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ISD From the Ground Up, 5th Edition

A No-Nonsense Approach to Instructional Design

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Your All-In-One Guide to ISD

Known as “the man who wrote the book on ISD,” Chuck Hodell offers a comprehensive and practical handbook on core instructional systems design (ISD) practices and principles with a practitioner’s eye.

This updated fifth edition covers all the basics and many advanced tenets of ISD, walking you through each phase, including advanced concepts such as microlearning, social media, and leveraging technology. Stand-alone chapters offer crucial support to practitioners building foundational skills, while in-depth tutorials on subjects such as collaborating with experts offer rich insights to guide the credentialed designer.

This fully revised and expanded volume offers new case studies, discussion questions, and sample design and lesson plans, ISD From the Ground Up demystifies the learning design process. Whether you are just getting your feet wet or have extensive experience in ISD, this industry staple provides the essential building blocks and more for ISD mastery.

Book Details

  • ISBN: 9781957157702

  • Pages: 356

  • Publication Date: April 2025

  • Formats: Paperback, PDF

  • Product Code: 112502

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About the Authors
Chuck Hodell PhD

Chuck Hodell has been writing, practicing, and teaching instructional systems design for many years. His books and articles have earned him the title of "The Man Who Wrote the Book on ISD." His bestselling four editions of ISD From the Ground Up and his SMEs From the Ground Up books are used internationally both in academic settings and in the practice of instructional design. He is also the author of many ATD Infolines, TD magazine articles, Best on ISD and is an ASTD Handbook contributor. He has appeared in ATD videos and participated in numerous online and ATD international conferences, including teaching preconference programs in ISD.Hodell has designed thousands of training programs for the White House, major corporations, nonprofits, numerous apprenticeship programs as well as assisting clients in Egypt, Africa, Europe, and other locations around the world.He presently serves as affiliate professor at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy and associate director and faculty of the Learning and Performance Technology master's program at the University of Maryland Baltimore County. Hodell served as deputy provost at the National Labor College and has held faculty positions at Antioch University and other institutions. He presently serves as the academic advisor for the Instructor Certification Program at the International Masonry Training and Education Foundation.Hodell holds a PhD in language, literacy and culture from UMBC, a master’s degree in ISD from UMBC, and an undergraduate degree from Antioch University.

Praise for this Book

“ISD From the Ground Up is a masterful guide for learning designers, offering clear, practical insights grounded in theory and real-world application. This latest edition is essential for anyone looking to create meaningful, effective learning experiences that stand the test of time.”

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“If you’re new to instructional design or feeling lost, this is the book you need. Chuck Hodell’s ISD From the Ground Up is your trusted guide, walking you step-by-step through the instructional design process.”

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“If you are looking for one single book that can teach you all you need to know to effectively practice instructional design, this is the best choice! ISD From the Ground Up provides information, guidance, and resources that all instructional designers and learning and development professionals need to excel in their roles.”

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“ISD From the Ground Up is not only evidence-based, it's practical. It feels like Chuck Hodell is sitting right next to you giving you guidance! This gem is a have-to-have book."

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