The "How to Design Effective Courses" session will provide a comprehensive overview of the ADDIE model phases for instructional design, guiding participants through each step of the process. Attendees will learn to conduct training needs assessments and structure instructional events that align with psychological learning processes, while applying the ROPES phases to create impactful learning experiences. The session will also cover writing measurable learning objectives, selecting appropriate learning methods and media, preparing aligned assessments, and developing an evaluation strategy to ensure course effectiveness.

By the end of the session, participants will be able to:

1. Describe all the ADDIE model phases for instructional design.
2. Recognize training needs assessments
3. Demonstrate how to structure instructional events that address psychological learning processes.
4. Apply the ROPES phases of instruction to construct effective learning events.
5. Write complete learning objectives based on observable actions or behaviors.
6. Select learning methods and media to support the attainment of learning objectives.
7. Prepare assessments that align with learning objectives
8. Develop an evaluation strategy