CPLP Instructional Design Principles 2

Question 1

Which instructional design approach is most suited for fast-changing content environments?

Accepted Answer

SAM (Successive Approximation Model)

Answer

The SAM model uses iterative, rapid prototyping cycles, making it ideal for environments where content changes frequently.

Question 2

What is 'chunking' in instructional design?

Accepted Answer

Breaking content into smaller, manageable units

Answer

Chunking involves organizing information into smaller segments to reduce cognitive load and improve retention.

Question 3

A needs assessment is conducted to:

Accepted Answer

Determine whether training is the appropriate solution

Answer

A needs assessment determines the root cause of a performance gap and whether training is the right intervention.

Question 4

Which type of assessment is administered before instruction to determine prior knowledge?

Accepted Answer

Diagnostic assessment

Answer

Diagnostic assessments are given before instruction to identify what learners already know and tailor content accordingly.

Question 5

In the Dick and Carey model, what comes immediately after identifying instructional goals?

Accepted Answer

Conducting instructional analysis

Answer

After identifying instructional goals, Dick and Carey prescribes conducting an instructional analysis to break down the goal into subskills.

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