1. Content is accurate

• Text information is correct and unambiguous.
• Processes or order of activities is accurate and meets business and manufacturing standards.
• Labeling is accurate.
• Images, video, and animations used for demonstrations within the learning object are accurate.
  

2. Scope of the content is appropriate as a learning object

• Content is sufficient to warrant learner time on task/learning object activity.
• Content is granular and focused. (Content that is able to be further granulated should be re-edited.)

3. Learning activity meets identified goals

• Learning object has clearly stated objective(s).
• Learning resources and activities meet the stated objective.
• Assessments embedded in objects directly meet stated goals and objectives.

4. Learning object contains all resource materials and tools necessary for the student to complete the activity

• Learning objects requiring students to apply tools or data have the information and tools embedded in them.
• Calculators, tables of information, formulas, and definitions are linked via tabs or buttons.

Note: Occasionally information cannot be embedded and may be referenced.

5. Learning "environment" engages student

• Navigation is clear and provides learners with access to content in a non-linear design when possible.
• Directions are appropriate and clear.
• Interaction/feedback between the learner and the object or the learner and an instructor are provided when appropriate.
• Appropriate media is used to present information i.e. text, audio, illustration, photo, video, and animation.

6. Learner are provided with appropriate feedback

• Objects that ask learners to complete computations or select correct answers provide feedback concerning whether the answers are correct or incorrect.
• Objects asking learners to make observations as in case studies provide feedback and evaluation opportunities, either student to student or student to faculty.


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