The field of education is no stranger to fads. Usually, a new fad is really just a shiny twist on an old idea. But calling an idea something novel does not mean education has evolved. However, there are two new innovations in education that are not fads: augmented...
The idea of curriculum planning seems overwhelming. There are so many moving parts and spinning pieces that it seems complicated. However, the key to successful curriculum planning is in the very name: planning. Curriculum planning becomes easier if these five steps...
If someone made a sitcom about curriculum planning with the classic “odd couple,” those would be an instructional designer and a content writer. Though both have the same goal, to maximize learning, they have different approaches to the task. It is possible for one...
What is Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT)? Let’s start by defining what Computerized Adaptive Testing (CAT) is. CAT is a form of computerized testing that adapts based on the answers provided by the test-taker. The algorithm commonly starts with a medium or...
As we get ready to welcome 2020, we thought it would be a great idea to recap 2019 with our top 5 content development articles written this year. The primary reason these content development articles made it onto our list is due to the great value they provide to our...
