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SCORM School 201 - Mastering the Basics
Overview and Objectives
The Academic ADL Co-Lab staff facilitates a four-week long, web-based course that explores the fundamental skills needed to create SCORM-conformant content. Upon completion, course participants can expect to be able to assemble a basic SCORM 2004 3rd Edition-conformant content package using readily available tools and resources. The cost for this four-week online course is US$395 per participant.
Course Format and Duration
Each of the four weeks’ content contains a mix of self-paced content, asynchronous discussion with other participants, and opportunities to connect with the course facilitators. Most participants will spend five to ten hours per week completing course content, depending on their previous experience. Any synchronous content will be recorded for later playback for those that are not able to attend.
Intended Audience and Required Skills
This course is intended for instructional designers and content developers. Participants should be able to edit HTML files, and have a solid understanding of how basic web content operates. Experience working with JavaScript is also very helpful. Participants should also have a high-level knowledge of what SCORM is and how it is used.
System and Software Requirements
The following are required to complete SCORM School. Download links are provided when relevant:
- Microsoft Windows XP or Vista
- Broadband Internet connection
- Internet Explorer v6.0 or later
- Adobe Flash Player plug-in v9 or later
- Java SE Development Kit (JDK) v6.0 or later
- SCORM 2004 3rd Edition Conformance Test Suite v1.0.2 (Self Test)
- SCORM 2004 3rd Edition Sample Run-Time Environment v1.0.2
- Reload Editor v2.5.5
The ADL SCORM software tools are freely available from the ADL website links provided. Note that you will need to create a free adlnet.gov account to download the Conformance Test Suite and Sample Run-Time Environment. Also note that the ADL SCORM Sample Runtime Environment has additional set-up steps beyond the initial installation. Those steps are covered in the installation readme file.
Content Summary
Here is a weekly breakdown of the SCORM School content:
Week 1: Communications, Tracking and Testing
- Exploration and hands-on use of the SCORM Conformance Test Suite
- Exploration and hands-on experimentation with essential Communication and Tracking concepts
Week 2: Content Packaging
- Exploration of essential Content Packaging concepts
- Hands-on use of the Reload Editor for use in Content Packaging
- Exploration of essential Metadata concepts
Week 3: Sequencing and Navigation
- Exploration and hands-on use of the SCORM Sample Runtime Environment
- Exploration of core essential Sequencing and Navigation concepts
- Hands-on use of the Reload Editor for use elementary editing of Sequencing and Navigation
Week 4: Putting it All Together
- Exploration and hands-on use of the Reload Editor LSAL Templates
- Exploration and hands-on use of the libSCORM template
Payment Information
The cost for this four-week online course is US$395 per participant. Our secure payment system accepts these options:
- Visa or MasterCard
- Invoice billing (this option ends one week prior to the course)
Note that an individual can arrange payment for one or more participants through a single payment if needed.
Current Class Schedule
Below is a list of our currently scheduled sessions. Please review the information on this page before clicking a link below to register:
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