Instructional Design & Curriculum Development Flashcards

What is the first step in the instructional design process?

Answer: Needs assessment

Needs assessment identifies gaps between current performance and desired outcomes to guide curriculum development.

What does Bloom's Taxonomy help educators design?

Answer: Cognitive learning objectives

Bloom's Taxonomy guides the development of learning objectives across cognitive levels.

Why is alignment important in curriculum development?

Answer: To ensure consistency in learning and evaluation

Alignment ensures that objectives, instruction, and assessment are in sync for effective learning.

What is formative assessment?

Answer: Ongoing feedback tools during learning

Formative assessments provide ongoing feedback to improve instruction and student learning.

What is backward design?

Answer: Starting with end goals and planning backward

Backward design starts with the end goals or learning outcomes and then plans instruction accordingly.

Why is learner analysis important?

Answer: To tailor instruction to learners' needs

Learner analysis identifies the characteristics and needs of learners to tailor instruction.

Which model includes Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation?

Answer: ADDIE Model

The ADDIE model is a systematic instructional design framework used to guide curriculum development.

What role does feedback play in instructional design?

Answer: Improves learning through information sharing

Feedback informs both instructors and students about progress and areas for improvement.

What is the purpose of curriculum mapping?

Answer: To ensure content consistency and alignment

Curriculum mapping visually organizes content and outcomes to ensure coherence across a course or program.