Slide Deck Flow

Based on Robert Gagne's Nine Events of Instruction

Puzzle pieces linking Gagne's 9 events of instruction.

Nine Events of Instruction

Gagné's Nine Events

Robert Gagné developed the Nine Events of Instruction to help educators design learning experiences that align with how adults process and retain information. Grounded in cognitive psychology, his framework bridges theory and practice by offering a structured, step-by-step approach that guides learners from initial engagement to long-term mastery. Gagné emphasized that effective instruction should mirror the internal processes of learning, ensuring each stage—from capturing attention to reinforcing retention—is intentionally supported.

The example slide deck, Introduction to Semiconductor Manufacturing, illustrates how I apply Gagné’s model to prepare learners with foundational knowledge before entering the Apprenticeship Phase of their training. Designed as a blended module, it includes one hour of instructor-led discussion and three hours of individual learner engagement. The content introduces learners to semiconductor manufacturing processes and highlights the types of roles involved in producing high-quality semiconductors, demonstrating my ability to design effective, performance-focused learning experiences.

Introduction to Semiconductor Manufacturing

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1) Gain Attention – Capturing learners' interest.

Purpose: Prepares students to engage with the lesson.

Example: Learners "hunt” for definitions or real-world applications of the terms using their own knowledge or quick online searches.

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2) Inform Learners of Objectives – Clarifying what will be learned.

Purpose: Helps students understand the learning goals.

Example: Stating, “By the end of this lesson, you’ll be prepared for the Apprenticeship Phase."

Yesterday we learned how to...

3) Stimulate Recall of Prior Learning – Connecting new knowledge to existing understanding.

Purpose: Activates relevant background knowledge.

Example: Asking, “What do you remember about what you will gain from this course?

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4) Present the Content – Delivering instructional material.

Purpose: To give learners a high-level understanding of how semiconductor chips are made—from raw silicon wafer to finished product—and help them identify where their skills and experiences may align with different stages of the process.

Example: Using video, slides, a demonstration, or storytelling to explain concepts.

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5) Provide Learner Guidance – Assisting learners in processing new information.

Purpose: Supports comprehension and application.

Example: Giving step-by-step instructions or worked examples.There are six roles with brief descriptions and questions to help you identify those that are tailored to your strengths.

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6) Elicit Performance (Practice) – Encouraging active engagement.

Purpose: Reinforces learning through application.

Example: Assigning a set of practice problems. Your task is to review the six roles, highlight ones that interest you, and match thenm to your strengths.