scaffolding-and-progressive-disclosure

name	scaffolding-and-progressive-disclosure
description	Use when sequencing learning material. Scaffolding = build complexity gradually.

Scaffolding and Progressive Disclosure

Scaffolding: simple first, complex later. Each concept builds on previous. No prerequisite gaps.

Scaffolding pattern

Module 1: foundation (what is centering?) Module 2: simple application (measure centering on simple card) Module 3: variation (centering on different sets) Module 4: complex cases (edge cases, exceptions) Module 5: synthesis (combine with other axes) Module 6: real-world application (actual submission strategy) Each layer builds on previous; no skip-ahead.

Progressive disclosure

Within each lesson:

1. Big picture (what we're learning + why)
2. Core concept (simplest version)
3. Examples (apply to specific cases)
4. Variations (handle different scenarios)
5. Edge cases (tricky situations)
6. Recap (key takeaways)
7. Action (apply now)

Common scaffolding mistakes

1. Skipping prerequisites — jumping to advanced before foundation solid
2. Too much too fast — overwhelm
3. Linear when should be branching — different paths for different learners
4. No checkpoints — student doesn't know if ready for next level
5. Unclear next step — student lost

Where this fits in the X3 empire

Scaffolding design for CardPrepAI curricula.