A step-by-step exposition is presented of the manner in which the systematic application of the principles of instructional design can lead to sequential learning. Following an introduction to systematic instructional design, the second and third chapters of the book discuss a systems model of the classroom and the setting of objectives for systematic instruction. The next two chapters analyze the task to be taught and classify learning tasks and optimum learning conditions. Chapter six deals with the selection of methods and media and chapter seven with synthesizing components and preparing teaching plans, their evaluation, and the provision for feedback relating to the instructional system.