Process
The Coast Guard ICW development process usually includes the steps and tasks
outlined in this section. They are in keeping with standard industry recognized
Instructional Systems Design principles and practices. However, these steps and
tasks may need to be adapted based on a project's specific requirements and
deliverables.
THE ICW DEVELOPMENT PROCESS
STEP/TASK
RESPONSIBILITY
ACTION/DELIVERABLE
Step 1. Predesign and Development
Task 1
Performance
Action: Determine performance delta.
Consultant
Includes identification of performance gaps
via appropriate analysis (e.g., FEA, new
performance, job-task).
Task2
Performance
Action: Complete media analysis and
Consultant
selection, including appropriate media, cost-
benefit and return on investment of potential
media types.
Task 3
Project Team & Client
Action: Determine funding, materials needed,
SME/accomplished performer requirements,
deliverables, and project milestones/deadlines.
Task 4
Client
Action: Client sign-off.
Task 5
ICW Designer/Client
Action: Provide all existing instructional
materials and related subject matter references
and documentation. Identification of exact
material to be converted is imperative.
Task 6
ICW Designer/Client
Action: Project scoping - series of
meetings/activities resulting in:
Learner audience(s) defined
Course learning objectives
Course topic listing
Interactivity level specifications
Course standards
Task 7
ICW Designer/SME
Action: Look for usable products in DITIS
(DOD) &commercial software databases.
Ensure that materials are reviewed for
content, instructional effectiveness, ease of
use and other factors. Use Appendix A to this
guide for the review.
IF COTS/GOTS PRODUCT
IDENTIFIED, EVALUATED, & CHOSEN
FOR USE, SKIP TO
STEP 5.
Task 8
Design & Development
Action: Select/procure design and
Team
development tools, ensure team receives
appropriate training.
Task 9
Client
Action: Client sign-off.
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