Challenges the tendency of instructional developers to dwell upon systematic processes of Instructional Development (ID) and argues that ID is more an art in which the end results must be worthwhile, relevant, and capable of justification. Sixteen references are listed. (MER)

One in a continuing series on visual aids, this article presents rules for the use of visuals in information presentations and orientations. Topics discussed include ambiguity and unanswered questions; the need for a cost/benefits analysis; appropriate visual styles; media selection; and the effects of visualizations on performance. (LRW)