Effective instructional design is a major prerequisite for desired learning outcomes. Even though the field of instructional design (ID) is relatively young, its multidisciplinary and rapidly evolving nature requires meticulous work to implement the most current evidence-based heuristics in instructional settings. The sixth edition of Designing Effective Instruction by G. R. Morrison, S. M. Ros...

Most instructional design practices are founded on relatively systematic, linear models which tend toward pseudoscientific determination of learning goals, measurable objectives and outcomes. However, this special issue’s contributors reveal approaches that transcend lock-step models. Collectively, their accounts center humanity-centered, co-constructed, adaptive to learner needs. In vein...

Cognitive load theory has been designed to provide guidelines intended to assist in the presentation of information in a manner that encourages learner activities that optimize intellectual performance. The theory assumes a limited capacity working memory that includes partially independent subcomponents to deal with auditory/verbal material and visual/2or 3-dimensional information as well as a...

For the past five issues of the Journal of Professional Issues in Engineering Education and Practice, we have examined a variety of teaching tools and techniques: the chalkboard, questioning, drama, physical models, and demonstrations. All of these tools are focused on the delivery of classroom instruction. All are valu­ able, and mastering them will undoubtedly improve your teach­ ing. However...

This approach is learner centered and focuses on creating supportive Cognitive theories of learning can help the instructional designer achieve a particular. In the same year, Brown, Collins, and Newman also developed the Cognitive Apprenticeship In practice, from an instructional designer's point of view, this can be is an obvious application of the Inquiry Learning approach, based on which. P...

The need for answers to these questions sparked my investigation into the available literature on learning theories and their implications for instructional design. I found many articles and internet sites that dealt with learning theory and ID, in fact, it was difficult to know when and where to draw the line. When I stopped finding new information, and the articles were reaffirming what I had...

The integration of advanced learning technologies in education has made the design and development of instructional units and courses a complex task. Instructional design languages are proposed as a conceptual tool to achieve more creative design solutions and to enhance communication in design teams. This paper reviews the state of the art in the development, application, and research concerni...