The ADDIE model, the ASSURE model, and the UbD model are all instructional design frameworks used to guide teaching and learning.
A similarity among them is that all three focus on systematic planning to improve student learning outcomes.
Another similarity is that they all emphasize assessment and evaluation as part of the process.
However, the ADDIE model is broader and more general, focusing on five phases (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation), while the ASSURE model is more specific to technology integration and media use in the classroom.
The UbD model is different in that it starts with the end goals (backward design) and emphasizes deep understanding rather than just activities.
Unlike ADDIE and ASSURE, which are more step-by-step, UbD is more conceptual and flexible, encouraging teachers to focus on “big ideas” and essential questions.
Overall, I think UbD is better to use in modern classrooms because it promotes critical thinking, long-term understanding, and aligns well with student-centered, inquiry-based learning.