Backwards Design
The below chart reflects my work on a real-life project, an e-Learning course covering major topics in sexual health education geared towards Middle School and High School Health teachers. This particular module covers Barrier Methods (internal condoms, external condoms, dental dams, etc). I used a Backwards Design approach when developing the training, and it is a method I find to be incredibly helpful. A topic like Sex Ed has so many facets, that starting with essentials goals, questions, and objectives allows me to narrow my scope and not get too carried away. This approach helped me to have a better understanding of what skills and knowledge I was hoping participants left with, which then guided my approach and assessments. For instance, in this module, I am really wanting participants to feel more comfortable and confident discussing barrier methods with students and to be able to present instructions for use to the class. From there, I could identify that I wanted to ensure there was a basic understanding of the methods, a knowledge check, and an opportunity to practice the skill.
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