LDTC 605 ~ Instructional Design Models

Widely used as an instructional design framework, this model incorporates five phases that evolve continuously. In the first phase of Analysis, the learning or knowledge gap is determined and concise learning objectives are defined. Next, the blueprint for the learning experience is created in the Design phase through selection of instructional strategies, course content and structure. The Development phase is just that, developing the learning materials with subject matter experts and other designers, to bring life to the design. Once developed, these materials are presented to learners through the Implementation phase, and and instructors are trained on the delivery process. Then, the Evaluation phase is about assessing the success of the instruction and effectiveness of materials through feedback and performance measurements.

The ADDIE model provides a structure framework for effective learning. It focuses on data-driven decision-making from analysis to evaluation and promotes a continuous improvement system for instructional design. While I appreciate the structural process of ADDIE and and will incorporate the five steps into my course development, it can be a very linear process that is quite inflexible. When dealing with complex learning needs, a more flexible and iterative process, such as agile, can involve learners in the design, incorporate evaluation in several phases and breakdown the development into shorter cycles.