persona-tester

What problem does it solve?

This Skill rigorously tests curriculum designs by simulating learner experiences, identifying potential friction points, and ensuring the material is accessible and engaging for diverse audiences before real learners encounter it.

Core Features & Use Cases

• Persona Walk-Throughs: Simulates how each defined learner persona navigates the curriculum module by module, documenting their potential experiences, confusions, and engagement levels.
• Friction Mapping: Scores each persona-module interaction across five critical dimensions (cognitive accessibility, engagement, relevance, prerequisite readiness, transfer potential) to pinpoint specific weaknesses.
• Differentiation Strategies: Generates tailored responses and adjustments for identified friction points, including role variations, scaffolding, alternative assessments, and facilitation cues, adapting to different delivery formats.
• Use Case: A course designer uses this Skill to validate a new online training program. The Skill simulates two distinct learner personas (e.g., a novice and an expert) through all modules, identifies that the expert persona struggles with prerequisite knowledge in Module 3, and suggests providing advanced reference materials for that specific module.

Quick Start

Use the persona-tester skill to evaluate the curriculum design for the 'beginner' and 'advanced' personas.