Monday, March 16, 2009

Information/Instructional Design - Definition

Information Design
Information Design is a particular area or field which focuses on clear communication design. Its careful approach to structure, context, and presentation of data and information enables the overall design to be as clear and understandable so that ideas, concepts and information can be effectively communicated to its audience. The principles behind information design relates to all communications products and experiences, regardless of medium (print, broadcast, digital, online, etc.). Hence, the field of information design is primarily concerned with clarity (instead of simplicity) and understanding.

Instructional design
Instructional Design is an area concerned about developing ways to effectively aids users in the process of learning. This may involve creating instructional tools and content to improve learning and address learning objectives. Basically instructional design aims to present instructions that are effective, efficient, appealing and cost effective.

Reference:
Nathan Shedroff. Online, http://www.nathan.com/thoughts/unified/index.html, 1994, last accessed 16 March 2009

Nathan Shedroff. Online, http://www.nathan.com/ed/glossary/#ID, 1994, last accessed 15 March 2009.

Instructional Design Australia. Online, http://instructionaldesign.com.au/, 2009, last accessed 16 March 2009.

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