iterative design process
effective learning event
- engages learners
- builds a relationship to performance
- inspires learner to use new skills
Principles of effective learning
- meaningful
- memorable
- motivational
Components of Effective Learning Events
- Context
- Challenge
- Activity
- Feedback
3 Phases
- preparation phase
- iterative design phase
- iterative development phase
3 Phases
- preparation phase
- iterative design phase
- iterative development phase
3 Phases - described
- preparation phase - gather background info; savvy start
- iterative design phase - project planning; additional design
- iterative development phase - design proof (functional demo); Alpha; Beta; Gold release - final deliverable
Before starting
- get background info
- get right people
- setup room
Savvy Start
- get ideas on the table from the start
- figure out what is/isn't important
- discuss, brainstorm, sketch, prototype, review ...repeat
- don't commit to a specific design, be flexible
Prototype
- focus on design not appearance
- don't spend too much time on any one thing - be ready to throw ideas away
- draw, stick figures, disposable
Review Strategy
- set review date
- prepare reviewers
- collect reviewer comments
- aggregate and prioritize comments
- create a revision plan for next deliverable
Each comment should have:
- reviewer's name
- location in module
- description of problem
- proposed solution