eLearning Career

August 27, 2015

Physical Activity And eLearning Development: What eLearning Professionals Need To Know

What running shoes have to do with eLearning development? This article discusses the connection between physical activity and eLearning development and the importance of taking breaks while working on an eLearning project (or any other related computer task for that matter). Read how to keep your physical and mental health while avoiding CVS (Computer Vision Syndrome).

by Rambo Levin

July 10, 2015

What Will Your eLearning Salary Be Like In 5 Years? 6 Factors To Consider

Whether you’re new to the eLearning industry or have been designing eLearning courses for a decade, it’s important to keep an eye on the state of our salaries. In this article, I’ll offer a closer look at what eLearning salary will be like 5 years from today and I’ll share 6 factors that may influence eLearning salary.

by Christopher Pappas

June 27, 2015

8 Common eLearning Interview Questions

Ready to expand your Learning and Development team? Want to find the perfect eLearning professional to design your next eLearning course? In this article, I’ll share 8 common eLearning interview questions you’ll want to ask before hiring an eLearning professional. On the flipside, eLearning professionals can use these questions to get prepared for their upcoming eLearning interview.

by Christopher Pappas

June 19, 2015

5 Common Misconceptions About Instructional Designer Salaries

As is the case with most professions, over the course of time a variety of myths, exaggerations, and misconceptions surface about the pay involved. In this article, I’ll shed some light on the most common misconceptions about instructional designer salaries all instructional designers involved in the eLearning Industry should be aware of, as well as the factors that can affect your eLearning Salary.

by Christopher Pappas

June 17, 2015

12 Top Qualities That Shape A Successful eLearning Freelancer

Becoming an eLearning freelancer may not be the easiest career path, but it can be one of the most rewarding ones, as eLearning freelancers have to take on many roles throughout a typical work day. Part marketers, part graphic designers, and part subject matter experts, certain qualities are required to successfully wear the many hats that are included in the job description. If you’re thinking about starting out on your own in the eLearning industry, read this article to find out 12 top qualities that shape a successful eLearning freelancer.

by Christopher Pappas

June 12, 2015

Finding The Best Instructional Design PhD Degree: 6 Selection Criteria

Every eLearning professional has their own unique goals and objectives in mind when searching for the ideal Instructional Design PhD program. This makes the purpose of identifying the selection criteria even more challenging. In this article, I’ll share some invaluable tips that you can use to find the Instructional Design Doctorate program that checks all the boxes on your must-have list, regardless of your niche or desired career path.

by Christopher Pappas

June 11, 2015

Three Top Technological Strategies For Postgraduate / Doctoral Success

Today, approximately 40 to 45% of US students entering universities for some form of doctoral degree failed to complete within six years, although the statistics change according to the general class of the institution. Consistently the variables which correlate most closely with non completion are students who are: older, working full time and part time, and/or at a distance from campus. This article identifies 3 key technological strategies where technology enhanced learning options should be able to significantly improve socialization and therefore graduate completion rates.

by E. Alana James, Ed.D.

June 5, 2015

Finding The Best Instructional Design Master’s Degree: 6 Selection Criteria

Due to the sheer abundance of Instructional Design Master’s programs available, choosing the one that is ideal for your specific professional goals and objectives can be time consuming and stressful. In this article, I’ll offer you some tips that can make the process of selecting an Instructional Design Master’s program quite straightforward.

by Christopher Pappas

May 27, 2015

The Modern Trainer's Roles And Responsibilities

The role of a trainer is quite well established. When you ask a trainer a question "What do you do for a living" then he/she will tell you about leading people to change, moderating discussions, building moments of reflection, being an expert and sharing his/her expertise, presenting, mentoring, etc. These responsibilities are connected with this role from ages. Such understanding of trainer's role becomes, however, outdated. Let's discuss what kind of new competencies and fields of engagement are demanded from the trainer of the XXI century.

by Marek Hyla

May 27, 2015

Finding The Best Instructional Design Bachelor Degree: 6 Selection Criteria

Looking for tips that can help you choose the best Instructional Design Bachelor Degree in order to achieve your professional goals? In this article, I’ll share a variety of tips that will allow you to find the ideal program, by mentioning some factors to consider, regardless of your current level of experience or desired specialty.

by Christopher Pappas

May 26, 2015

WANTED: Six-Figure Instructional Designers

Instructional designers with entrepreneurial experience, creativity and tech skills are highly sought after by companies. Here's why...

by Vicki Kunkel

May 21, 2015

5 Tips For Mentoring New Freelance Instructional Designers

New freelance instructional designers often painfully pay their dues while feeling inadequate and lacking confidence. But it doesn’t have to be that way! Through effective on-boarding and guidance, you can help new team members be productive and successful from their very first project.

by Catherine Davis