Instructional Design Challenges

March 20, 2019

Integrating Innovative Learning In Everyday Instructional Design Practice

The role of the 21st-century corporate Instructional Designer is getting increasingly complex. Learn how the design professional can learn to integrate innovative learning in how and what they design in everyday practice.

by Sunanda Pandit Muzumdar, MEd, MSt, BA

October 5, 2018

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Instructional Design Vs. Learning Experience Design: Is There Really A Difference?

The difference between Instructional Design and Learning Design from the perspective of a decade-long Instructional Designer, and now a Learner Experience Designer.

by Monica Gragg

September 23, 2018

Building A Foundation That Supports Learning And Performance

What do people need to know to select the right health plan for their family? The answer to this question has important implications for understanding how what we already know (prior knowledge) affects learning and performance outcomes.

by Patti Shank, PhD

September 5, 2018

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5 Basic Principles Of Instructional Systems Design

Strategies must include both practical experiences for learners to achieve core competencies in each area, as well as theory—the ‘why’ behind the result. With that in mind, here are 5 basic principles of effective Instructional Systems Design.

by Dr. Brendan Moloney

July 27, 2018

Does Time Matter For Learning? It Does.

Exploring why valuable training outcomes may take more time than simple content.

by Patti Shank, PhD

July 27, 2018

Copyright And Intellectual Property In Instructional Design

You loved that picture of a grumpy cat. But are you allowed to use it? Make sure your company/clients are protected from liability by carefully respecting copyright and intellectual property laws.

by Amanda Costa

July 2, 2018

Instructional Designers: Add IDEATION To YOUR Toolbox

This article is directed at Instructional Designers and Learning Officers who see your function as being vital to the survival of your enterprise. Because it is.

by Alex Terego

May 29, 2018

4 Ways Vacasa’s Learning Designers Have Nailed Their Strategy

How can you adapt to meet rapid business growth? We spoke to Ben Digman, Learning Designer at Vacasa, to find out how his team met the challenge of rapid change. There’s a lot to love about their approach to providing eLearning that works, including the 4 simple things that underpin their strategy.

by Steve Penfold

May 10, 2018

Lesson 2. SMEs, Stakeholders, Roles: Where You Fit Into All Of It

Learn about Subject Matter Experts and other roles in an eLearning project. See what's your true role as a content developer and how to manage expectations.

by Michael Sheyahshe

January 25, 2018

5 Myths Of eLearning Instructional Design

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.

by Angel Green

January 14, 2018

Instructional Design For eLearning: Essential Guide To Creating Successful eLearning Courses

In creating this 2nd Edition of Instructional Design for eLearning, I have sought to provide a single resource on the subject that can be leveraged by both novice Instructional Designers and advanced practitioners.

by Marina Arshavskiy

December 13, 2017

Why Deeper Learning Requires Practice And Feedback

Here is why getting practice and feedback right is crucial for promoting deep learning.

by Patti Shank, PhD