Instructional Design Career

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February 3, 2015

Why Do You Need An Instructional Design Degree?

The issue of whether an Instructional Design degree should be a prerequisite is a hotly debated topic in the eLearning industry. Some believe that earning a degree gives instructional designers the model, theory, and tech knowledge they need. Others are of the opinion that on-the-job experience and self-study can instill that same knowledge. In this article I will take a look at why you may want to consider an Instructional Design degree.
by Christopher Pappas
January 30, 2015

7 Tips To Evaluate eLearning Professionals

Rifling through a seemingly endless stack of resumes and applications can be tedious, especially if you aren't quite sure what you're looking for. In this article, I'll share some tips on how to evaluate eLearning professionals, so that you can find the eLearning candidate who offers the experience and skill sets you need.
by Christopher Pappas
January 26, 2015

6 Tips On Interviewing eLearning Professionals

Asking the right questions during an interview can help you to gain insight into what a candidate has to offer to your organization. But what questions should you ask, and how can you insure that you get the most out of the interviewing process? In this article, I'll share some helpful tips on interviewing eLearning professionals.
by Christopher Pappas
January 10, 2015

6 Tips For Starting Out Into the E-Learning Field: A Personal Story!

I had just decided to pursue a career in e-Learning but the more I read about and saw the great work e-Learning professionals did, the less confident I became to launch out. I got intimidated by their years of experience and quality of work and articles and wondered where to begin, how to begin and if at all I had a place in the field. This article presents a few tips of starting out that I've gleaned in the past year of being in this great and growing field.
by Daniel Adeboye
December 19, 2014

6 Tips To Create An Instructional Design Cover Letter

Designing an Instructional Design Cover Letter that makes the hiring manager want to flip the page and take a look at your Instructional Design resume, can be a challenge in-and-of-itself. Fortunately, in this article you'll find a variety of tips and tricks on how to create a winning Instructional Design Cover Letter that will put you a cut above the competition.
by Christopher Pappas
December 10, 2014

Should an Instructional Designer Have an Advanced Degree?

As the field of eLearning continues to grow, so does the demand for instructional designers. If you look at job listings for many corporations, the listing specifies that they are seeking a qualified applicant who has an advanced degree. Is it necessary for someone to have a graduate degree in order to design quality training courses? It's certainly a matter of perspective with more than one opinion.
by Henson Gawliu Jr. | Digital Marketing Leader