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    Tailoring a Hybridized, Online Course to a Paraprofessional Audience
    (University of Minnesota Extension, 2011-10) May, Jill; Burns, Connie; Barno, Trina
    The learning needs and technology skills of Community Nutrition Educators vary widely. In the development of online training for remotely located staff in their basic nutrition requirements, it was a priority that the technology did not get in the way of the learning experience. A course was designed to keep the technology “invisible”, with limited reference to technical terms, easy entry into activities, elimination of non-essential items on screens, and embodying a “high-touch” experience for participants. Pilot results confirmed the effectiveness of this approach; participants indicated that the content was clearly, effectively, and enjoyably presented in a unique, user friendly format.