Instructional Design Principles Flashcards

Which instructional design approach is most suited for fast-changing content environments?

Answer: SAM (Successive Approximation Model)

The SAM model uses iterative, rapid prototyping cycles, making it ideal for environments where content changes frequently.

What is 'chunking' in instructional design?

Answer: Breaking content into smaller, manageable units

Chunking involves organizing information into smaller segments to reduce cognitive load and improve retention.

A needs assessment is conducted to:

Answer: Determine whether training is the appropriate solution

A needs assessment determines the root cause of a performance gap and whether training is the right intervention.

Which type of assessment is administered before instruction to determine prior knowledge?

Answer: Diagnostic assessment

Diagnostic assessments are given before instruction to identify what learners already know and tailor content accordingly.

In the Dick and Carey model, what comes immediately after identifying instructional goals?

Answer: Conducting instructional analysis

After identifying instructional goals, Dick and Carey prescribes conducting an instructional analysis to break down the goal into subskills.

What is 'scaffolding' in the context of instructional design?

Answer: Providing temporary support to help learners master new skills

Scaffolding provides temporary instructional support that is gradually removed as learners gain competence.