Integrating Articles with Other Interactive Instructional Methods
- Simulations
Simulations can be embedded in instructional articles that set the stage for the simulated
activity. Simulations usually require more web development expertise but can be a useful
strategy for learners needing to practice using software or working through the installation
or repair of complex equipment. Simulations can also be used to enable students to explore
various paths through important human interactions.
We invite you to
participate in a simulation
called, "The Selling Experience." This low bandwidth audio simulator was designed by
The Experience Builders
of Chicago, IL. In this scenario, excerpted from a larger course, you are a sales person charged with
getting commitments from a potential client. Immediately prior to the simulation you would have been
given some instruction on the recommended sales approach before interacting with the prospect. In the
simulation, if you apply the recommended approach, you will progress deeper into the sales cycle. If
you fail to apply the methodology you'll encounter a variety of sales roadblocks. This type of learning
strategy is task-oriented and self-directed, another application of the principles of andragogy.
- Self-Evaluations
Self-evaluations tend to be quiz questions, such as multiple choice or true/false.
Increase motivation and learner involvement by making the self-evaluation more interactive
using a “drag-and-drop” design to match correct answers with their questions or by constructing
a game, such as a crossword puzzle. In a crossword puzzle, the critical cues for the Down and
Across words may be taken from the definitions of key terms within the course. Instructional
articles may use self-evaluations as links for review or more in-depth explanations.
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