SAM instructional design model

SAM and ADDIE are called “models of instructional design” because they are most often used by instructional designers. [f/y/i “Instructional designer” is the formal title for someone whose profession it is to design and craft digital and physical instructional learning experiences.]

However, in my opinion, anyone dealing in such instructional learning experiences is an instructional designer, even if they have not had formal training as such. In fact, for these people, SAM and ADDIE can be even more helpful.

ADDIE Have you met SAM and ADDIE? If not, you are in for a real treat.

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