Instructional Design Fundamentals

Instructional design applies learning science to create effective training. Understanding fundamentals improves any learning initiative.

Start with clear, measurable objectives. What should learners be able to do after training?

Analyze your audience. Prior knowledge, motivation, and context shape design decisions.

Select appropriate strategies. Different objectives require different instructional approaches.

Develop engaging content. Good design holds attention and facilitates understanding.

Evaluate and iterate. Testing with real learners reveals improvements you can't anticipate.