Cognitive and information processing

This article was not quite as easy to follow as my previous one had been, however I did feel this article provided a great understanding of the background of cognitive and information processing. Begining in the 1890's with Binet and Baldwin cognitive development was first discovered and has continued to grow over the past 100 plus years. In recent years, a new approach, information processing, began to catch peoples interest and has really helped this area of study to grow.

This site further explains the connection that earlier educators used when comparing the human brain to that of a computer, which we now know is not the most accurate way of relating the brain. However, this connection does help to provide a visual with regard to the inner workings of the mind.

What I found most interesting though was how the site took all this information and tied to together when explaining edcational implications. We are able to take the gained knowledge and adapt instruction to meet the individual needs of the children and optimizing their learning abilities. This is an excellent web site!!

http://education.stateuniversity.com/pages/1910/Developmental-Theory-COGNITIVE-INFORMATION-PROCESSING.html

During my research for sites related to problem solving of the brain and learning, I came across an article by Mary Ellen Guffey called Five Steps to Better Critical-Thinking, Problem-Solving, and Decision-Making Skills. The first thing I liked was the ease of reading. I am just starting in the field of ID so I need things explained in laymans terms. This site very clearly lays out the following steps:

1. Identify and clarify the problem
2. Gather information
3. Evaluate the evidence
4. Consider alternatives and implications
5. Choose and implement the best alternative

This site not only defines the ways for problem solving but also provides an understanding on how to ensure the changes are effective.

I found this site to be VERY useful. It can be located at the link below.

http://www.asa3.org/ASA/education/think/ps-guffey.htm

Helpful ID sites:

The first site I would like to discuss can be located at:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jiLLz1SaxGc&feature=player_embedded

I found this video to be very informative. It provides a complete break down of the role of an ID. There are several phases that occur over the course of a project, these are; analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. This video explains in great detail what each phase consists of as well as an explanation of the importance of each phase in the completion and success of the project.

ADDIE

ADDIE

There are many instructional design models but many are based on the ADDIE model with the phases analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. I found this video on Youtube and thought it did a great job explaining the ADDIE Model. I have posted the video above.

What is Instructional Design?

Instructional Design (also called Instructional Systems Design (ISD)) is the practice of maximizing the effectiveness, efficiency and appeal of instruction and other learning experiences. The process consists broadly of determining the current state and needs of the learner, defining the end goal of instruction, and creating some "intervention" to assist in the transition.

Reference:

Instructional design. (2010, March 20). In Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Retrieved 06:59, May 9, 2010, from http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Instructional_design&oldid=350987674

Welcome!

Welcome to my first blog! As I start this journey, I am excited to learn more about blogging. Through my research, I have discovered that blogs can be linked and interacted with, which is probably not a surprise to many of you however, this is all very new to me! I look forward to gaining a better understanding of this process while also learning more about the field of Instructional Design.