Out-of-the-box instructional design

Traditional step-wise, linear models for instructional design no longer fit learning and performance improvement environments. Many such models are ineffectual and can deter training professionals from having more strategic roles in their organizations. Old, assembly-line ADDIE (analyze, design, develop, instruct, evaluate) instructional design just does not make it anymore. Most current instructional design models have a top-down, behavioristic, and SME-driven training approach rather than a collaborative, learner-based approach. Ways to move from assembly-line models to non-linear performance models for rapid prototyping and collaboration are discussed.