Instructional Design Theory

Course Description

This course will introduce the student to the principles of instructional design as applied to computer based training. Skill development will include goal analysis, performance objective writing, instructional strategies, and instructional materials creation.

Main Topics Covered

• Instructional Design Theories: An Overview
• Phases in Instructional Design
• The Analysis Phase
• Role of the Subject Matter Expert
• Design Phase
• Performance Objectives
• Assessment Measures
• Writing Test Items
• Effective Learning Experiences
• Instructional Strategies
• Instructional Media
• Motivation
• Online Learning
• Storyboarding
• Evaluation
• The Future of Instructional Design

Course Competencies

Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:

• Identify effective instructional design methods.
• Utilize instructional design methods to create effective instructional materials.