Outlines a conceptual framework for using a problem-based learning model for teaching the Instructional Design Business Acquisition Process. Discusses writing a response to a request for proposal, developing a working prototype, orally presenting the solution, and the impact of problem-based learning on students' perception of their confidence in…

Identifies appropriate family law content and a pedagogical vehicle to support instructors interested in teaching family law to students of family studies and human development programs. Provides instructors with an overview of a family law course, a detailed model syllabus, strategies, and model assignments for using cooperative learning as the…

Discusses the increased emphasis on problem solving and problem-based learning in instructional design and the need for new methods for task analysis and models for designing instruction. Defines the rationale and means for analyzing, organizing, and presenting stories to support problem solving by case-based reasoning. (Author/LRW)

Many current marriage and family trainers focus on issues related to counseling theory, special issues, and techniques. This article proposes an integrative, comprehensive model of instructional design, using concepts based in learning theory and development. When implemented, this model can provide a consistent, developmentally sensitive training…

Evidence exists that many students experience difficulties in comprehending the complexities of instructional system design (ISD), and they simply memorize its principles, with low levels of understanding. This article explores what tasks a student who takes an ISD course does as he or she performs a project of systematic and systemic…

Discusses characteristics of well-structured content as it relates to the design of instructional technology resources. Topics include online course design; online learning; principles of designing for learning; multimedia learning resources; knowledge structures; digital learning resources; and differences in digital content. (LRW)

Discusses the increasing amount of educational content on the Internet for both educational and business applications and reviews basic learning theories, instructional design theories, and factors affecting successful Web-based tutorials. Proposes a model synthesizing instructional design pedagogy and Web design concepts. (Author/LRW)

Discusses various ways in which context may be interpreted to enhance learning and performance; illustrates domains of learning using a hockey team as an example; and suggests implications for learning, performance, and instructional design. Highlights include an ecological systems model; and examples of individual development, team learning, and…

Updates the Tennyson and Rasch linking theory, which proposes that instructional design can improve learning outcomes if there is an established link between learner mental processes and the means of instruction, delivery, and assessment. Includes behavioral, cognitive, and constructivist theories of learning; explains elaboration theory; and…

Presents strategies for improving the quality of student learning in the context of a final undergraduate project in mechanical engineering. Assesses outcomes of changing practice and shows that careful selection of project topics, good balanced groups, and individual tutorials stimulating peer interaction can foster a deep approach to learning.…

Compared multimodal instruction with text and pictures with unimodal text-only instruction as 44 college students used a visual or textual manual to learn a complex software application. Results initially support dual coding theory and indicate that multimodal instruction led to better performance than unimodal instruction. (SLD)

Describes how the cubic formula can be presented easily at the precalculus level, shows how to verify that the formula is correct, and identifies when it is profitable to use. (KHR)

Outlines what should be done before and during the analysis and design stages of the ADDIE (analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation) instructional systems design/development (ISD) process to increase the alignment of electronic learning (e-learning) content with performance. Provides an example with a system for developing…

Discusses problems with using tutorials for digital art assignments in higher education, including plagiarism, and suggests focusing on concept mastery and customizing assignments for better assessment. Provides three examples, including using shapes to draw a series of objects, designing a thumbnail gallery of 10 images, and creating a computer…

Discusses the use of Web-based instruction for distance education and describes the development of an online course for instructional design in a Masters program. Explains the use of the ADDIE model of instructional design that includes analysis, design, development, and implementation and evaluation. (LRW)