ACI Curriculum Design & Learning Objectives Flashcards

Which component is REQUIRED in every formal learning objective written for an ACI course module?

Answer: A measurable action verb

Every learning objective must contain a measurable action verb (e.g., 'demonstrate,' 'configure,' 'edit') so achievement can be observed and assessed.

In ACI curriculum design, what is the PRIMARY purpose of a course prerequisite list?

Answer: To ensure learners have the foundational knowledge needed to succeed

Prerequisites ensure students enter the course with the baseline knowledge and skills required to meet the learning objectives successfully.

An ACI instructor is building a Pro Tools mixing module. Which type of learning objective best captures the hands-on nature of mixing?

Answer: Psychomotor: 'Route a signal chain using Pro Tools mixer within 5 minutes'

Psychomotor objectives capture hands-on performance skills with measurable conditions and time criteria, making them ideal for software operation tasks.

Which of the following BEST describes 'chunking' in the context of ACI curriculum design?

Answer: Breaking content into small, logically grouped units to reduce cognitive load

Chunking organizes content into small, coherent units so learners can process and retain information without being overwhelmed.

When mapping ACI course content to the official Avid Learning Partner curriculum guide, what must an instructor verify for each topic?

Answer: That the topic is covered at the correct Bloom's level required by the guide

The Avid Learning Partner guide specifies the depth (Bloom's level) at which each topic must be taught to ensure exam alignment.

What is the recommended ratio of hands-on lab time to lecture time in an ACI-aligned technical training course?

Answer: 20% lecture, 80% lab

Avid ACI courses are skills-based, and industry best practice recommends approximately 80% hands-on lab time to develop practical software proficiency.