Pieces of the Instructional Design Puzzle
Each ISDT course has enabled me to understand how the concepts contribute to the final picture. In the early stages of the program, I designed several items with the intention of repeated utilization; these infographics are often part of my instructional design process, and have been shared often within my personal learning network. Infographics are one of my favorite learning artifacts; the dual coding strategy is very effective in helping me retain content.
Instructional Planning
Model Design
In an exploration of instructional design, this model reflects how various theories and elements create a complex process. The wheel is intended to be dynamic, with the various elements aligning according to the organizational needs.
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THE POWER OF MOTIVATION
This interactive image, created in Thinglink, highlights the research behind the concept of motivation. It also suggests a few tech tools that correspond to the type of motivation the instructor is trying to activate.
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Here’s another example of Thinglink designed to discuss the research behind Critical Thinking.
The interactive graphic was created as a quick reference for instructional designers. These simple, visual graphics get to the heart of the topics quickly, reminding designers of key items to incorporate into their instruction, while the audio overlay goes deeper into the concept.
The OER Evaluation Model
A group project focused on open education resources lead us to create the “OER Model,” a framework on best practices of evaluating OER options within an organization. This graphic was used in conjunction with a PDF and audio file, designed to be part of an professional consulting pitch for OER assets.
Qualitative Study Methods
This infographic created for Qualitative Study Methods outlines the recommended best practices by Creswell and Poth in their 2008 publication, Qualitative Inquiry and Research Design.
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Learning Theory Quickstart Guide
The Learning Theories Quickstart Guide is a resource I’ve utilized often since its creation. This resource was created to identify the major learning theories and theorists that drive education today, and helps instructional designers make informed decisions about the theories they choose to use.
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