Overview: Successive Approximation Model

The Successive Approximation Model (SAM) offers a modern, agile alternative to traditional instructional design processes. Where ADDIE follows a linear path, SAM embraces iteration and flexibility through rapid prototyping and continuous improvement.

This introductory workshop provides a clear overview of SAM’s cyclical approach to learning design. You’ll discover how SAM emphasizes collaboration, early prototyping, and regular feedback as its core principles.

You’ll learn the core components of SAM, including the Preparation Phase, Iterative Design Phase, and Iterative Development Phase, along with considerations for when this approach might be appropriate. Perfect for those seeking to understand this popular model without overwhelming technical detail.

Leave with a comprehensive understanding of SAM’s approach, allowing you to make informed decisions about instructional design methodologies and participate in discussions about varied design approaches in the learning and development field.

Your people will learn how to:

• Understand the core principles behind SAM and how its advocates position it in the instructional design landscape
• Identify how SAM’s three distinct phases are intended to work together in its iterative approach to design
• Recognize the key differences between SAM and traditional linear approaches, allowing you to compare methodologies objectively
• Clearly understand the situations where SAM is typically recommended, giving you context for when you encounter this model
• Comprehend how rapid prototyping and iteration function within the SAM framework and its intended impact on learning design
• See how SAM’s collaborative elements are structured to engage stakeholders, giving you insight into this popular methodology