From the course: Instructional Design Essentials: Models of ID

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Choosing the right instructional design model

Choosing the right instructional design model

From the course: Instructional Design Essentials: Models of ID

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Choosing the right instructional design model

- Think of the instructional design model as a tool for getting the job done. Choosing the model that's right for you and your project is above all contextual, meaning it depends. And it depends on many things: the scale, scope, and complexity of the project, the experience and capability of the people who work on the project, the budget, resources, and timeline to get the job done, the importance and urgency of the learning need. All these factors must be weighed as you consider how you want to manage your project and deliver your training. So, really, what we need to remember is that instructional design is both an exercise in project management and a method for producing instructional materials, learner experiences, and learning outcomes. And you will need to think about both elements as you consider a design model. Here are some steps that can help guide you through your decision. First, begin with the end in mind and consider how you will evaluate the success of the…

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