You are about to meet your SME (Subject Matter Expert) for the very first time to discuss their needs for a new learning asset. You are also aware of several other stakeholders that are a part of shaping your work. They are a department chair, a principal or learning manager (depending on your environment), a trainer or instructor, and a member of the media team. Taking this information into consideration.

Please respond to the following:

• Is this a formal or informal Needs Analysis?
• What are the goals of this learning asset?
• How much time is being allocated for the design process?
• What is the budget for the project (time, resources needed, etc.)?
• Are there any identified potential obstacles?