Affiliations: Department of Business Information Systems, Haworth College of Business, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI, USA
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Corresponding author: J. Michael Tarn, Department of Business Information Systems, Haworth College of Business, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI 49008-5412, USA. Tel.: +1 269 387 5409; Fax: +1 269 387 5710; Email: mike.tarn@wmich.edu (J.M. Tarn); anne.oulai@wmich.edu (A.-M. Guidy-Oulai). Email: mike.tarn@wmich.edu (J.M. Tarn); anne.oulai@wmich.edu (A.-M. Guidy-Oulai).
Abstract: E-learning methods are increasingly used in organizations today for teaching, learning and training purposes. Identifying the effectiveness of e-learning methods is critical for any organization. Evaluation models and processes can be used to determine the impact of e-learning on organizations. This study reviews the major existing e-learning evaluation models and develops a checklist model for e-learning evaluation based on the findings. A two-stage validity study is conducted, including an expert panel review for model refinement and a web survey to ensure the reliability and usefulness of the instrument. The proposed E-Learning Evaluation Checklist has proven to be a useful and effective tool that can help guide professional evaluators as well as non-evaluators when conducting an e-learning evaluation.
