol. 9 No. 1 (2005): Journal of Distance Learning 9(1)

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Articles

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Copyright (c) 2012 Michael Alford, Carolynn Oleniuk, Sharon Roffey

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