1. ASSURE Model of Instructional Design
State
Utilize
Require
Analyze
Select
Evaluate
Presented by: Daniel Spira and Judith Erdman

2. ASSURE Model A- Analyze Learners S - State objectives
The ASSURE model is a constructivist model that uses six (6) main steps in the Instructional Systems Design (ISD) and planning process:
A- Analyze Learners
S - State objectives
S - Select methods, media and materials
U - Utilize media and materials
R - Require participation
E - Evaluate and revise
The ASSURE model emphasizes learning where students are required to interact with their environment as fully engaged participants in the learning process. ASSURE involves interactive, experiential activities whereby the learners have direct contact with objects, events and/or other learners. Students gain meaning and understanding by direct interaction, and by building on previous knowledge.
The use of media is also emphasized in this model.

3. 1. Analyze Learners

4. Analyze Learners Find out:
General characteristics: age, gender, culture, ethnicity, work background, interests, health
Entry Competencies: prior knowledge, current skills, attitudes, biases
Learning styles: visual, auditory, tactile/kinesthetic, logical

5. 2. STATE OBJECTIVES
Objectives

6. State Objectives
Describe what the learner will do as a result of the instruction. Use ABCD format:
Audience: specify the learner(s).
Behavior: State what they will do. Make objectives observable and measurable.
Condition: Under what conditions will the learner demonstrate the skill? List tools, materials, aids they will/will not use.
Degree: How well will they demonstrate their skill? Time limit? Accuracy?

7. 3. SELECT INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS, MEDIA AND MATERIALS

8. When Selecting Methods, Media and Materials
Build a bridge between the audience and the objectives.
Methods: lecture, group work, field trip, activity
Media: multimedia, video, computer, CD, photo images
Materials: texts, articles, markers, support props, job aids

9. 4. UTILIZE MEDIA AND MATERIALS

10. Utilize Methods, Media and Materials
Plan - Plan –Plan.
Describe in detail how you will implement these into your lessons/modules.
Checkout equipment and materials in advance.
Set up classroom to support activities.
Choose methods that create an effective learning “experience” – not an ordeal.

11. 5. REQUIRE LEARNER PARTICIPATION

12. Participants are Actively Involved
When using the ASSURE model, the teacher is not the sole possessor of knowledge. The instructor mentors peer interaction, and designs learning that assists students in building on what they already know.
Allow students to learn rather than trying to “teach”.
Incorporate discussion, visuals, Q&A, work groups, hands-on activities.

13. 6. Evaluate and Revise

14. Evaluate Student Performance
Evaluation is derived from the objectives.
You can assess and evaluate by:
Issuing a pen & paper test
Conducting a computerized assessment
Calling on to demonstrate a process
Creating a product
Discussing a topic
Measuring an attitude
Observing a behavior

15. Evaluate Methods, Media and Materials Components
Reflect on:
the lesson
stated objectives
instructional strategy
materials used
effectiveness of media and technology used
the assessment efforts
Revise until your students
have success as learners!

16. Evaluate Instructor Performance
Reflect upon your own teaching style and its effectiveness. Revise until your students have success as learners!

17. REFERENCES
Davis, B. Sumara, D. & Luce-Kapier, R. (2000) Engaging Minds: Learning and teaching in a complex world. Mahwah, NJ Lawrence Eribaum Associates. Heinich, R., Molenda, M., Russel, D.J.,& Smaldino, E.S. (1999) Instructional Media and Technologies for Learning. Quay, John (2003) Experience and Participation: relating Theories of Learning. Journal of Experiential Education; Volume 26, No. 2 pp