WHAT IS LEARNING DESIGN?

What takes learning from fine to fantastic? What are the tools, knowledge and expertise that go into designing a learning experience? What does a learning designer do and why do you need one?

In this section, I'll be answering these questions and more as I document my own learning in the field.

LEARNING THEORIES

The models of what it means to learn

The very first assignment of my Learning Design and Technology course invited us to explore the history of learning and the theories that have shaped the way we learn today.

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A.D.D.I.E MODEL

The original template for designing instruction

What does it take to build a learning course? The ADDIE model has long been the industry standard for course design

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DICK AND CAREY MODEL

A systems approach to learning design

A nine step model for creating learning plans which meet clear learning goals and which take into account the context of the instruction and assessment, and the needs of the learners

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UNDERSTANDING BY DESIGN

The "Backwards" framework for Instructional Design

Developed by Wiggins and McTighe, this framework, together with it's accompanying principles and guidance, is used to design robust learning experiences where the learner develops transferable skills and knowledge together with a deep understanding.

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