How to Write Alternate Paths
After writing the ideal path for a branching scenario, write the mistakes and consequences. These create the alternate paths in the scenario.
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What to Write First in Branching Scenarios
When writing branching scenarios, it’s easiest to draft the ideal path from start to finish first, before writing mistakes and consequences.
I’m speaking at DevLearn 2020
I’m speaking at DevLearn 2020 on Streamlining Branching Scenario Planning and Design, as well as hosting an After Hours Buzz conversation.
Planning a Branching Scenario
This is my process for planning before writing a branching scenario, including creating a summary, outline, and list of mistakes.
Immediate and Delayed Consequences in Branching Scenarios
In branching scenarios, use a combination of immediate and delayed consequences and feedback, depending on the learners and goals.
How to Get Started Writing a Branching Scenario for Learning
Once you have decided on a branching scenario approach, how do you get started? This is my process for working with SMEs to prepare.
Converting to Scenario-Based Questions
Converting multiple choice questions to scenario-based questions can increase the difficulty, measure higher level thought, and provide relevant context.
Build a Branching Scenario in Google Forms
Can you build a branching scenario in Google Forms? Yes, using the settings to go to different sections depending on the user’s response.
Create Motivating Compliance Training
Instead of boring “click next” compliance training, engage learners and give them a reason to seek out and understand the policies.
Make Learners Care about Compliance Training
What if you could create compliance training that learners actually cared about? Use a worst case scenario to show the “why” behind the rules.