Learning Engineering / Concept
Contextual factor
Definition
A condition surrounding a design, such as learner needs, curriculum structure, timeline, resources, or technology, that can influence what is feasible or appropriate.
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Learning design is situated. Contextual factors can change over time and may cause teams to revisit decisions that were reasonable under earlier conditions.
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Sources and evidence
- Learning Engineering Design Decision Tracking — Discussion and Appendix 1 codebook; contextual influences on design; PDF pp. 12, 14 (direct)