Instructional Design for

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The following knowledge links reference theory, research on learning, instruction and technology, educational practice, lesson plans, non-formal learning, usability, and additional resources for independent research.

There are more Internet resources than can be listed here, but if you are looking for something particular, here are some suggestions:

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Theory

Kearsley, Greg, database on learning and instruction, The Theory into Practice (TIP)

Mergel, Brenda, University of Saskatchewan, Instructional design & learning theory

Ryder, Martin, University of Colorado at Denver; Instructional design model comparisons

Ryder, Martin, University of Colorado at Denver; Theoretical sources

Articles & Papers

Bilton, John, UK Technology Education Centre, What is technology?

de Lisle, Peter, University of Pretoria, South Africa, What is instructional design theory?

Kearsley, G, Shneiderman, B., Engagement Theory: A framework for technology-based teaching and learning

Leigh, Douglas, Performance Improvement Global Network, International Society for Performance Improvement; A brief history of instructional design

McGriff, Steven, Pennsylvania State University, Portfolio - ISD knowledge base/"theoretical" introduction

McNeil, Sara, University of Houston; A hypertext history of instructional design

McNeil, Sara, University of Houston; What is instructional design?

Ryder, Martin, University of Colorado at Denver, collection of websites

Wilson, Brent, University of Colorado at Denver, Trends and Futures of Education: Implications for Distance Education

Practice

A+ Research and Writing for high school and college, Internet Public Library

Awesome library resources for teachers

Blue Web 'N, library of learning sites on the Web

Critically Analyzing Information Sources, Cornell University

Columbia Education Center - K-12 lesson plans for most subject areas

Evaluating Websites, Criteria and Tools, Cornell University

Education World; lesson plans, literature reviews, grant database, site reviews, and more

Intel® Teach to the Future, education initiative for professional development and technology integration

International Society for Technology Education supporting K-12 technology initiatives

Lesson Plans - see below

Multicultural Pavilion equity in education resources from Paul Gorski and colleagues at University of Virginia

Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) Teacher Source

Perry, J. David, Indiana University, Learning and cognition web course

Rethinking Schools Online, proactive ideas and resources for progressive education

Teaching Tips Index, Honolulu Community College

University of Michigan, National Center for Postsecondary Improvement, Innovation Models

Additional Resources

American Educational Research Association (AERA)

Chicagoland Libraries and Museums

ERIC Educational Resources Information Center US Dept of Education clearinghouse on Information and Technology, formerly Syracuse University's Ask Eric database

International Bureau of Education, Unesco's education arm

Institute for Learning Technologies, developing practice with emerging technologies in education, Columbia University

Journal of Interactive Media in Education, open peer review journal

Journal of Technology, Learning and Assessment, peer review journal researching computer based technologies in education

AERA SIG Communication of Research, list of online journals

MIT Technology Review

Kearsley, Greg, Home Page, Articles and Papers:

Kid Safe Web sites

McGriff, Steven, Pennsylvania State University, Portfolio - knowledge base of instructional theory and design

National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education

Ryder, Martin, University of Colorado at Denver; Learning, Instruction and Technology resources

U.S. Navy Office of Training and Technology

Wilson, Brent, University of Colorado at Denver, Information and Learning Technologies resources

Online Lesson Plan Resources (focus on 9-12 Language Arts):

Academy Curricular Exchange HS Language Arts

The Educator's Reference Desk

Best WebQuests from Tom March

Discovery Channel School (9-12)

Education World Lesson Plan Resources
Education World Language & Literature Center
Education World Language Arts Site Reviews
Education World Literature Site Reviews

High School Journalism, American Society of Newspaper Editors

Marco Polo Education

NWREL Lesson Plan Resources

Purdue's Online Writing Lab

Read * Write * Think

Web English Teacher

WebQuests - J/HS Humanities

Blogs and Wikis in the new world of MUDs - Resources for emergent tools

Educational Bloggers Network; community of teachers and education professionals using weblogs for teaching and learning

EDTech 670, Bernie Dodge's blog on exploratory learning through simulation and games, San Diego State University

EduBlog.org, free WordPress blogs for teachers

Blogger.com, Google's free, automated weblog publishing and resources

Emerging Technologies, in Language Learning and Technology; article by Bob Godwin-Jones with definitions and context in lay terms

Which Wiki? comprehensive article and update about open source tools written and compiled by Slomi Fish

Other Technologies

K12/Handhelds.com, ideas and resources regarding handheld electronics in the curriculum

Learning with Handhelds, Information and resources from Intel Education

Modestly Priced Online Services for Communication, Assessment and Curriculum:

TeacherWeb.com, hosting for class websites and more

EdHelper.com, Lesson Plans, Puzzle Makers, etc.

QuizLab.com, Online assessment and class management tools - stand alone or integration with Pearson textbooks and MyGradebook.com

MyGradeBook.com, Online grade management tools - stand alone or integration with Person textbooks and QuizLab.com

QuestGarden.com, lesson plans and more using Bernie Dodge's WebQuest format for constructivist learning

Don't forget to check with your school district. Most districts offer access to subscription site resources.

Usability: (Why usability?)

Society for Technical Communication Usability SIG, resources

Usability Professionals Association

All links verified June 17, 2007

 
 
 
 
 


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