One of three versions of the Macmillan Learning Model, the Active Learning Model provides a visualization of the instructional and assessment elements that underlie a learning experience. This model provides instructors and institutions with a suggested sequence of instruction, assessment, non-cognitive and metacognitive components that can be used to design their digital learning experience.   ... View more

The third version of the Macmillan Learning Model, the Project-Based Learning Model, adds a project segment to the model, along with small group peer workshopping and large group discussion. Like the other versions of the model, instructors can use the suggested sequence of instruction, assessment, non-cognitive and metacognitive components to help them in their course design.   ... View more

Here we provide an evidence-based Learning Objective Strategy derived from a synthesis of the learning science literature. We begin by discussing the benefits of using learning objectives to drive learning experience design, then outline a research-based approach to the design of learning objectives.   ... View more

Here we provide an evidence-based strategy for assessment practice derived from a synthesis of the research literature. We begin by outlining the importance and benefits of addressing cognitive and noncognitive aspects of learning, then discuss the guiding principles of an effective assessment strategy, best practices in measurement, and features, capabilities of learning experience design that can enhance the assessment strategy and improve learner outcomes.   ... View more