Eyes are lenses through which learners perceive the value of your material. But these organs respond differently to screens in varying designs. A cluttered screen would obviously make it harder for the eyes to read. But a simple, usable design—one that guides the eyes smoothly along the screen—would definitely make learning much more effective.
Emotions play a pivotal role in learning, and eLearning courses should reflect our natural tendency to rely upon our emotions as we learn, grow and discover. Four inspiring leaders provide excellent examples of how to incorporate more meaningful emotional content into eLearning courses both now during the holidays and throughout the year.
Web design professionals have studies, researched and honed their craft, and have developed some basic web design principles that lead to effective websites. And that information is useful in eLearning too.