Overview

This page offers an introduction to instructional design and course development and guidance on selecting the right designing tools.. Read more ...

Analyze

The analysis phase provides the opportunity to examine specific information needed in order to develop effective learning interventions. This page focuses on the IDEA evaluation process used at RPI, teaching styles, and learning styles. Read more ...

Design/Develop

The design phase provides the opportunity to create "instructional blueprints" and the develop phase elaborates and builds on the teaching and learning objectives that were identified. On this page are listed some of the most common processes, tools, and recommendations for the design and developement of effective instruction. Some of the issues discussed are the design brief, syllabus, and copyright. Read more ...

Implement

The implementation phase is the actuall delivery of the course and provides the opportunity to roll out the instructional program. This page looks at the value of prototyping, teaching journal, and action research. Read more ...

Evaluate

During this phase, the effectiveness and efficiency of the instruction are examined, areas of strenghts and weaknesses are identified, so that adjustments can be made. This page provides a series of answers as to why, who, what, when, and how to evaluate. Read more ...