Select two of the instructional design models from the background readings (ADDIE, ARCS, Assure, Backward Design, Dick & Carey, or Kemp) and that compares/contrasts the two models. Conclude with a discussion of which model you believe to be superior for meeting the needs of diverse learners, and justify your opinion with information from the background readings or other relevant sources.
Danks, S. (2011). The ADDIE model: Designing, evaluating instructional coach effectiveness. ASQ Primary and Secondary Education Brief, 4(5). Retrieved from
Dick, W. (1986). Instructional design and the curriculum development process. Educational Leadership, 44(4), 54-56.
Forest, E. (2015). ASSURE: Instructional design model. Educational Technology web site. Retrieved from
Forest, E. (2015). Dick and Carey instructional model. Educational Technology web site. Retrieved from
Forest, E. (2016). Kemp design model. Educational Technology website. Retrieved from
Chapter 4: Instructional Design (p. 75–99) in:
Popham, J. (2009). Instruction that measures up. Alexandria, VA: ASCD.
Chapter 1: Instructional Design: Who and what is it for? (p. 7–14)
Chapter 9: Designing Learning Activities (p. 156–175) in:
Reeves, A. (2011). Where great teaching begins: Planning for student thinking and learning. Alexandria, VA: ASCD.
Chapter 1: Backward Design (p. 13–34) in:
Wiggins, G, & McTighe, J. (2005). Understanding by design. Alexandria, VA: ASCD.