6 scenarios in a row....
May 30, 2011
Hi,
I am trying to build a Proof of Concept for a very "scenario-based" client project.
The client currently has 6 x scenarios in a row, they are all pretty typical, (with other explanatory detail on both sides). The format they take is:
"Scenario --> choose one of the 3 or 4 options --> get an explanation" - just built using web .html
I have used the "Tab Interaction" to create the first one with custom colours, some hidden slides and powerpoint hyperlinking for the second one, and now I am getting a bit stuck.
I am not keen on using the same techniques over and over, but maybe 6 of the same style in a row is the way to go here....?
Anyone got any ideas on an "interesting" way to differentiate between the 6 scenarios without them being to "samey", or could I just jump from one to another without the audience getting bored?
Just looking for a bit of "wow" here, and just stuck for ways to take this. It may just be a tiny detail, perhaps a slide between the scenarios, I would appreciate any ideas people have.
Thanks
Bruce
9 Replies
You could make them into "missions" and differentiate with contextual details (location, characters, conflict) and aesthetic details (colors / shapes).
If you were able to use missions... once the mission were completed, you could weave a checklist in to indicate the mission accomplishment already reached and which one comes next. This could be cleverly integrated into an after-action review, indicating the choices that were right and the choices that would have been wrong (1 - really wrong, 2 - not as terrible but still wrong, 3 - one that could go either way but should be avoided, 4 - right but not the best, 5 - the best choice given the circumstances).
Thanks Steve.
That gives me some ideas. I would need to see whether the "answers" can be ranked in order of "wrongness".
I am going to be having a session with them which goes over Quiz design, and Quizzing concepts, so perhaps this is where I need to find out whether this is possibilities.
I like the idea of the "after action review", but I would need to get more from them in terms of the answers...
I have access to graphical design teams, so I also like the idea of a run through theme, (for some reason I'm thinking simple white silhouettes on a background that uses one of the colours they use).
Hmmmm - some nice ideas here that would mean the 6 x "repeats" would be more appealing, and I have to say I do LOVE the idea of using the Tab interaction for scenarios.
Thanks again.
Bruce
Hi Bruce
I agree i think it would be good to use 6 tabbed interaction, differentiate then by changing the colour on the tabbed interaction.
How are you selecting the scenarios, I have a flash tool that stores variables in articulate, and will unlock a continue button when all six have been accessed, you just need access to flash to edit the file.
Phil
Thanks Phil.
I think that is too complex for what they want and need.
They have a pre-and post-test, so the scenario variables are just run through one by one. We could go more complex, but I think I need to stick with vanilla OOTB tools here. Thanks for the offer though.
I think the important thing here is to get the learning from the scenarios at a higher level than it currently is - using "Confirm and reiterate when they get it right, and add appropriate learning when they get it wrong".
This has been useful - sometimes it's just a small "Unlock brain" variable that's neded
Bruce
Hey Phil,
I would be interested in looking at that flash tool. What is it called and where did you get it???
Thanks mate,
Kat
Hi Kat
We wrote it internally based on James kingleys flash variables example in his blog, i am out of the office at the moment but will find it out and pm you a link when I am back in
Phil
No worries Bruce, I think sometimes our solutions can be too technical and we should focus more on the learning rather than the bells and whistles
But I do like my bells and whistles
Phil
Bruce,
With that many short scenarios, I might consider theming them with a classic TV/Radioshow approach. Lots of possibilities here...
"When last we left our brave adventurers..."
"In this episode, Johnny Closer faces his toughest sale yet..."
"Episode 4 of Lost in the Jargon: Keep it Simple..."
And of course the TV/Radio show theme certainly opens up some cool possibilities for look and feel of the Engage lauch page.
Hope this helps!
Thanks Bob.
I have a number of ideas to try now, so thanks for unlocking the braincells everyone
Bruce
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