2. Identify learner profile Determine course length Produce Sequence of delivery Determine learning outcomes Determine Required resources Initiate trial of initial learning modules Design assessment strategy for the course Determine existing student proficiency and place students at the appropriate entry and exit points Solicit SME input (military, target language course developers) Determine SKA (Skills, Knowledge, Attitudes) Recommend instructional methods Determine a list of teaching points for each unit Determine residual training gap

3. Recommend activities Determine cultural content Define language elements Adjust content for target language specific requirements Specify required modalities and skills areas Recommend timeframe for all required elements within the uni t

4. Evidence based Internal validation within the course (e.g., admin aspect, curriculum related questions, quality of training materials, assessment questions, instructor performance) External validation in the workplace (usefulness in the workplace) Linked to training needs analysis Analysis of data Trend analysis Decision point (good to go [or] needs adjusting)