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Brilliance by Design

Creating Learning Experiences that Connect, Inspire, and Engage

Vicki Halsey

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Question 1 of 8
According to the Brilliance Learning System, what is the '70/30 principle'?
  • A. Teachers should spend 70 percent of their time planning and 30 percent teaching.
  • B. Learners should talk 70 percent of the time, while the teacher talks 30 percent of the time.
  • C. 70 percent of the classroom content should be theoretical, while 30 percent should be practical.
  • D. Teachers should focus 70 percent of their attention on struggling students and 30 percent on advanced students.
Question 2 of 8
Why does the author use the analogy of glass sculptor Dale Chihuly?
  • A. To demonstrate how fragile the learning process is if not handled with extreme care.
  • B. To illustrate the importance of visual aids and physical artistry in classroom design.
  • C. To show how capitalizing on the synergy of collective skills creates a masterpiece of shared knowledge.
  • D. To emphasize that teaching, like glassblowing, requires years of solitary practice to master.
Question 3 of 8
What is the primary purpose of sending learners pre-event materials like an article or study guide before a session?
  • A. To overwhelm the learners with information so they realize how much they need the class.
  • B. To test the learners' baseline knowledge so the teacher can grade them on day one.
  • C. To encourage pre-thinking and help learners connect what they already know to the upcoming content.
  • D. To replace the first hour of the actual class session with independent reading.
Question 4 of 8
In the 'Navigate' phase of the ENGAGE model, what is a 'jigsaw activity'?
  • A. An exercise where learners piece together a physical puzzle to build teamwork and communication skills.
  • B. An activity where learners are assigned individual topics to read about and then teach their specific part to a small group.
  • C. A method of breaking down a complex 60-minute lecture into 15-minute segments separated by breaks.
  • D. A brainstorming session where students randomly shout out ideas to solve a complex problem.
Question 5 of 8
How does an instructor help learners 'Generate meaning' (the G in the ENGAGE model)?
  • A. By having learners memorize the dictionary definitions of key terms.
  • B. By asking learners to reflect on the initial objectives that drove them to take the course and how the learning applies to their lives.
  • C. By providing a detailed syllabus that outlines exactly what the teacher thinks is the most important takeaway.
  • D. By grouping students by their career fields so they only interact with similar professionals.
Question 6 of 8
When 'Gauging' student understanding through assessment, what does a 'synthesis' question test?
  • A. The learner's ability to recall basic facts, information, or data from the lecture.
  • B. The learner's ability to concretely demonstrate a specific skill through a guided role-play.
  • C. The learner's ability to create or envision new possibilities using their knowledge, such as writing a new case study.
  • D. The learner's ability to recite the exact words and definitions the teacher used to explain a concept.
Question 7 of 8
According to the 'Extend' phase of the ENGAGE model, what is the critical timeframe for learners to use and think about their new learning?
  • A. Within 24 to 48 hours of the end of the class.
  • B. Exactly one week after the session concludes.
  • C. Immediately during the final 10 minutes of the lesson.
  • D. At the end of the month during a formal performance review.
Question 8 of 8
Why does Vicki Halsey emphasize the importance of self-care for instructors?
  • A. It allows the teacher to grade papers more efficiently during off-hours.
  • B. It ensures the teacher has enough personal anecdotes to share during lectures.
  • C. It is a mandatory requirement for the Brilliance Learning System certification.
  • D. If the teacher isn't feeling restored and brilliant, they will have a hard time bringing out their learners' brilliance.

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Brilliance by Design Summary & Overview

Brilliance by Design (2011) is all about creating learning experiences that bring out the brilliance in every student. Targeted at coaches, teachers, mentors, and anyone who spends time in a classroom, it provides a handy and helpful model for high-impact instructional design that will inspire and motivate learners. 

Who Should Listen to Brilliance by Design?

  • Teachers looking to add tools to their repertoire
  • Mentors having a hard time energizing their mentees
  • Anyone who spends time at the front of a classroom

About the Author: Vicki Halsey

Vicki Halsey is an instructional designer, speaker, and author with experience as a teacher, counselor, and school administrator. Currently, she serves as the Vice President of Applied Learning for the Ken Blanchard Companies, which specialize in workplace learning, productivity, and leadership training. She is the coauthor of Leading at a Higher Level, The Hamster Revolution, and The Hamster Revolution for Meetings.

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