Applying Merrill's First Principles of Instruction: Practical Methods Based on a Review of the Literature
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2010
Abstract
Research has shown that when Merrill's First Principles of Instruction are used as part of an instructional strategy, student learning increases. Several articles describe these principles of instruction, including specific methods for implementing this theory. However, because teachers and designers often have little time to design instruction, it can be difficult to implement a comprehensive theory like First Principles of Instruction. Therefore, this article provides basic methods for applying First Principles, including several examples from the literature. It also provides a template for organizing a module or lesson plan using First Principles of Instruction.
College/Unit
International Institute for Innovative Instruction
Academic Department
Instructional Design
Publication or Event Title
Educational Technology
Volume
50
Issue
2
First Page
20
Last Page
25
Recommended Citation
Gardner, J. (2010). Applying Merrill's first principles of instruction: Practical methods based on a review of the literature. Educational Technology Magazine, 50(2), pp. 20-25.