Instructional Design Methodology

At AdvantEdge Training & Consulting we use the ADDIE method of instructional design to create training programs that increase retention and allow employees to quickly put their new skills to work. Included in our 5 stages are:

• Analysis – Employee surveys, discussions and focus groups, reviews of systems and processes, and analysis of the company culture to identify the best training delivery methods to meet those needs.
• Design – The layout and roadmap of the training plan, includes identification of project roles, training content modules, objectives, lesson plans, evaluation strategy, delivery methods, schedule of deadlines and development plan.
• Development – Development of all training components such as student materials, facilitator guides, e-learning or other virtual training modules, evaluation tools.
• Implementation – Actual delivery of developed training content whether synchronous (instructor led) or asynchronous (self-paced) training.
• Evaluation – This includes evaluation of the effectiveness of the training program overall as well as the student mastery.

Customized Training Development

We typically recommend a blended learning approach for projects with any complexity. Our custom training development blends several delivery methodologies, including:

• Instructor led training- Custom training including activities, discussion, props, and other learning tools.
• Training materials- Both accompanied with Instructor led training, or as reference materials.
• E-learning- Computer based training in self-paced lessons that may include multimedia, interactivity, and tests.
• Webinars– online learning by live broadcast.

By using a variety of methodologies, good instruction design meets the needs of all types of learning styles.

Getting started with Instructional design

• Is your leadership development or high potential program returning results?
• Will your organization go through a significant change or software upgrade?
• Is there a specific desired state for a group of employees in your business?

Contact us for more information or to discuss your training needs.