I've learned over time that it is important for me to take time to view what I'm doing from different perspectives . Often we developers get caught up in the micro-perspective of what we do. After all, focusing on what happens after the user clicks a button is what I get paid to do. However, when we wear many hats (like both instructional design and development) we are better served to think about things holistically . I know it is important for me to check that my rudder is directed in the right position in this big pond of e-learning.

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Who wants to look stupid or say the wrong things? I’ve watched adults sit and stare at the computer screen because they weren’t sure what to do, afraid to click on a button, not sure where it would take them. Or worry too much about whether the answer was right or wrong rather than enjoying the process of learning something new. When we build our elearning courses, it’s important to create a safe environment that encourages "trying.... It’s just a typo. The world won’t end. It’s not like you’re going to lose your equilibrium and can no longer drive. So that’s it.