Instructional Design

November 6, 2014

Instructional Design Models And Theories: Dual Coding Theory

The Dual Coding Theory was introduced by Emeritus Professor of Psychology Allan Paivio in 1971. It emerged from Paivio’s research into how the brain processes information, particularly the way humans use both verbal and visual channels to encode, store, and retrieve knowledge. Over the decades, Dual Coding Theory has greatly influenced educational psychology and Instructional Design.

by Christopher Pappas

October 30, 2014

Instructional Design Models and Theories: Individualized Instruction Model

The Keller Plan, which is often referred to as “The Personalized System of Instruction”, was developed in the middle sixties by Fred Keller, J. Gilmour Sherman, and a number of other researchers and educational theorists, and relies upon the Individualized Instruction Model.

by Christopher Pappas

October 23, 2014

Instructional Design Models And Theories: Subsumption Theory

The Subsumption Learning Theory was developed in 1963 by the American psychologist David Ausubel. The theory focuses on how individuals acquire and learn large chunks of information through visual means or text materials.

by Christopher Pappas

October 17, 2014

Instructional Design Models and Theories: Problem-Based Learning

Problem-based Learning (PBL) was introduced by Howard Burrows, an American physician and medical educator, in the late ’60s within the framework of the medical program at McMaster University in Canada.

by Christopher Pappas

October 9, 2014

Motivate Your Learners! The Self-Determination Theory for e-Learning

Motivation—it’s something e-Learning professionals are always talking about. How do I motivate my learners? Why aren’t my employees motivated? What can I add to my e-Learning course to motivate learners to finish (and actually take away valuable knowledge)?

by Christie Wroten

October 8, 2014

Instructional Design Models And Theories: The Discovery Learning Model

In 1961, Jerome Bruner, an American psychologist, introduced the Discovery Learning Model. Let's explore it together.

by Christopher Pappas

September 1, 2014

How To Choose The Right Instructional Design PhD Program

If you're interested in Instructional Design at the University level, or if you want to expand your instructional design knowledge base even further, then you may want to consider an instructional design PhD program. These programs are ideally suited for those who have prior experience in the educational sector and want to gain a more comprehensive understanding of Instructional Design technologies, theories, and models. In this guide I'll highlight some Universities that you may want to consider, but first I'll share some tips that will help you choose the right instructional design PhD program for you.

by Christopher Pappas

August 26, 2014

How to Be a Successful Freelance Virtual Instructional Designer: Part 2

Whether this is your first rodeo as a freelance virtual instructional designer, or you’ve been in the industry for a while, we’ve got some valuable tips on how to master your craft. In part 2 of this series, SweetRush’s instructional design team lead Catherine Davis shares seven best practices for how to conduct yourself once you’ve landed a project.

by Catherine Davis

August 5, 2014

How to Be a Successful Freelance Virtual Instructional Designer: Part 1

Whether you’re just entering the market as a virtual instructional design freelancer, or you’ve been doing it for a while and want to be busier, this post is for you! SweetRush’s instructional design team lead Catherine Davis offers a two-part series on how to succeed as a virtual instructional design freelancer, starting with eight tips to land freelance projects.

by Catherine Davis

July 23, 2014

Becoming an Instructional Designer - Networking and Portfolios

This article is the last in a series about becoming an Instructional Designer. Check it out and learn about the value of Instructional Design networking and Instructional Design portfolios.

by Marina Arshavskiy

July 21, 2014

Suite of Online Instructional Design modules to bridge the gap between "Theory" and "Application"

Suite of Online Instructional Design modules to bridge the gap between "Theory" and "Application" - The journey of creating a suite of courses dedicated to best practices in Instructional Design.

by Asha Pandey

July 16, 2014

Becoming an Instructional Designer – Areas of Expertise and Credentials

This article is the second in a series about becoming an Instructional Designer. Check it out and learn about Instructional Design Areas of Expertise, Instructional Design Credentials needed to land a job, and components of an ideal instructional design program.

by Marina Arshavskiy