Scenario-based e-Learning Evidence-Based Guidelines for Online Workforce Learning

Scenario-Based e-Learning Scenario-Based e-Learning offers a new instructionaldesign approach that can accelerate expertise, build criticalthinking skills, and promote transfer of learning. This bookfocuses on the what, when, and how of scenario-basede-learning for workforce learning. Throughout the book, Clarkdefines and demystifies scenario-based e-learning by offering apractical design model illustrated with examples from veterinaryscience, automotive troubleshooting, sales and loan analysis amongother industries. Filled with helpful guidelines and a wealth ofillustrative screen shots, this book offers you the informationneeded to: Identify the benefits of a SBeL design for learners andlearning outcomes Determine when SBeL might be appropriate for your needs Identify specific outcomes of SBeL relevant to commonorganizational goals Classify specific instructional goals into one or more learningdomains Apply a design model to present content in a task-centeredcontext Evaluate outcomes from SBeL lessons Identify tacit expert knowledge using cognitive task analysistechniques Make a business case for SBeL in your organization Praise for Scenario-Basede-Learning "Clark has done it again—with her uncanny ability to makecomplex ideas accessible to practitioners, the guidelines in thisbook provide an important resource for you to build your ownonline, problem-centered instructional strategies." —M. David Merrill, professor emeritus at Utah StateUniversity; author, First Principles of Instruction "Clark's wonderful book provides a solid explanation of the how,what, and why of scenario-based e-learning. The tools, techniques,and resources in this book provide a roadmap for creating engaging,informative scenarios that lead to tangible, measurable learningoutcomes. If you want to design more engaging e-learning, you needto read this book." —Karl M. Kapp, Professor of InstructionalTechnology, Bloomsburg University; author, The Gamification ofLearning and Instruction