Branch and Bottleneck Scenario Structure
A branch and bottleneck scenario structure keeps the complexity of branching scenarios manageable while allowing a deeper progression over time.
Storytelling & Scenarios
Name Generators for Learning Scenarios
Use random name generators to quickly create character names for scenarios in learning. Different tools have different purposes and benefits.
Make Your Stories Relevant
Focus on relevant context and characters for stories to engage learners and get better results, rather than just trying to entertain participants.
Selling Storytelling in Learning
A prospective client called asking to convert some training to online. This is our (fictionalized) conversation about using a scenario-based approach to the course.
Storyline Interaction: Text Message with Scoring
This Storyline interaction simulates a series of text messages where you choose from three response options. Each response is assigned a score, which determines the final feedback message.
Articulate Rise Scenario Block Example
Review the pros and cons of the Articulate Rise scenario block. It’s quick and easy to build branching scenarios, but has limitations in functionality and flexibility.
Connect Scenarios to Objectives Plus More Tips
Bryan Jones from eLearningArt invited me and 59 other eLearning people to share their single best tip for creating effective eLearning scenarios.
Translations of My Writing
Several of my posts have been translated to other languages. I’m grateful to these translators who are bringing my content to a wider audience.
Choosing Branching Scenarios When They Matter Most
Branching scenarios are great, but when are they worth the time and effort required to create them?
When Should You Avoid Branching Scenarios?
Branching scenarios are great. However, no solution is the right approach 100% of the time. Sometimes, another strategy makes more sense.