Published 2025-12-30
Keywords
- Artificial Intelligence,
- instructional design,
- ADDIE Model,
- generative AI,
- human-AI collaboration
Copyright (c) 2025 Serena Marrandino

This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.
Abstract
This paper presents a proposal for using Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a support tool for instructional design, targeting learning professionals, instructional designers, HR, and teachers. The aim is to offer practical insights for integrating AI consciously, moving beyond mere automation to embrace the concept of a cognitive “teammate.” The article analyzes AI’s strengths (divergent thinking, predictive capabilities) and risks (bias, homogenization), proposing mitigation strategies based on human supervision. Finally, it illustrates the practical application of AI across the ADDIE model phases, demonstrating how the synergy between human and artificial intelligence can enhance the creative and decision-making processes in training.
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