Technology Selection Models and Instructional DesignThe analysis will include a four-step model that summarizes key steps from existing established models to guide the media and technology selection process for delivery of distance learning courses (Moore and Kearsley, 2012, page 89).1. Identify the media attributes required by the instructional objectives or learning objectives.2. Identify student characteristics that suggest or preclude certain media.3. Identify characteristics of the learning environment that favor or preclude certain media.4. Identify economic or organizational factors that may influence the viability of certain media. However, Davis (2008) reminds us that teaching and learning systems, including online learning systems, should be built on two foundations: student needs and the learning outcomes of the course or program (p. 123). Furthermore, good course design (clear objectives, well-structured learning materials and good graphics) will likely have more influence on learning outcomes than the choice of media, such as an LMS. communicate with its members regardless of place and time with some kind of device such as computer, mobile phone and Internet connection. DHPE has used the Internet to host meetings, webinars and share news and information, as well as document sharing through its website. DHPE has also hosted educational webinars for its members and non-members for a nominal fee. In contrast, the DHPE training program relied solely on the Internet to allow training participants to access electronic copies of documents such as some handouts and worksheets reviewed during in-person courses…half of paper… .ascau.ca/online_book/ch4.htmlKurtz, G., Sponder, B., Litto, F. M., & Oshima, J. (2011). Using Web 2.0 to foster student creativity and support diversity in online courses: Strategies and practices. A paper presented at the 24th ICDE World Conference, Bali, Indonesia. Retrieved from https://docs.google.com/open?id=0BzA_NTEhbdH8RTQyc0wtNDE2S1kKurtz, G. & Porath. N. (2012). Higher order thinking strategies in learning blogs. A paper presented at the EDEN conference. Porto, Portugal. Retrieved from http://edt598s12.wikispaces.com/file/view/Kurtz_Porat_final.pdfMoore, M., & Kearsley, G. (2012). Distance education: A systems view of online learning. Belmont, CA: Wadsworth. Sitzmann, T., Kraiger, K., Stewart, D., & Wisher, R. (2006). The comparative effectiveness of online and classroom teaching: a meta-analysis. Personnel psychology(59), 623–664.