Case-based strategies

Use a simulation to create a situation that calls for authentic decision-making in realistic conditions, including representative data and time constraints. Simulation can be technology-rich and highly realistic, or it can be simple and imaginative. Simulations will always necessarily have to include some practical limitations to the authenticity of the situation. Limitations can even be used to help focus on particular tasks or aspects of the whole task.

Example:

Use one of the free simulator engines available to create a simulation for a 12-hour forecast based on data you provide at 4 different time steps. Ask forecasters to write and justify their forecast.

Use the robust functionality of Quiz with different levels of hints and feedback

Use Lesson with different questionsand paths

Use a Q & A Forum where the first question is a description of a realistic scenario

Use Chat - a brief (containing data) could be given with task instructions and a time set for a discussion and completion of a task.

Use Forum - Example: Aviation communication (roles: pilot, forecaster, …) as a time restricted activity

Use Feedback with open ended and closed question.

Use external tools such as the Eumetcal/MetOffice case simulation tool.