Off the Cuff on Scenario-Based Learning
Alexander Salas interviewed me on Off the Cuff about scenario-based learning. Listen to us chat about types of scenarios for learning, how to use them, and more.
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Training Tips from 11 Experts (Including Me)
TalentLMS asked me and 10 other folks in the learning and development world for tips for improving workplace training and elearning.
Designing Engaging Digital Learning Podcast
Listen to my conversation with Keith Quinn of the SSSC (Scottish Social Services Council). We discussed engaging learners, technology, and much more!
Remote Instructional Design Jobs
Instructional design and elearning development work can be done remotely. How do you find remote instructional design jobs?
Instructional Story Design: Book Review
Rance Greene’s new book, Instructional Story Design: Develop Stories that Train, provides a systematic process for creating stories for training.
Go Beyond Boring: Creating Scenario-based Learning That Engages Participants (Podcast)
Listen to the recording to learn why scenario-based learning engages participants, including how to “hook” learners and draw them into the story.
Consider 4 Cs in Scenario-Based Learning
When creating scenario-based learning, consider 4 Cs: characters, context, challenge, and consequences.
Cutscenes in Branching Scenarios
Borrow from video game design to create cutscenes in branching scenarios: short scenes that move the plot forward without requiring interaction.
What Challenges Do Your Characters Face?
A story with no challenges is boring and won’t engage your learners. When we use stories for learning, the challenges should mimic the kinds of issues learners will face in their real workplace. You don’t need an evil villain in your story, but you do need obstacles to overcome.
Podcast: Instructional Design Certificate or Master’s Degree
Listen to the recording of my conversation about instructional design certificates and master’s degrees with Luis Malbas and the TLDC community.