As part of my course reflection for EDD 8001 I made note that my knowledge and skill for instructional analysis were weak. I then indicated that the Dick and Carey model helped strengthen this weakness. Also, I made note that I have changed from using the generic analysis, design, develop, implement, evaluate (ADDIE) model to fully adopting the Dick and Carey model. My adoption is to the point that I have a printed visual diagram of the model hung at my desk for quick reference.

How I find myself using these principles is to further educate my colleagues and peers on the benefits of following this process. My experience in EDD 8001 proved to me that spending the necessary time to complete a thorough analysis will save time overall, even though at the time, it seems to be taking more time. The proof became apparent as the instructional treatment plan was developed. Because every objective had already been written and an assessment created for each, the task to assemble the remaining content was completed rather quickly. Additionally, completing the assessments prior to authoring supporting content ensures that the learners are assessed on the objectives and not the supplemental information.

I now use this experience to better position my department when taking on or embarking on projects. The department makes better proposals for work efforts and more realistic schedules for project completion. Also, expending more effort during the analysis phase has helped the department realize some efficiencies, although there is much yet to achieve.