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Instructional Designer metrics and KPIs

What are Instructional Designer metrics?

Finding the right Instructional Designer metrics can be daunting, especially when you're busy working on your day-to-day tasks. This is why we've curated a list of examples for your inspiration.

Copy these examples into your preferred app, or you can also use Tability to keep yourself accountable.

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While we have some examples available, it's likely that you'll have specific scenarios that aren't covered here. You can use our free AI metrics generator below to generate your own strategies.

Examples of Instructional Designer metrics and KPIs

Metrics for Success of Online Course

  • 1. Course Completion Rate

    The percentage of enrolled students who complete the course out of the total enrolled students

    What good looks like for this metric: 40-60%

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Enhance course content quality
    • Offer personalised support
    • Use engaging multimedia
    • Provide clear learning objectives
    • Implement regular assessments

  • 2. Student Satisfaction Rate

    The percentage of students who rate the course positively, usually gathered through post-course surveys

    What good looks like for this metric: 70-90%

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Collect and act on feedback
    • Improve the usability of the learning platform
    • Update course materials regularly
    • Include interactive elements
    • Offer additional resources and support

  • 3. Enrolment Numbers

    The total number of students who enrol in the course

    What good looks like for this metric: Varies by course popularity

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Enhance marketing efforts
    • Offer early-bird discounts
    • Utilise social media promotions
    • Partner with influencers
    • Host free webinars or previews

  • 4. Drop-off Rate

    The percentage of students who start but do not complete the course

    What good looks like for this metric: 20-50%

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Identify and address common drop-off points
    • Offer motivational incentives
    • Provide progress tracking tools
    • Maintain consistent communication
    • Create a supportive community

  • 5. Average Time to Completion

    The average amount of time it takes for students to complete the course from enrolment to completion

    What good looks like for this metric: 6-12 weeks

    Ideas to improve this metric
    • Simplify complex topics
    • Break down modules into manageable segments
    • Offer flexible deadlines
    • Provide clear time management tips
    • Monitor and optimise course pacing
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Tracking your Instructional Designer metrics

Having a plan is one thing, sticking to it is another.

Having a good strategy is only half the effort. You'll increase significantly your chances of success if you commit to a weekly check-in process.

A tool like Tability can also help you by combining AI and goal-setting to keep you on track.

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Planning resources

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