About this project

The goal of this project is to demonstrate my ability to bridge technical writing and instructional design. Using Formula 1 tyre strategy as a complex real-world topic, I drafted a learning proposal for a beginner-friendly e-learning course that translates technical rules and engineering trade-offs into simple, engaging visual lessons.

The Problem

Formula 1 is a sport driven by data. F1 broadcasts move fast and commentators generally speak using technical but known terms to a veteran audience.

This can leave newer fans confused about basic tyre rules, pit timing, and why teams make critical strategy calls.

The Solution

I designed a 3-module micro-learning course using the ADDIE framework and Backward Design. The course takes learners from basic facts to analysis:

• Module 1 (basics): Teaches instant visual recognition of the primary tyre compounds (red, yellow, and white).
• Module 2 (how it works): Explains the trade-off between instant grip speed and long-term tyre wear.
• Module 3 (putting it all together): Uses visual scenario cards to help learners evaluate 1-stop versus 2-stop pit strategies.

Challenges/Takeaways

Coming from a technical writing background, this project was a hands-on opportunity to apply formal instructional design methodologies learned during my studies at Seneca College:

• Applying methodologies: I practiced structuring an end-to-end curriculum using the ADDIE Model and Backward Design, ensuring every lesson directly supported a practical real-world outcome.
• Writing measurable objectives: I learned to use Bloom's Taxonomy to set clear, achievable learning goals, moving from simple recall in Module 1 to scenario evaluation in Module 3.
• Designing for audience scope and cognitive load: After mapping out my target audience, I eliminated overly dense technical compound codes (like C0-C5) to prevent cognitive overload. Instead, I focused on visual chunking and scenario cards so casual fans could learn the underlying mental models used by race strategists.
• Low-fidelity mockup: I created visual mockups to outline a proposed screen layout, demonstrating how to organize information clearly for a responsive web-based delivery before moving into full production.