What is instructional design?
According to the Association for Talent Development (ATD), instructional design:
...also known as instructional system design (ISD), is the creation of learning experiences and materials in a manner that results in the acquisition and application of knowledge and skills. The discipline follows a system of assessing needs, designing a process, developing materials and evaluating their effectiveness.
How can an instructional designer help me?
An instructional designer can help you:
- ensure assessments are in alignment with lesson and course-level outcomes;
- increase clarity and/or specificity (e.g., instructions, rubric criteria/levels);
- identify and eliminate issues related to copyright;
- complement text and/or presentations with visuals;
- prioritize accessibility by employing universal design for learning (UDL);
- create assessments that are varied and meet the needs of all learners;
- develop clear, assignment-specific rubrics;
- generate interactive components such as games, simulations, and practice activities;
- curate relevant, professionally-developed media; and
- translate text into dynamic and engaging multimedia content.
How do I set up a consultation with an instructional designer?
Already know what you'd like help with? To set up a consultation, please email asktei@sjcme.edu.