LEARNING THRU VR
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Last week’s assignment was to Peer-review our partner’s course. My partner’s review had a lot of positive praise for what I have created thus far. He made some well thought suggestions that I will apply when applicable within the module structure.
• Scenario-Based Questions: By adding diagnostic scenarios or fault code interpretations into my quizzes.
• Visuals: Create hydraulic diagrams or schematic snippets to test interpretation skills.
• Answer Feedback: Provide brief explanations for correct/incorrect quiz answers to reinforce learning.
• Objective Framing: Rephrase the TLW objectives to “Students will be able to…” for clarity.
• Rubrics: Add rubrics for peer reviews, service logs, and reflections to guide student performance.
• Discussion Depth: Enrich prompts with guiding questions or real-world examples.
• Accessibility Checks: Ensure all multimedia meets WCAG 2.2 standards (captions, alt text, readable fonts).
This week’s topic presented to us stated, “Given that many standard corporate ID projects last about 3 weeks, and this is week 8 of the session, how do you feel about working on a professional timeline?
My reflection on the question put me in two different thoughts.
First, working on a professional timeline feels second nature, especially in the context of my advanced hydraulics course on mobile heavy equipment. I’m currently designing it as a fully online, simulation-rich experience that integrates CDX Learning Systems content with authentic scenarios and interactive assessments. That kind of project mirrors the pace and expectations of a corporate ID cycle, tight deadlines, clear deliverables, and iterative refinement. By week 8, I’ve already mapped out the Canvas modules, aligned them with accessibility standards, and begun embedding simulation tools that reflect real-world troubleshooting.
Second, being a full-time employee and a full-time master’s student can be overwhelming, which limits my applicable time designing a course. I believe that if I were to only be designing courses full-time, that I could produce well within the timeline.
The 3-week corporate timeline pushes me to think like a consultant: What’s the core value? What’s the learner’s experience? How do I deliver impact without overcomplicating the build?
Honestly, I thrive under those constraints. They force clarity, creativity, and decisive design. It’s not just about finishing, it’s about crafting something that works in the field, not just the classroom.
Until next week ...