Instructional Design & Curriculum Development Flashcards
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Which instructional design theory emphasizes that learning occurs best when it is anchored in authentic, real-world problem-solving contexts?
Answer: Situated learning theory
Situated learning theory, associated with Lave and Wenger, holds that knowledge is best acquired within authentic contexts that reflect real-world use.
An instructor reduces extraneous cognitive load by presenting diagrams and their labels simultaneously rather than separately. This applies which principle?
Answer: Spatial contiguity principle
The spatial contiguity principle (Mayer's multimedia learning) states that corresponding text and graphics should be presented near each other to reduce split-attention.
A CPI candidate designs a rubric with clearly defined performance criteria for each score level. This type of rubric is called:
Answer: Analytic rubric
An analytic rubric breaks performance into distinct criteria, each scored separately with defined descriptors for each level.
Which curriculum mapping approach documents what is actually taught, as opposed to what is intended or assessed?
Answer: Diary map
A diary map records what the instructor actually taught in real time, capturing the enacted curriculum rather than the planned one.
In Gagne's Nine Events of Instruction, 'informing learners of the objective' serves to:
Answer: Set expectations and focus attention
Informing learners of the objective helps set expectations, directs learner attention, and activates a mental framework for what they are about to learn.
A course redesign team uses a backward design process. What is the FIRST step in this approach?
Answer: Identify desired results and outcomes
Backward design (Wiggins & McTighe) begins by identifying desired learning outcomes before planning assessments or instructional strategies.
Which factor is MOST important when selecting delivery format for a postsecondary course?
Answer: Alignment with learner needs and course objectives
Delivery format should be selected based on how well it meets learner characteristics and the instructional goals of the course.