3.1 The Dick & Carey Model

Video: Part 2 — Instructional Design Models

Watch from 3:44 — Dick & Carey, PIE, and Backward Design models (approx. 11 minutes)

The Dick & Carey Model is one of the most comprehensive and systematic instructional design models. It follows a highly structured, step-by-step process that addresses every component of instruction. The model emphasizes the interconnection between learning objectives, instructional strategies, and assessment.

Key characteristics:

  • Highly systematic and detailed—best suited for complex, large-scale course development
  • Begins with identifying instructional goals and conducting learner and context analysis
  • Emphasizes writing measurable performance objectives
  • Includes developing assessment instruments aligned to objectives
  • Features a formative evaluation step to test and revise instruction before full deployment
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