An Exploration of Instructional Designers’ Prioritization of Competencies (Poster 25)

• In Event: Friday Poster Session 7:45 am
  In Poster Session: Instructional Technology SIG Posters

Abstract

This study explores instructional designers' (IDs) perspectives on their prioritization of competencies relevant to their professional practices. The competencies examined in this study come from the 2012 International Board of Standards for Training, Performance, and Instruction (ibstpi) Instructional Designer Competencies. The study utilizes Q methodology, a unique approach that combines qualitative and quantitative techniques, to explore participants’ subjective viewpoints regarding the 22 ID competencies. The study reveals two important factors, named as blueprint architect and harmony conductor for understanding ID prioritization. The blueprint architect values the creation and implementation of instructional design and development processes, while the harmony conductor focuses on managing instructional design projects, including internal collaborative projects and external partnerships and relationships.

Authors

• Fan Yang, University of Georgia

• Komal Farooq, University of Georgia

• Sicheng Jin, University of Georgia

• Hyejin Hwang, University of Georgia

• Jill Stefaniak, University of Georgia