Needs Assessment Training Module

Needs Assessment Training

Instructional (and Product) Design

Within instructional design, a needs assessment is the first step in designing an effective training program. As stated earlier, matching products and services to potential customers also requires a needs assessment process. The design and development phase described below is a best attempt to show the common steps in any development process.

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	Needs Assessment		• Plan • Collect data • Analyze and report data


	Concept Design		• Create objectives • Construct evaluation plan • Develop basic specifications


	Prototype and Test		• Create functional specifications • List project phasing and steps • Develop prototypes • Field-test project


	Implementation		• Put into service • Collect evaluations from product users, students, etc. • Incorporate changes and improvements


	Evaluation		• Confirm that subject matter is correct • Have stakeholders confirm adherence to established goals • Review and incorporate feedback

Coastal Services Center

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Instructional (and Product) Design