The Rapid E-Learning Method

Rapid e-learning is a method to develop and deploy quality interactive learning materials in a shorter time span, and to address learning needs in different contexts—academic, professional, or commercial. Resources developed via rapid e-learning methods can be used in educational institutions from pre-primary to tertiary levels. They can also be used for professional training, short courses, or more advanced training that leads to alternative qualifications or micro-credentials that are recognised in the workplace. Often, they can be used as agile content to train sales officers on a new product on the market. In such situations, their relevance and lifespan are limited. Rapid e-learning allows for maximum flexibility in terms of re-use of learning materials and modification of content provided it is carefully planned and designed. One has to also design accessibility to ensure inclusiveness in the educational delivery approach. In this chapter, the authors provide an overview of the rapid e-learning method and its application to the development of interactive learning materials.