Addressing prior knowledge

Annex for a sample. The University of Turin provides academic certification in the form of an official diploma for programmes evaluated with an essay, test or exam. Distance learning programmes have most commonly applied the advanced method to-date. However, it can also be used as a promotional tool for other open activities. If applicable, include a question in the early assessment stage to assess whether a diploma is an important for a sizable portion of the participants.

Evaluating learning styles Understanding learning styles enables learning to be orientated according to the preferred method of participants. Everyone responds to and requires different stimuli to some extent or another. Therefore, each style should be considered in your training activity to maximise the learning potential of each individual in the group. Taking into account the diversity of participants will be an important aspect in the design and development phases when we think about all the other instructional parameters. It is important not only to consider the interplay of different participant learning styles, but also the impact of the facilitator and expert learning styles, as this will effect communication. A complete list and description of learning styles is available in