An article by M. David Merrill's on the First Principles of Instruction he developed to be used as an instructional theory. Gives a thorough description of his instructional principles and how he feels they should be applied.

A website from the University of Delaware which guides an educator on some key planning points for a demonstration. It was very clear and easy to understand. This website also provides a checklist to help instructors design their demonstrations.

A study evaluating the efficacy of a package insert compared to a video demonstration or an in person demonstration as a mode of teaching a patient how to use a metered dose inhaler. A great article to support the need for pharmacists providing counseling to patients, and shows an example of how demonstrations can be helpful even outside the classroom.

A study involving an introductory to physics class evaluating the efficacy of three modes of presenting a demonstration. A great article describing the efficacy of the different modes of presenting a demonstration.