Topic 7 Custom-built learning

The previous pages have shown examples of established, reusable question types and interactivities that can be applied to a range of different courses. Consistency is key for the student experience and we would always recommend agreeing in advance which elements will be used across the courses in a programme, and sticking to that choice.

But sometimes there is a need to create custom models for particular courses, and below is an example of one from a course aimed at medical professionals which seeks to simulate interactions with a patient and their family and capture thoughts within a specific structure.

This interactive layout asks the course participant to fill out four boxes with questions to ask the family of a child with a certain medical condition. The "Show exemplars" button allows them to see suggested questions, and they can toggle between their questions and the suggested questions to compare. There is also a "Print completed form" button which flattens the graphical layout and prints the student's answers alongside the exemplars.

What questions would you ask the family?
Function: mobility, hand skills, communication, feeding, continence, dressing

My answer

Exemplar

Movement – can they sit, stand, move?
Hand skills – can they grip, build, use a pencil?
Communication
• Understanding - expect two to three-word level
• Expression - expect two to three-word sentences
Feeding – can they use fingers, fork and spoon?

Associated problems: screening, hearing, vision

My answer

Exemplar

Renal
• any medications?
• ask about drinking, any UTIs?
• check BP, U+E
Spine and range of movement at hips, knees and ankles.
Behaviour – any problems?
Check about vision and hearing

Family

My answer

Exemplar

Ask about family structure – parents together, any siblings?
Ask about family support?
Are appropriate benefits in place?
What is the family finding challenging?

Participation: school, play/groups, independence

My answer

Exemplar

Difficulties in play groups?
At nursery?

Print completed form

 

You have now seen a selection of the different features, interactive elements, learning support functions and assessment capabilities that Courseworker by CAPDM can offer. To find out what we can do for you please get in touch at www.capdm.com/courseworker/.