Product Description

The e-Learning Development Resource Center (ELDRC) is a web-based portal that integrates task and work flow support, content, data, tools, peer collaboration and communication. It is used by the IRS professional training community to support the project management, design and development of e-learning products. Available tools and resources are described below. Click the hyperlink's to view.

Type	Tools	Purpose
Task and Workflow Support	Style Guide Roadmap WBT SCO Templates ROI Workbook Starting Point Toolbox Contracting Specifications Tool	Provide detailed standards, step by step instructions, multi-level help, and process definition for WBT development. Some of these tools include a filter, which enables content mapping by process or role. Promotes consistency and adherence to standards. Other tools provide examples of completed products, reports and documents.
Content Knowledge	Meta Data Tagging Guide Web Maintenance Guide Roles and Responsibilities Guide ASTD Certification Standards Overview - Content Management System Document e-Learning Architecture Map Learning Management System (LMS) Resource Library Accessibility Resources Technical Specifications Contracting Resources Starting Point Toolbox Professional Organizations e-Learning Matrix	This content offers on demand learning to users about how to complete specific project tasks as well as serves to educate users about e-learning. Content ranges from basic information and guidelines on various topics, to specific technical requirements and accessibility standards.
Data	Projects Database Evaluation Resources Document Management Tool	These tools provide powerful data sources for results, information, and research. They are used to determine the best process for completing a task. Users can access current and past resources to gauge success before beginning their task.
Tools	Contracting Specifications for e-Learning Project Roadmap ROI Workbook Document Management Tool	These are self-contained web sites within the ELDRC. They facilitate work flow progress by providing a source for users to conduct research and access the information needed to complete project tasks.
Collaboration and Communication	Survey Projects Database Discussion Board e-Learning Matrix e-Learning Xpress Newsletter Professional Organizations	These tools promote collaboration and communication among training community members. They serve as stimulators, peaking curiosity, and facilitating ongoing interaction with the user community. For example, the Discussion Board allows users to take part in Asynchronous discussions. These tools encourage user access and feedback, and they provide information to users who wish to expand their knowledge of e-learning.

This integrated environment makes the ELDRC a unique PCD resource by combining proven industry best practices with new and innovative approaches to disseminating e-Learning information and supporting work results. The tools enable community members to share information, discuss e-Learning issues, and find solutions. The EDLRC portal provides invaluable support to both community members and project development.