This document discusses different types of reflection activities and job aids that can be used for learning. It describes checklists that record steps or components, reference summaries that recap crucial information concisely, and glossaries that define terms. Calculators are also mentioned as performing calculations to eliminate memorization of formulas. Electronic job aids like glossaries, calculators, and e-consultants that dispense advice are highlighted.
3. Types of job aids Checklists record the essential steps in a procedure or components of a system. Format the checklist for printing. For online checklists, use checkboxes so learners can keep track of times completed. Reference summaries recap crucial information in a field. They are sometimes called a crib sheet or cheat sheet . One common form is the pocket-sized card listing commands of a computer program or their keyboard shortcuts. Glossaries define the terms, abbreviations, and symbols in a subject area. Calculators perform mathematical calculations for learners, eliminating the need to memorize formulas and complex tables. E-consultants dispense advice on complex situations. Glossaries, calculators and e-consultants make special use of electronic media, and will be described in greater detail.
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