Section 1

1. Chapter one give a interesting time line of the development of the field of  “Instructional design and Technology.” There is the early realization that technology is changing the way people can learn. Then the authors attempt to use a systematic definitions. This is the first time the realization that the authors and the people in the field were trying to define a field that is at the intersection of two larger fields of Instruction and Technology.  Reiser and Dempsey, the authors, give a good look at how Instruction and Technology have been joined together into a field of practice and research. The use of Technological tools gives an edge to the learner when they complete their education/training/instruction.  


2.The Dick, Carey, and Carey appears to be based on a constant evaluation loop.with the idea that analysis will provide a self correction out come. I think this might work very well with older students and persons who enjoy competitive activities.

3. I think the internet's effect on education and learning is akin to the development of the printing press at the end of the dark ages. It provides  a large amount of information to almost anyone. It has the added advantage of proving tools, and models to help people use the information. I think this will continue to grow. This may change the shape of schooling in the near future.