Instructional design
From my notes and experience
Instructional design is the science of creating detailed specifications for the development and implementation of materials that facilitate the learning of subject matter at all levels of complexity. It is the systematic development of instructional specifications using learning and instructional theory to ensure quality of instruction. It is the entire process of analysis of learning needs and goals and the development of a delivery system to meet those needs. It includes development of instructional materials and activities; and evaluation of all instruction and learner activities. (http://www.umich.edu/~ed626/define.html) Theories/Schools of thought Cognitive approach Cognitive learning theory is the basis for learning and instruction planning and design. The cognitive theory of learning is based on three main assumptions: there are two separate channels (auditory and visual) for processing information; there is limited channel capacity; and th