1. Analysis Phase
The Analysis Phase is the foundational stage of the ADDIE Model. Here, a comprehensive needs assessment should be conducted to determine specific learning goals and objectives. This involves collecting and analyzing data to understand the characteristics and requirements of the target audience.
By carefully examining the needs of learners, instructional designers can tailor their strategies to meet those needs effectively.
In order to do that, information gathering tools such as surveys, rubrics, interviews, or achievement tests should be prepared or utilized to obtain learners status.
- Who's the target audience?
- What're their learning needs and goals?
- How much do learners already know about this topic?
- Know your stakeholders
2. Design Phase
In the Design Phase, In the Design Phase, insights gathered during the analysis phase are utilized to develop comprehensive instructional strategies. Drawing upon various learning theories, they create detailed plans encompassing content, activities, and assessments.
This phase ensures that the instructional materials are aligned with the identified objectives and tailored to the learning preferences of the audience.
Understanding and clarifying this phase for each stakeholder will ensure that the project proceeds efficiently and reduce the possibility of revisions. This phase includes all methods, ranging from designing learning objectives and data collection tools. You should take into account all aspects of the content creation process.
- Designing learning objectives
- Creating a general course outline
- Matching content to learning objectives
- Mapping curriculum
- Time planning and setting milestones
- Which devices and platforms will be used?
- Which learning tools to use (animation, game, podcast, interactive video, infographic, presentation etc.)
- How to deliver the course (in-person video calls, pre-recorded segments, group chats)
- What assessments to include, grading criteria, levels of communication, and feedback.
- How will learning data be collected?
3. Development Phase
The Development Phase involves the actual creation of instructional materials based on the design specifications. Instructional designers design and produce various resources, such as presentations, handouts, and multimedia content.
Additionally, they conduct thorough testing and revision processes to refine the materials and ensure their effectiveness in facilitating learning. You may need additional resources in this phase, so you sometimes need to go back to the design process in order to provide necessary materials.
- Produce design approach template, storyboards and design assets
- Writing script with SMEs
- Designing learning tools according to the script
- Quality control and revision tracking
4. Implementation Phase
During the Implementation Phase, instructors and learners are prepared for the delivery of instruction. This involves training instructors on how to effectively use the instructional materials and providing support to learners as they engage with the content.
Formative evaluations are conducted throughout this phase to identify any areas requiring adjustments or improvements.
- Prepare learning environment and tools
- Launch the course
5. Evaluation Phase
In the Evaluation Phase, the effectiveness of the instruction is assessed through summative evaluations. Data collected during this phase is analyzed to determine the impact of the instructional design on learning outcomes.
By evaluating the results, instructional designers can identify strengths and areas for improvement, thus informing future iterations of the instructional program.
- Evaluate learning and production processes
- Communicate and gather feedback from project stakeholders and learners
