Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Changing a Tire

Tires are an essential part to a vehicle as they are what "enables better vehicle performance by providing a flexible cushion that absorbs shock while keeping the wheel in close contact with the ground" (Wikipedia). We rely on tires to help our car get from point A to point B safely. So, what do we do if one of our tires goes flat? We change it! However, easier said than done as most of us are unaware of the process to changing a tire. Therefore, in this week's discussion, post step-by-step instructions on how to change a tire.

Think about the steps to changing a tire, materials needed to complete the job, and any helpful tips you can provide to someone who is unfamiliar with the process. Below are two images that provide an example of what a job aid can look like. Please note that these are models and not intended to be the only formats you can utilize - feel free to be as creative as possible!

Example 1:


Example 2:





By Tuesday:

Prepare a discussion post like you are producing a step-by-step handout on the process to changing a tire. Be sure to include detail such as all the materials needed, what order things need to be in, etc. as our audience is people who do not know how to change a tire. Please utilize Microsoft Word, Publisher, Adobe Photoshop, or any other resource found in the "Resources" link to the left. If you would like to utilize another program outside of the ones mentioned, please acquire approval from the instructor. Save your handout in PDF format with the file name Discussion5+Last Name. For example, Jane Doe's file name would be "Discussion5Doe".


By Friday:

Read your colleague's discussion posts and review their handouts. While reviewing, respond to at least two of your peers' postings in two of the following ways:

  • Feedback on format and creativity of the handout
  • Feedback on the content (steps to changing a tire - were they all included?)
  • Additional steps you might add
  • Questions about their handout and/or content
  • Comparing handouts (yours to theirs)
  • Feedback on if handout was appropriate for audience

By Sunday:

Return to the discussion forum to read responses to your initial posting and comments on peers' posts to continue the discussion and reflect on knowledge you gained this week.



Click here for the discussion rubric to help guide you to your desired grade: Changing a Tire Discussion Rubric