SWOT Analysis
Students assess a situation using a SWOT Analysis to identify recommendations.
Why Create this Learning Experience
Performing a SWOT analysis is a valuable skill for all disciplines. It’s a viable way to determine the viability. By performing an assessments students are able to gain new insights from problems or concerns.
To foster an interactive and engaging activity be sure to clearly articulate the expectations and establish parameters within the prompt. See the additional considerations on how to appropriately use this activity.
Prompt
Assessment Type: Graded
Recommended Learning Tool: Assignment
Learning Domain: A robust online course will incorporate a variety of learning domains to support students’ achievement of the course outcomes. This activity is best suited for a Mid to High cognitive function.
If you are actively collaborating with a designer, please direct them to this resource if you are interested in utilizing this learning experience. It can be applied or adapted to your online course.
Additional Considerations
Consider the following recommendations to execute this activity effectively:
- It is recommended to start with a smaller topic for undergraduate courses to allow students a chance to practice the technique. Graduate level courses could employ advance topics.
- It may be beneficial to hold a debrief after this activity.
- Within your institution’s Learning Management System (LMS), utilize a discussion forum or assignment type.
- Clearly articulate activity instructions and expectations, such as purpose, context, collaboration methods, submission format, deadlines, netiquette, model submission examples.
- Consider a rubric to provide students with directions and how their submission(s) will be evaluated.