“Instructional Design is the systematic development of instructional specifications using learning and instructional theory to ensure the quality of instruction. It is the entire process of analysis of learning needs and goals and the development of a delivery system to meet those needs. It includes development of instructional materials and activities; and tryout and evaluation of all instruction and learner activities.” Source: www.umich.edu
The ADDIE framework is used by instructional designers and training developers as a descriptive guideline for building effective training.
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AnalysisThe analysis phase is focused on gathering data needed to answer the question of "Why this? Why now?" It's the "who, what, when, where, and why" of the design process.
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DesignThe design phase creates the blueprint for the entire training by identifying learning objectives, content, lesson planning and levels of performance.
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DevelopmentThe development phase is where all of the training materials are built and tested, including facilitator guides, participant guides, slide decks, job aids and more.
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ImplementationImplementation is when the training is delivered to the target learner population and evaluation begins.
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EvaluationEvaluation helps determine if the training was successful, how it can be improved for the future, and if skills were mastered.