Instructional Design

May 25, 2016

4 Tips To Use Criterion Referenced Instruction Principles In Online Training

Criterion Referenced Instruction, or CRI, is an approach that centers on multimedia-rich, self-guided learning experiences. Its four-stage process offers Instructional Designers the opportunity to create targeted online training courses that produce measurable results. This makes it highly effective in the corporate eLearning sector. In this article, I'll show you how to apply it in your online training program.

by Christopher Pappas

May 25, 2016

Instructional Designers: Should Improving Thinking Skills Be Your Topmost Priority?

If your answer is “no”, but you are curious, or if you answered “yes” and want to know more about thinking skills, read on. Either way, the key question is this: “What drives thinking?”

by Alex Terego

May 24, 2016

Learning Is For Everyone: Instructional Design For Accessibility (Free Technical Article!)

As Instructional Designers, we’re always looking for new tools and best practices to deliver value to our learners. One thing some of us forget, though, is the issue of accessibility – are our courses open to all, including people with disabilities? In Learning Is For Everyone: Instructional Design For Accessibility, Obsidian Learning examines several issues related to accessibility and eLearning.

by Christopher Pappas

May 22, 2016

Creating eLearning In A Functional Context: 4 Rules To Apply

The saying goes that "knowledge is power", but this is only the case if learners know how to apply the information they've collected. In this article, I'll share everything you need to know about Functional Context, including its core interacting components, and 4 rules to help you apply this approach in your Instructional Design for eLearning.

by Christopher Pappas

May 21, 2016

4 Tips To Use The Minimalist Theory In eLearning

The eLearning content you create should help online learners to achieve their goals, not hinder their success. In this article, you will find the 6 basic principles that underly the Minimalist Theory, and 4 tips to apply it in your next eLearning course.

by Christopher Pappas

May 18, 2016

Instructional Designers: We Have More Than One Intelligence (Part Four: Logical - Mathematical Intelligence)

In this article I am going to focus on logical / mathematical intelligence and why it is so important for Instructional Designers.

by Alex Terego

May 15, 2016

Applying The Conversation Theory In Instructional Design

What do you get when you combine cybernetics with online education? A theory that takes a systematic, technology-based approach to Instructional Design. In this article, I'll share everything you need to know about the Conversation Theory, including the core principles, levels, and types.

by Christopher Pappas

May 14, 2016

Instructional Designers: We Have More Than One Intelligence (Part Three: Literacy Literally Matters)

In this article I will focus on why literacy saves money and why it is so important for Instructional Designers.

by Alex Terego

May 12, 2016

Instructional Designers: We Have More Than One Intelligence (Part Two: Emotional / Intrapersonal Intelligence)

In this article I am going to focus on emotional / intrapersonal intelligence, what are the intrapersonal skills, how to use them, and why all these are so important for Instructional Designers.

by Alex Terego

May 10, 2016

Learning Interactions: Elevate Your eLearning By Considering The Big Picture

Explore the importance of starting to make small and achievable design changes and learning interactions that might create unexpected opportunities for real learning.

by Ethan Edwards

May 8, 2016

Instructional Designers: We Have More Than One Intelligence (Part One: Interpersonal Intelligence)

In this article I am going to focus on interpersonal intelligence from the arsenal of multiple intelligences and I will explain why it is so important for Instructional Designers.

by Alex Terego

May 7, 2016

Learning Battle Cards Maps: Source Of Inspiration For Instructional Designers

Apart from all theories and taxonomies behind, Instructional Design is a creative process. While designing new things you need not only knowledge about rules, frameworks, and best practices, but also sparks of inspiration which will lead you to innovative solutions. Here is how to be inspired by Learning Battle Cards maps.

by Marek Hyla