A Classification Framework for Educational Modeling Languages in Instructional Design

The integration of advanced learning technologies in education has made the design and development of instructional units and courses a complex task. Instructional design languages are proposed as a conceptual tool to achieve more creative design solutions and to enhance communication in design teams. This paper reviews the state of the art in the development, application, and research concerning the use of design languages in education and e-learning. The review reports on relevant literature and on both theoretical and empirical studies. As basis for further research, the authors propose a taxonomy of design languages and a framework for possible application of design languages in instructional design and elearning practices.