This document compares two common models of instructional design: the ADDIE model and the Dick and Carey model. The ADDIE model consists of five sequential phases - Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement, and Evaluate. It is widely used but can limit creativity. The Dick and Carey model is also called the Systems Approach Model. It is a 10-step process used often in education that includes ongoing formative and summative evaluations. Both models are systematic in their approach and focus on inputs, outputs, and the design process, but the Dick and Carey model has more steps and allows for incremental improvements.

1. HRD 647 Principles of Instruction and Digital Design
A COMPARISON OF THE ADDIE AND DICK AND CAREY MODELS OF
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN
CECILEA. CAMPBELL

2. What is Instructional Design?
It is the development of learning experiences and materials in a systematic manner for
training that is geared towards the acquisition and application of knowledge and skills.

3. Common Instructional Design Models

4. The ADDIE Model
This is the most popular and
commonly used Instructional Design
System (IDS) in the business and
organization sector. It includes 5
phases that clearly delineate the
process for designing effective
training. The acronym ADDIE
represents the phases: Analyze,
Design, Develop, Implement and
Evaluate.

5. ADDIE MODEL
ADVANTAGES
STRENGTHS
• Well known
• Versatile – can
be used for
multiple needs
• Easy evaluative
methods
CHALLENGES
• Precise - steps must
be followed
• Does not encourage
creativity
• Costly

6. The Dick and
Carey Model
The Dick and Carey Model is also known as the
Systems Approach Model (SAM). It is commonly
used in schools and other educational arenas. It is
a ten-step process as follows:
• Identify Instructional Goals
• Complete Instructional Analysis
• Determine Entry Behaviors and characteristics
of learners
• Write Performance Objectives
• Develop Assessment Material
• Develop Instructional Strategies
• Develop Instructional Material
• Conduct Formative Evaluation
• Conduct Summative Evaluation
• Revise the Instruction

7. THE DICK AND CAREY MODEL
ADVANTAGES
• This model can be used with large and
small groups
• Multiple evaluations which allow
adjustments throughout the process
• Very Detailed – easy to follow
CHALLENGES
• This model is time consuming – no steps
should be skipped, extensive planning
needed
• Learning is not linear and all stages are
needed in order for the goal to be achieved

8. HOW ARE ADDIE AND THE DICK AND CAREY MODEL
SIMILAR/DIFFERENT ?
THE ADDIE MODEL THE DICK AND CAREY MODEL
 Both models are systematic in their approach
 Both models focus on the 3 main areas of input, output
and the process of designing the curriculum
 The ADDIE model has 5 phases but the Dick and Carey
model has 10 steps/processes
 The ADDIE model limits movement to the next phase –
mastery is required, unlike the D & C Model which has
ongoing assessments that measure incremental
improvements over time.

9. REFERENCES
APOSTOLOPOULOS, A (2021) ADDIE training model: What is it and how
to use it in eLearning.
HANSON, S (2014) Instructional design essentials: Models of ID
https://www.Lynda.com/Higher-Education-tutorials
SLEEZER, C (2014) A Practical Guide to Needs Assessment