Next Top Models???

This post is the extension of the previous one. And this time around I would like to discuss the ID Models. In previous post I have defined what is ID. Based on my reading ID is also known as

• Instructional Development,
  
• Instructional Design and Development,
  
• Instructional Systems Design (ISD),
  
• Instructional Technology as well as
  
• Educational Technology.

Therefore, from this we can conclude that the main purpose if ID models is to serve as tools for analyzing, designing, creating and evaluation guided learning.

Evidently, there are numerous types of ID models that we can apply in developing our websites. These ID models are created because the need to test and evaluate learner behaviours are emerging. Also, many researchers believe that it is important to know how well the learners can perform in a particular educational activity. Click on the screenshots for the types of ID models.





All these ID Models can be utilised in order to test and evaluate learners behaviours and understanding. Other than that, a web-developer can also utilise ID models such as ADDIE [click H.E.R.E. to read more] and ASSURE [click H.E.R.E. to read more].

ADDIE model is rather simple and straightforward. It is actually an acronym that stands for:
A = Analysis
D = Design
D = Development
I = Implementation
E = Evaluation

ASSURE on the other hand offers more detailed steps:
A = Analyze learners
S = State objectives
S = Select media and learners
U = Utilize media and learners and
E = Evaluate and revise.

In the final analysis, in testing and evaluating I would much prefer to utilize ASSURE model in developing my website. This is because, it tells exactly what should we do it progresses from one stage to another. In my humble opinion, ADDIE model is a tad vague for me since it is too simple. As for the rest of the models, I believe they are somewhat mind-boggling and 'cluttered' (if you get my drift). Well, I leave it to you to decide on which is the top model.... My two cents!