Instructional Design Principles Flashcards
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Which of the following BEST describes the purpose of a job aid in instructional design?
Answer: A performance support tool that guides correct task completion at the point of need
Job aids are reference tools used on the job that reduce the need for memorization by providing step-by-step guidance at the moment of performance.
When selecting a delivery modality (e.g., eLearning vs. classroom), which factor is MOST critical to consider first?
Answer: The geographic distribution of learners and nature of the learning objectives
Learner distribution and the type of skills being taught (psychomotor vs. knowledge) should drive modality selection before logistical factors.
The 'E' in ARCS (Attention, Relevance, Confidence, Satisfaction) motivational model stands for:
Answer: ARCS does not have an 'E' — the model has four elements as listed
Keller's ARCS model contains exactly four components — Attention, Relevance, Confidence, and Satisfaction — there is no 'E' element.
Which instructional design principle suggests presenting new content from simple to complex?
Answer: Elaboration theory sequencing
Reigeluth's Elaboration Theory prescribes sequencing instruction from the simplest version of a task to progressively more complex elaborations.
An instructor wants to assess whether learners can apply concepts to novel situations. Which assessment type is MOST appropriate?
Answer: Scenario-based questions requiring application and judgment
Scenario-based assessments present new situations that require learners to apply knowledge, aligning with higher-order cognitive levels.
What does 'fidelity' refer to when designing simulations or practice exercises?
Answer: The degree to which the simulation replicates real-world conditions
Fidelity describes how closely a simulation or practice activity mirrors the actual performance environment in terms of physical, functional, and psychological realism.
In rapid prototyping instructional design, what is the main advantage over traditional linear ADDIE?
Answer: It allows stakeholders to review and provide feedback on working prototypes early, reducing costly late-stage revisions
Rapid prototyping surfaces design issues early through iterative stakeholder review of working drafts, making corrections less expensive and more aligned with real needs.