D291 Learning Experience Design Foundations I – Final Exam Q&A (80+ Items) | Instructional Design, ADDIE, UDL, SAM, Learning Theories – 2025/2026 – WGU

This document provides a complete exam-focused review for the course D291 – Learning Experience Design Foundations I, tailored for students at Western Governors University (WGU) during the 2025/2026 academic year. It contains over 80 detailed questions and answers, covering the core principles, methods, and frameworks of instructional and learning experience design. Key topics explored in the document include: Instructional design models such as ADDIE, SAM, and Understanding by Design Human-centered design and design thinking, including empathy, ideation, and prototyping Universal Design for Learning (UDL) – representation, engagement, action, and expression Learning theories: behaviorism, cognitivism, constructivism, and connectivism Taxonomies and frameworks like Bloom’s Taxonomy, Fink’s Significant Learning, and Gagne’s Nine Events Principles of adult learning (andragogy), pedagogy, and transformative learning Real-world application of design frameworks to create learner-centered educational experiences This resource is ideal for students in: Instructional Design & Learning Experience Design programs Education or Teacher Preparation Degrees eLearning Development & Curriculum Design courses Educational Technology and Adult Learning tracks It is especially relevant for students at WGU and other institutions offering similar design-oriented education programs. With well-organized content, clear definitions, and theory-to-practice connections, this document ensures comprehensive exam readiness and supports success in both academic and professional instructional design contexts. Keywords: learning experience design, instructional design exam, ADDIE model, SAM model, UDL principles, design thinking education, adult learning theory, Bloom’s taxonomy, Gagne’s events, Fink’s learning taxonomy, transformative learning, WGU D291, human-centered design, learning theories, andragogy pedagogy