The Sage Handbook of Higher Education Instructional Design

With contributions from leading experts and emerging voices in the field, The Sage Handbook of Higher Education Instructional Design is an indispensable resource for anyone engaged in the evolving practice of instructional design in higher education. This handbook explores innovative applications and provides comprehensive guidance on integrating instructional design principles across diverse educational contexts. It highlights how design innovations can address the unique challenges of higher education and contribute to enhancing learning experiences. This handbook is essential for instructional designers, team leaders, university students, online education leaders, researchers, faculty, and support personnel. It covers a wide range of institutions and program formats, including online, face-to-face, blended, and hybrid environments. By focusing on the practicalities of instructional design, this handbook prepares educators and designers to adapt to the dynamic conditions of modern higher education. Whether you are directly involved in instructional design or seeking to understand its impact on higher education, this handbook offers valuable insights and practical guidance to navigate and excel in this evolving field. Section 1: Foundations of Higher Education Instructional Design Section 2: Instructional Design Theories and Models Section 3: Practical Strategies and Methods Section 4: Instructional Design Scenarios Section 5: Curriculum-Level Issues Section 6: Instructional Technology Tools Section 7: Research in Higher Education Instructional Design