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Developing self-instructional learning materials--a case study.

A M Smith
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A case study in the development of a self-instructional learning unit is presented. A seven-step systems approach "Design for Learning Programs" was followed in the development of a self-instructional unit on "The Direct Coombs' Test." Each step of the process as well as the problems encountered in producing a self-instructional package is described. This model is adaptable to other learning design situations.

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A M Smith. 1979. Developing self-instructional learning materials--a case study.. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/517560/

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