ADDIE Model: Analysis

I have started reading about ADDIE model. Before I started reading I was wondering why should I be following the ADDIE model/process. That is what is it that it offers? I have so far realised that the model provides step-by-step framework for developing a training programme with attainable objectives. What I have gleaned from the literature is that the first phase of the model (analysis) helps one to gain good understanding of the following: target group, learning goals, environment the training will offered (including physical and organisational barriers), requirements of the course, structure of the training programme, learning resources and assessment.

In terms of  an e-learning intervention, I am thinking of creating an online social constructivist learning environment. I want to encourage collaborative learning and critical reflection. I am thinking of EITHER

i) PROMOTE STUDENTS INTERACTION & SYSTEMATIC THINKING ........create  e.g.  a wikisite where students post their thoughts (related to the content of the course) and correspond with each other, say on a fortnightly basis. The posts could covered the following;   'I learned', 'I wondered', 'I was surprised', 'Aha', 'I will study' etc.

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ii) ENCOURAGE STUDENTS TO THINK REFLECTIVELY..... We run an PBL (MBBS) curriculum and through PBL,  students should learn: team work, self-directed learning and use of resources, critical evaluation of literature etc. Students ( year 1) will be required to think reflectively and systematically by writing/post (say in a blog) about the PBL goals  (and personal attainment of such) as they go through their year 1 curriculum and exchange their thoughts online with others.


The question that have is: is any of these interventions good enough for the e-learning assignment.

My expectations...e-learning in HPE module

There are two things that I am hoping  at the end of this module I would have an idea on how to deal with them. One of the things I have been wondering about is how  to get  students interested in using technology for their learning not just for social interactions. The other thing is aligning technology with individual student's learning style.