First, design research is thorough. It allows educators to look at every angle of their learning objective and consider which ways to best serve their students. By engaging in design research, you allow yourself options in which practices and theories you believe would best serve your students. It keeps you informed of the latest trends in instruction.
Design research helps you to maintain fair and balanced in your approach to instruction. You aren’t staying narrow-minded but are considering all approaches to instruction.
Design research also allows you to see the big picture. What is the ultimate goal of your instruction? Much of the recent instructional design theories have been stressing the importance of connecting instruction to real-world, authentic learning activities that connect students to society. This is an important reminder for educators when planning our lessons.
Lastly, technology is rapidly changing the way people learn and interact with one another. Instructors must continue to think and redesign instruction to adapt to these changes. If we remain static, we will be doing our students a disservice.
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