As you watch the video below, look out for these learning points:

• Content Development starts after you already have a clear plan for learning objectives, key learning points and targeted skills.
• Draw inspiration from common plot structures for your interactive learning conversation
• Consider the interaction between the learning objectives to the plot to create a coherent narrative

When you are ready to consider: ”How are we going to teach this?” ⇒ it’s time for Content Development!

Look within! To develop effective content, one should consider the aspects of stories they love, such as dialogue or plot twists, and identify the common elements among them.

One commonality among stories is structure. The five-act story arc is particularly useful for short VR learning experiences, as it helps to build emotion and maintain a concise narrative.

• VR learning tends to be fairly short. At Talespin we target ~20 minutes.
• The five acts include: introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, and catastrophe. In VR learning, the plot-line serves as a driving force that propels learners through the learning objectives.

The timing and emotional context of introducing learning objectives can influence their effectiveness. For instance, it's easier to show empathy before emotions escalate.

• By considering the interaction between learning objectives and plot, designers can create a smooth, coherent narrative that helps learners grasp the necessary concepts.