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Storyline Design: Phishing Simulation Demo
I just launched a phishing simulation that's getting some great feedback and I wanted to share it out here.
Instead of using imagery that focus on the level of potential risk (hackers, broken computers, etc.), I designed the course's graphics and interactions to be a more positive experience than other IT security courses I've seen. It's the difference between designing around a scarcity mindset versus an abundance mindset. The training adopts a coaching tone to highlight common strategies to look for in phishing attempts.
Here's the link: Phishing Simulation Sample
Is anyone else out there building compliance courses with delight and engaging visuals at the forefront? I'd love any feedback you may have!
Hello everyone! Thanks for your patience. Here is a link to download the Phishing simulation: http://marcusmiers.com/freebies.html
This is super cool! I love the realistic examples and that you can actually hover over the different elements like you would in real life. Thanks for sharing, Marcus!
Thanks, Allison!
Nice work, Marcus! I like the positive tone, including the lighthearted messages (e.g., dental reminder).
Thanks, Judy!
Brilliantly simple but effective simulation
Thanks, Matt!
THis is super cool. can you sahre the story file?
Hi Maureen, I'll reach out to you in a direct message!
Hi Marcus! Are you willing to share the storyline file with me as well? We're in the midst of revamping our security compliance learning and I'd love to see how you created this awesome quiz!!
Great to see, that not everyone goes the same way to tell the always same story.
Now that I read a lot about better design, I feel a bit confused. An outstanding idea (regarding mindset to address) can go with quite conventional design methods, which are just unusual in that context.
There are so many things we're just used to interpret conventionally, that a mix may be a risk, but a chance as well. And yet any other mix in a totally different context could go awfully wrong.
"Doing it different with decency" may be the golden rule. Or which formula would you derive from this awesome experiment?
Anselm, that's a great thought. Using thoughtful design, in both graphics and curriculum development, should hopefully lead to novel experiences for our learners.
It's a tricky balance choosing tone and aesthetic when it comes to training. Certain topics can't be treated with levity, but that doesn't mean all topics require a semi-punitive backdrop.
One framework I've been using to help in the design process is the SCARF model, developed by Dr. David Rock. It has helped identify potential areas that put learners in a heightened emotional state, leading to reduced cognitive engagement with the content. The SCARF model has influenced both what goes into the course and how it's ultimately presented.
The background and the scenarios are really good, besides the fish hovering on the side! Nice touch!
Real nice...very engaging. Thanks.
Greatings from Spain. Real nice. Can I have the story? Thanks
Jesus Escribano
Beautiful experience, thanks for sharing!
I'm looking at doing something similar, and something our team has identified as a reason employees don't do well identifying phishing attempts is because they are in a hurry. This got me thinking, have you considered adding a timer or sorts that either counts down or counts up? That may add a sense of urgency that is more common when looking at emails, and then they can try and beat their best score if you have additional questions to pull from for multiple attempts.
Hoping to create something like that myself, but would love any tips or suggestions if you can share (including the files!). If not, I totally get it.
Thank you!
Thanks!
The thought of doing a timer is great. I've built timers in the past, and that seems like it would take things to the next level because of how it nods to the reality of people quickly jumping through their emails.
I'll send the files along, Greg.
Wonderful, thank you Marcus!
