Instructional design models: Introduction

1. Introduction

Instructional design is based on a planned and systematic approach to the creation of teaching materials and learning experiences. In order to facilitate this process and make it more effective, various instructional design models have been developed to serve as guidelines for teachers and designers in their work. The models do not offer a universal solution, but rather represent structures and steps that can be adapted to a specific context, type of learners and learning objectives. Their role is to ensure clarity, consistency and quality in all phases of the process – from needs analysis, through content design and development, to implementation and evaluation.

By using instructional design models, teachers and designers can avoid a haphazard approach and ensure that all elements of instruction are connected into a logical and coherent whole. In modern higher education, and especially in the digital environment, these models gain added value because they help align pedagogical goals with technological capabilities.

In this activity, the following instructional design models will be briefly introduced: