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Case study 04 · Higher education

College of Naturopathic Medicine

Higher education teaching supported by a practice-focused presentation designed to help adult learners connect professional concepts with real clinical situations through discussion, reflection and application.

Designed for
adult learners.

The evidence highlights how instructional design extended beyond presentation slides to include facilitated discussion, questioning techniques and practice-based learning activities that prepared learners for professional practice.

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Practice-Based Presentation

Designed a structured presentation that combined professional guidance with facilitated discussion, helping learners connect theory with authentic clinical practice.

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Facilitated Learning

Facilitated interactive learning sessions using discussion, reflection and peer learning to create an engaging, supportive classroom environment

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Question-Led Learning

Used guided questioning to activate learners' prior knowledge, encourage discussion and build understanding before introducing new concepts.

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Professional Practice

Designed learning activities around realistic professional scenarios, helping learners develop the communication skills and practical judgement required in clinical practice.

A higher education learning experience combining instructional design, facilitated discussion, questioning and professional practice to support confident, practice-ready graduates.

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