Instructional Design Foundations and Applications

Instructional Design Foundations and Applications is an online course offered by the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and taught by Eunjung Grace Oh. This course introduces learners to the conceptual and theoretical foundations of instructional design, focusing on the analysis phase of instructional systems design to create innovative solutions for performance problems in organizations.

Course Structure and Content

• The course is organized into five modules:

  • Orientation: Introduction to the course, technical skills, and learning environment.

  • Foundations of Instructional Design: Covers essential terminology, the history of instructional design, and career paths in the field.

  • Theoretical Foundations: Explores major learning and instructional theories, various instructional design models, and the role of talent development.

  • Context and Learner Analysis: Teaches needs assessment, learning environment analysis, and analysis of learner characteristics, including diversity and inclusion considerations.

  • Learning Task Analysis: Focuses on identifying learning goals, conducting information processing and prerequisites analysis, and writing learning objectives. Also covers project management and collaboration with subject matter experts.

Key Skills Developed

• Needs assessment

• Job analysis

• Instructional and curriculum design

• Learning theory application

• Systems analysis

• Talent management

• Diversity and inclusion in instructional design

Learning Experience

• The course includes video lectures, readings, quizzes, assignments, and peer-reviewed projects, allowing for both theoretical learning and practical application.

• Upon completion, learners receive a certificate that can be added to their LinkedIn profile or resume.

Who Should Enroll

• This course is suitable for aspiring instructional designers, educators, HR professionals, and anyone interested in creating effective educational and training programs.

Instructor and Reviews

• Instructor: Eunjung Grace Oh

• The course has a 4.0/5 rating from over 770 reviews, with learners praising its strong foundational content and practical relevance for those starting in instructional design.

Offered by

• University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, a globally recognized institution known for its excellence in research, teaching, and public engagement.

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to instructional design, blending theory with practical skills for designing impactful learning experiences in educational and organizational settings.