Rapid Instructional Design: Learning ID Fast and Right

by Janet F. Piskurich

This is the second edition of the best-selling book that shows how to get instructional design done fast and get it done right! If you need a basic understanding of what instructional design is and a hands-on, to-the-point method of ensuring that the training and performance interventions you put into place meet the needs of your staff and your organization, this book is for you. It offers a no-nonsense walk through all the steps in the instructional design process and each step is explained in language that is conversational and easy to understand. This new edition addresses such topics as learning analysis, return on investment, and designing asynchronous and synchronous e-learning, as well as a wealth of illustrative examples of storyboards and professional commentary and case studies from professionals in the field.

Genres: Education, Nonfiction, Design, Teaching, Grad School

484 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2000

Reviews

[Jenn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am surprised how much I am enjoying this book. Prior to picking it up, I had no idea what Instructional Design (ID) was, or it's importance. But very early on, the author explains it in a concise manner that makes it easily understandable. Who amongst us has not attended a workshop or conference and walked out muttering to ones-self, "that is 3 hours I'm not getting back." Perhaps lack of ID was to blame.

[Apostolos · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you are looking for a quick introduction to instructional design, this might be the book for you! This book is an non-theoretical approach to instructional design to get you started (i.e. your boss just came into your office and said "you have 2 months to do this" type of thing.

The nice thing about this book is that it is peppered with many recommendations for other books that tackle that specific topic in much more detail. The author of this book recommends Dick & Carey (The systematic design of instruction) if you want a more theoretical overview of instructional design - and I highly recommend this book too (once you finish reading this book)

[Allison · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another text book. I found the use of icons designating what sections you should pay attention to, based on your interests, tough to follow. Otherwise this is a solid book on ID in the real world with real time constraints.

[Kate · Rating 3 out of 5]

There's a lot for me to learn, but nothing in this book really surprised me. That's not to say it's not helpful, though, and full of useful examples and resources.

[Stephen · Rating 4 out of 5]

READ OCT 2012

Excellent resource and nice companion to Piskurich's Rapid Training Development.

[Shatanna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Solid book on the framework of ADDIE and general instructional design. This is a tool I will reference though out my career. The only downside is that the text lacks reference to modern tools. Despite this, it is comprehensive in providing the reader with the knowledge to effectively consider the pros and cons of these programs.

[Christopher Cavanaugh · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent introduction to Instructional Design

Great resource for anyone wanting to know more about this interesting and important field. Established a foundation of vocabulary and delivery systems for job related training material. Highly recommend.

[Kathleen O'Mara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Information and a check list for instructional design. This is a how to create an educational design that can be implemented in classrooms or as supplemental learning, from inseption to assement. Basic instructional design starts with the basics: ADDIE and ISD through concepts of AGILE and SAM.

[Joy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Extremely helpful tool for ID.