Instructional Design

Questioning learners has always been a very effective tool in the arsenal of instructors. In an eLearning context however, because of the physical separation of teachers and learners, the use of questioning techniques attains even more relevance. What course developers and instructors can’t assess through visual observation and in-person interactions, they must accomplish through innovative questioning techniques.

Following Instructional Design best practices in creating eLearning and online training courses is vital for effective and meaningful instruction.

Are you interested in becoming an Instructional Designer? Or are you just starting out in the world of learning theories? The focus of this article is to inform the reader of 3 unique learning theories while discussing the implications they have had in the field of Instructional Design (ID).

Are you new to the field of Instructional Design? Do you want to expand your knowledge of adult learning theories and practice of design? This article takes an in-depth look at 3 adult learning theories and the implications of those theories on Instructional Design.

Every successful journey starts with carefully plotting the eLearning course and knowing the destination. The same rule applies to personal and professional development. In this article, I'll share the top 5 reasons why outcome-based learning is better than design-first learning and 3 tips on how to successfully develop an outcome-based learning strategy.

Using Design Thinking methods in Instructional Design becomes more and more popular. Recently we published one of our Instructional Designing Thinking tools (Learning Battle Cards Canvas) on the Creative Commons license to let you self-print it and use it at your own discretion.

This article serves as a brief summary of the best practices that training and development professionals can use to resolve these challenges in their effort to deliver impactful learning solutions.

There has been an ongoing debate amongst educators about the role of memory versus intelligence in fostering effective learning. It has long been held that learners are more successful in retaining new content if they consciously think about what’s being taught, as opposed to simply memorizing what they see on the slides or on a computer screen.

Adult learning is daunting for both adult learners and their online instructors. However, is it possible that the biggest challenge to adult education exists right inside the online learner’s mind?

The rise of Millennials in the workplace has led to endless articles about the challenges of "adulting". It turns out many adults don’t feel grown-up. So, what defines adult learners and how do they differ from younger audiences?

In this article, I will share some commonly held beliefs about eLearning Instructional Design that I believe are actually myths and invite you, the readers, to join in the conversation.

In the absence of an experienced Instructional Designer, Instructional Design software or rapid authoring tools are making it easier for companies to develop rich and interactive courses nonetheless. Looking for Instructional Design software tools? Use our guide to popular course authoring software.