ACT Curriculum Design & Learning Objectives Flashcards
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An ACT trainer is revising curriculum after receiving poor post-course evaluation scores on a macOS networking module. Which revision action is most appropriate?
Answer: Conduct a task analysis to identify which specific objectives learners failed to meet
Task analysis pinpoints which objectives are unclear or poorly taught, enabling targeted improvements rather than wholesale removal.
What is the difference between synchronous and asynchronous delivery formats in ACT training design?
Answer: Synchronous occurs in real time with instructor and learners present; asynchronous allows self-paced learning
Synchronous delivery requires real-time interaction, while asynchronous allows learners to engage with content at their own pace independently.
When writing learning objectives for an ACT course, which verb is most appropriate for a knowledge-recall level outcome?
Answer: List
'List' targets the Remember level of Bloom's Taxonomy, requiring learners to retrieve discrete information from memory.
Which instructional strategy best supports transfer of learning from an ACT training to a trainee's real Apple support role?
Answer: Scenario-based practice that mirrors real workplace tasks
Scenario-based practice creates context that mirrors real job conditions, improving transfer by activating applicable skills.
A trainer needs to update a curriculum module because Apple released a new macOS version. What revision process step should come first?
Answer: Conduct an impact analysis to determine which objectives and content are affected
An impact analysis identifies which specific sections require changes, preventing unnecessary rewrites and maintaining curriculum integrity.
What is the purpose of a course map or curriculum outline in ACT training design?
Answer: To provide a visual overview of module sequence, learning objectives, and content dependencies
A course map shows how modules connect, ensuring logical flow and helping trainers and learners understand the full instructional journey.