Instructional Design Models 101: ADDIE, SAM & Agile Explained

Welcome back to the LXD Essential Skills Microlearning Series! So far, you’ve focused on designing thoughtful, learner-centered experiences. Now it’s time to choose the right framework to guide your project from start to finish. In this video, we introduce three of the most widely used instructional design models—ADDIE, SAM, and Agile—and help you decide which one best fits your project. You’ll learn how to: ✔ Identify the core structure of ADDIE, SAM, and Agile ✔ Compare their strengths and use cases ✔ Match your project goals and constraints to the right model ✔ Apply each model to real-world L&D scenarios Whether you're building a course from scratch or managing a rapid-cycle project, this video will teach you how to stay organized, flexible, and focused. Watch now to choose the model that works for your design process. #InstructionalDesign #ADDIE #SAM #AgileLearning #LXD #Microlearning #LearningExperienceDesign #TrainingDevelopment