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Digital Media Evaluation Checklist

Basic Information

Evaluator Name: _____________________________

Date of Evaluation: _________________________

Title of Resource: __________________________

Resource URL: _______________________________

Media Format: ☐ Video ☐ Audio ☐ Interactive ☐ Infographic ☐ Document ☐ Simulation ☐ Other: ______

License Type: ☐ CC BY ☐ CC BY-SA ☐ CC BY-NC ☐ CC BY-NC-SA ☐ CC BY-ND ☐ CC0 ☐ Public Domain ☐ All Rights Reserved

Open License Verified? ☐ Yes ☐ No

Instructional Relevance & Alignment

☐ Aligned with one or more learning objectives?

☐ Connects clearly to the course/module topic?

☐ Supports your instructional strategy (e.g., UbD, UDL, Andragogy)?

☐ Culturally inclusive and globally relevant?

☐ Is the language appropriate for the audience (plain language, jargon-free)?

☐ Bias-free and balanced in perspective?

Cognitive Learning Design (Mayer’s Principles)

☐ Does it apply coherence (excludes extraneous info)?

☐ Uses signaling to direct attention to key points?

☐ Combines audio and visuals effectively (modality)?

☐ Text and graphics aligned spatially and temporally?

☐ Is the content segmented or chunked for learner control?

Accessibility & ADA Compliance

☐ Closed captions or transcripts available for media?

☐ Text alternatives provided for visuals and charts?

☐ Compatible with screen readers?

☐ Available in multiple formats (HTML, PDF, mobile-ready)?

☐ Does it meet WCAG 2.1 or ADA standards?

Usability & Instructional Quality

☐ Interactivity encourages participation or feedback?

☐ Is the resource error-free (spelling, grammar, data)?

☐ Visually clear and logically organized?

☐ Does audio/video quality meet professional standards?

☐ Is navigation intuitive and user-friendly?

Reuse, Technical, & Sustainability Factors

☐ Can it be reused or adapted under its license terms?

☐ LMS-compatible (SCORM, HTML5, or link embedding)?

☐ Hosted on a reliable platform (not likely to disappear)?

☐ Likely to be updated or maintained regularly?

☐ No proprietary plug-ins or special software needed?

Privacy & Data Security (For Interactive Tools)

☐ No tracking or data collection without disclosure?

☐ Complies with FERPA/GDPR/privacy policies (if applicable)?

☐External links or embeds reviewed for content integrity?

Instructor Support & Pedagogical Value

☐ Includes instructor guides or support materials?

☐ Offers opportunities to differentiate learning (e.g., UDL)?

☐ Content reviewed or rated by other educators?

☐ Supports the development of core competencies or skills?

Evaluator Summary / Recommendation

[Brief narrative summary of strengths, concerns, alignment with course objectives, and final judgment.]

Final Decision

Use in Course? ☐ Yes – As Is ☐ Yes – With Modifications ☐ No – Not Recommended

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