My EV3 program will not run despite clicking on the program from the brick
I don't own the EV3, so unfortunately I can't help you with first-hand experience.  Here is a link to the LEGO site containing videos with everything you should need to know to get started.
Getting Started with LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Education EV3
Based on my experience with Mindstorms NXT, if you are sure the program is done correctly then make sure you chose the correct ports that your motors are plugged into.