Use meaningful themes and/or metaphors to provide a cohesive and engaging learning experience. Form follows function. Clearly define your learning objectives and flush out the content up front. Find a sharp pencil with a good eraser. Create interface sketches that define “functional zones,” (i.e., consistent placement areas for text, images, and interactive elements. Put yourself in the learner’s shoes. What will you click on to move through the instruction? Do you know what to do next at any given point in time? Build on the conceptual and cultural knowledge of students. Use flowcharts to plan possible paths through the instruction. (See also: How to Draw Flowcharts; Inspiration®).