PTLam Explaining

Build the learner's mental model of one concept, then check that they can use it.

How does one concept become a usable mental model?

flowchart LR
    ResolveGoal["Resolve the learning goal"] --> LiteralModel["Build the literal model"]
    LiteralModel --> SelectDevice["Pick the teaching device"]
    SelectDevice --> ComposeExplanation["Write the explanation"]
    ComposeExplanation --> ReconstructionTest{"Reconstruction test passes?"}
    ReconstructionTest -->|"No"| LiteralModel
    ReconstructionTest -->|"Yes"| HandleFollowUps["Deliver, then handle follow-ups"]

1. Resolve the learning goal