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3 classic tips

3 classic tips for writing training scenarios

Posted on: 20 August 2019 Last updated on: 2 December 2020 Written by: Cathy Moore
How to write a strong mini-scenario, why you want to use “showing” feedback, and how to make your characters sound like real people: Three classic scenario tips from my blog. Learn more.
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New example scenarios to inspire you

5 new scenario-based training examples to inspire you

Posted on: 31 July 2019 Last updated on: 2 December 2020 Written by: Cathy Moore
Check out these examples of branching scenarios, and examine the design decisions behind them. Read more.
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3 cool ideas to steal for your training scenarios

3 branching scenario examples to give you ideas

Posted on: 8 May 2018 Last updated on: 2 December 2020 Written by: Cathy Moore
Here are some sample scenarios showing different ways to provide background information, plus a unique way to show the consequence of a decision. Learn more.
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Do you need a branching scenario or a mini-scenario?

2 types of elearning scenarios: branching and mini

Posted on: 24 April 2018 Last updated on: 2 December 2020 Written by: Cathy Moore
What type of scenario do you need? Will a one-scene mini-scenario be enough, or do you need a branching scenario? Learn more.
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Scenario based training design: 3 ways to help people learn from mistakes

3 ways to help people learn from mistakes in branching scenarios

Posted on: 3 April 2018 Last updated on: 4 March 2021 Written by: Cathy Moore
I’m in your branching scenario, and I’ve made a bad choice. Can I go back and change my decision, or do I have to continue, looking for ways to recover from my mistake? It depends! Learn more.
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Scenario design: The process

4-step process for writing scenarios for training

Posted on: 27 March 2018 Last updated on: 11 December 2019 Written by: Cathy Moore
Want to write a scenario? Don’t just jump in. You’ll save time and create a stronger story if you follow this process. Learn more.
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How to design software training, part 2

How to design software training, part 2: Practice activities

Posted on: 21 March 2018 Last updated on: 27 February 2023 Written by: Cathy Moore
Here’s an alternative to traditional software training: Create self-contained activities that help people learn by doing, and make the activities available on demand. Learn more.
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What's the real cost of eye candy?

What’s the real cost of eye candy?

Posted on: 10 January 2017 Last updated on: 20 December 2020 Written by: Cathy Moore
“We need eye candy!” But at what cost? If we spend too much time on images, we don’t have time to create challenging activities. Will people really reject a text-only activity? Learn more.
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7 ways to make dialog sound natural

7 ways to make dialog sound natural in your training scenario

Posted on: 17 October 2016 Last updated on: 27 February 2023 Written by: Cathy Moore
Do your scenario characters sound like robots? Try these 7 powerful tips to write natural dialog and give your characters some character. Learn more.
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Scenario example: Chainsaw training!

Elearning scenario example: Chainsaw training!

Posted on: 2 June 2016 Last updated on: 4 March 2021 Written by: Cathy Moore
Your new client wants you to design training for chainsaw users. But what does he really need? And could I possibly be serious about this scenario? Learn more.
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