Instructional Design & Curriculum Development Flashcards

Which of Mayer's multimedia principles states that people learn better from words and pictures than from words alone?

Answer: Multimedia principle

The multimedia principle supports pairing relevant graphics with text or narration.

A designer reads on-screen text verbatim while the same text is displayed on a slide. Which principle does this likely violate?

Answer: Redundancy principle

Narrating identical on-screen text can overload learners, which is the redundancy effect.

What is the key difference between synchronous and asynchronous course elements?

Answer: Whether participants interact at the same time

Synchronous activities occur in real time, while asynchronous ones allow learners to participate on their own schedule.

Which approach best supports learners who work full-time and live in different time zones?

Answer: Primarily asynchronous design with flexible deadlines windows

Asynchronous design with flexible windows accommodates varied schedules.

What does a pilot test of a new online course typically accomplish?

Answer: Replaces all evaluation

Piloting with a small group reveals issues to fix before wider rollout.

Which assessment type best measures a learner's ability to perform a real-world task?

Answer: Authentic performance assessment

Authentic assessments require learners to apply skills in realistic contexts.

Under Quality Matters-style standards, what should learners be able to find early in a course?

Answer: Clear instructions on how to get started and where to find course components

Orientation information helps learners navigate and begin the course confidently.