The Scenario activity is one of the most versatile. Scenarios can address a variety of different types of learning objectives, ranging from knowledge and comprehension to analysis and synthesis.
DESIGN USAGE
Weighing trade-offs
When a participant needs to gain a deeper understanding of doing one action over another action.
Evaluating impacts
When a participant needs to evaluate the benefits of having something happen immediately with the potential unintentional consequences of the future.
Understanding basic concepts
Like a multiple-choice knowledge check, a simple scenario can convey basic knowledge and check for understanding.
Analyzing a situation
A well-written scenario and some artifacts added to the Resources can be used to create a rich situation that requires deep thinking and/or dialogue with team members.
Evaluating options
The nature of having two or more options provides insight into a participant's ability to evaluate options in the context of the situation or simulation performance indicators.
CONTENT + WORD COUNT
Determine the number of options (min 2 - max 5)
Activity title (maximum of ~7-10 words)
Scenario set-up/question (maximum of ~70 words)
Available options (maximum of ~25-30 words each)
PRO TIPS 💡
The Perspectives add-on can be added (see slide 19)
The Decision Rationale add-on can be added (see slide 16)
When writing a scenario, think about the type of dialogue you want participants to have and/or what “aha!” is needed during the debrief.
Keep scenarios short. Lengthy scenarios are hard to decipher, especially for an international audience.
Don’t feel compelled to create three options - a simple two-option scenario can create rich debate.
