Review of “The dimensions of an instructional design knowledge base: Theory, research, and practice”

  • Turuwark Zalalam Warkineh Bahir Dar University http://orcid.org/0000-0001-8121-0007
  • Abiy Menkir Gizaw Bahir Dar University
  • Asrat Dagnew Kelkay Bahir Dar University
DOI: https://doi.org/10.4314/10.4314/bdje.v24i1.11
Keywords: Instructional design, theory and practice, curriculum and instruction, instructional design knowledge base, foundation

Abstract

This review assesses the book titled "The instructional design knowledge base: Theory, research, and practice" authored by Richey, Klein, and Tracy, highlighting its emphasis on foundational knowledge, extensive theory base, and application to current Instructional Design (ID) practices. The book offers a comprehensive overview of ID theories from various disciplines, making it valuable for scholars, graduate students, educators, and practitioners in the field. It also guides decision-making and includes suggestions for future research, making it beneficial for researchers aiming to contribute to the field of ID.

Author Biographies

Turuwark Zalalam Warkineh, Bahir Dar University

Assistant Professor and Ph.D. student in Curriculum and Instruction, College of Education, Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia

Abiy Menkir Gizaw, Bahir Dar University

Assistant Professor and Ph.D. student in Curriculum and Instruction, College of Education, Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia

Asrat Dagnew Kelkay, Bahir Dar University

Associate Professor, Department of Teacher Education and Curriculum Studies, College of Education, Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia

Published
2024-03-23
How to Cite
Warkineh, T. Z., Gizaw, A. M., & Kelkay, A. D. (2024). Review of “The dimensions of an instructional design knowledge base: Theory, research, and practice”. Bahir Dar Journal of Education, 24(1), 168-172. https://doi.org/10.4314/10.4314/bdje.v24i1.11
Issue
Vol. 24 No. 1 (2024)
Section
Book Review

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