Course Syllabus

Mastering Instructional Design Frameworks

Course Title: Mastering Instructional Design Frameworks: Practical Applications of ADDIE, SAM, and Bloom’s Taxonomy

Instructor: Santana Kujawa

Contact Information:

Email: kujawasantana@gmail.com

Course Duration: 4 Weeks (Self-paced)

Platform: Canvas LMS

Course Description

This course provides learners with a deep understanding of instructional design frameworks, including ADDIE, SAM, and Bloom’s Taxonomy. Participants will master the practical application of these frameworks to create structured, effective, and engaging e-learning courses. Designed for instructional designers, educators, and e-learning developers, the course bridges theoretical knowledge with real-world application to enhance professional competence.

Instructional Goal and Sub-goals

Instructional Goal: Learners will master instructional design frameworks to create effective, engaging, and user-centered microlearning modules.

Sub-Goals:

• Lesson 1 (Analysis Phase): Understand the ADDIE framework and learn to write measurable objectives using Bloom’s Taxonomy, focused on short, targeted instructional goals.

• Lesson 2 (Design Phase): Develop a detailed course outline for a microlearning module using ADDIE’s Design Phase and SAM’s iterative design approach.

• Lesson 3 (Development Phase): Create and refine microlearning content (such as a presentation, video, or interactive activity) using SAM’s iterative development principles.

• Lesson 4 (Implementation and Evaluation Phases): Implement the microlearning module and evaluate its effectiveness using Bloom’s Taxonomy and feedback-based evaluation strategies.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Analyze instructional needs and define measurable learning objectives using Bloom’s Taxonomy during the Analysis Phase of ADDIE.

• Design a comprehensive course outline structuring the learning activities that will target the objectives, using ADDIE’s Design Phase and SAM’s iterative process.

• Develop small-scale instructional materials, such as microlearning presentations or videos, integrating multimedia and applying iterative refinements using SAM’s principles.

• Implement an instructional plan and evaluate course effectiveness using appropriate assessment strategies such as Bloom’s Taxonomy and the Evaluation Phase of ADDIE.

These objectives guide students through the assignments and activities, focusing on practical, small-scale instructional design projects.

Performance Objectives

Lesson 1: Understanding the ADDIE Framework (Analysis Phase)

Objectives:

1. Define the purpose and key stages of the ADDIE framework (Remember).
2. Identify and use measurable action verbs to write learning objectives with Bloom’s Taxonomy (Understand).
3. Analyze a learning scenario to draft objectives aligned with learner needs (Apply).
4. Apply the Analysis Phase of ADDIE to develop audience profiles and learning goals (Apply).

Activities:

• Video: Overview of ADDIE and Bloom’s Taxonomy for the Analysis Phase.

• Discussion Post: Analyze a scenario and draft 2-3 learning objectives using Bloom’s Taxonomy.

• Quiz: Match tasks to ADDIE’s stages and identify Bloom’s verbs.

• Assignment: Instructional Design Blueprint Part 1: Audience Analysis & Objectives – Identify the course’s target audience and draft measurable objectives that will guide the creation of a microlearning module.

Lesson 2: Designing with ADDIE and SAM (Design Phase)

Objectives:

1. Distinguish between the linear structure of ADDIE’s Design Phase and SAM’s iterative design approach (Understand).
2. Create a course outline for a short instructional module, including learning objectives and content flow (Apply).
3. Refine the outline based on feedback using iterative design principles (Analyze).

Activities:

• Video: Introduction to SAM’s iterative approach in the Design Phase.

• Discussion Post: Share an initial outline for the microlearning module and gather feedback.

• Quiz: Identify the differences between ADDIE and SAM.

• Assignment: Instructional Design Blueprint Part 2: Course Outline – Develop a course outline for the microlearning module, covering 1-2 learning objectives.

Lesson 3: Developing E-Learning Content (Development Phase)

Objectives:

1. Explain how SAM’s iterative development enhances the quality of instructional materials (Understand).
2. Develop microlearning content (e.g., a short presentation, video, or interactive activity) using multimedia learning principles (Apply).
3. Revise the content based on feedback to ensure effectiveness (Evaluate).

Activities:

• Video: Examples of multimedia integration and iterative refinement.

• Discussion Post: Share and evaluate a sample of microlearning content.

• Quiz: Identify strengths and weaknesses in sample content.

• Assignment: Instructional Design Blueprint part 3: Content Development & Media Integration – Develop a small-scale instructional presentation or video covering 1-2 objectives.

Lesson 4: Implementing and Evaluating Instructional Design (Implementation and Evaluation Phases)

Objectives:

1. Develop an implementation plan for deploying the microlearning module (Create).
2. Evaluate the effectiveness of the instructional materials using learner feedback and Bloom’s Taxonomy (Evaluate).
3. Propose improvements to the instructional content based on evaluation data (Analyze).

Activities:

• Video: Overview of implementation and evaluation strategies using Bloom’s Taxonomy.

• Discussion Post: Discuss strategies for evaluating microlearning outcomes.

• Quiz: Evaluate a provided course scenario using Bloom’s Taxonomy.

• Assignment: Instructional Design Blueprint part 4: Implementation & Evaluation – Submit an implementation and evaluation plan for the microlearning project.

Required Text(s), Computer, & Technical Requirements

Texts and Resources:

The required readings for this course are carefully selected and freely accessible through links provided in each relevant module on Canvas. These resources will complement the weekly lessons, offering in-depth explanations and practical examples to reinforce learning. Learners are encouraged to review the readings before engaging with module activities and assignments.

• The ADDIE Model Explained – This comprehensive guide from AIHR provides practical insights into the ADDIE model's five phases, making it an ideal resource for beginners and professionals to understand and apply structured instructional design.
• Bloom’s Taxonomy Overview – A resource from Vanderbilt University’s Center for Teaching that explains Bloom’s Taxonomy and provides action verbs for creating measurable learning objectives, ensuring relevance for academic and professional contexts.
• The SAM Model Overview – Developed by Allen Interactions, this authoritative guide introduces the Successive Approximation Model (SAM), a modern, iterative approach to instructional design that complements ADDIE.
• Instructional Design Principles for E-Learning – Published by eLearning Industry, this resource offers practical strategies for effective e-learning design and aligns well with the course’s goal of bridging theoretical frameworks with real-world application.

 

Technical Requirements:

• Reliable internet access.
• Device with audio/video capabilities (PC, Mac, or tablet).
• Browser compatibility with Canvas LMS.
• Software: Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, PDF reader.

Assignments 

The assignments in this course are designed to reinforce the weekly lessons and provide opportunities for practical application of the instructional design frameworks. The graded assignments include discussions, quizzes, and a course design project to ensure learners engage with the content at multiple levels. Below is a breakdown of assignments and their point values totaling 280 pts for the entire course. 

Total Points Possible: 280

Grading

Grading for this course is designed to ensure a balanced evaluation of your participation, understanding, and application of the course material. Discussions and quizzes assess engagement with key concepts, while the Course Design Document provides an opportunity to demonstrate mastery of instructional design frameworks.

Learners will have the opportunity to take each quiz twice, with the highest score recorded, to encourage mastery and understanding of the material.

 

Activity	Points
Discussion Posts (4)	80
Quizzes (4)	80
Course Design Document Project (4 Parts Total - 30 pts each)	120
Total	280

Updated Grade Scale:

• A: 252–280 points (90–100%)

• B: 224–251 points (80–89%)

• C: 196–223 points (70–79%)

• D: 168–195 points (60–69%)

• F: Below 168 points (Below 60%)

 

Topical Outline

 

Lesson	Topic	Subtopics
Lesson 1	Understanding the ADDIE Framework (Analysis Phase)	Overview of the ADDIE model. Writing measurable objectives using Bloom’s Taxonomy. Analysis Phase: identifying learner needs. Drafting learning objectives.
Lesson 2	Designing with ADDIE and SAM	Introduction to ADDIE’s Design Phase. Using SAM’s iterative approach. Developing a course design outline. Course Design Document.
Lesson 3	Developing E-Learning Content	Effective multimedia integration. Iterative refinement with SAM principles. Evaluating multimedia examples. Revising content based on feedback.
Lesson 4	Implementing and Evaluating Instructional Design	Implementation strategies for e-learning. Evaluating course effectiveness. Applying Bloom’s Taxonomy for improvement. Final review and reflection.