Instructional Design Challenges

January 19, 2017

ADDIE Vs. Backward Design: Which One, When, And Why?

Opinion is divided between which of the two popular Instructional Design models is ideal for developing an online course. Both have their pros and cons, and it is quite likely that one of the two is better than the other in a specific situation. This articles explores the ADDIE vs. Backward Design dilemma.

by Partha Bhattacharya

January 1, 2017

Don’t Shut Down That Amygdala, Please: How To Not Scare Off Learners

There are several mental conditions in which learning thrives. In this article, we talk about one in which learning simply does NOT take place – when the learner perceives a threat to their intellect. We explore how we might unconsciously scare off learners, and ways by which we can avoid doing so.

by Srividya Kumar

December 19, 2016

5 Tips For Defining eLearning, The Toughest Instructional Design Question

How do you define eLearning? In this article, I will provide advice to address the challenge Instructional Designers face on defining eLearning in a conversation when there is no shared definition.

by Linda Rening, PhD

November 24, 2016

Instructional Design101: Step By Step Process Of Content Comprehension

In my previous articles we have discussed about the importance and objectives of content comprehension. Here let us see the step by step process of content comprehension.

by Ayesha Habeeb Omer, Ph.D

November 22, 2016

5 Ways To Make Learners Receptive To Learning

An important ingredient for a course to succeed is make students receptive to learning. How can we get this right, opening up their minds for the possibility of learning, and thereby making full use of what the course has to offer? Read on to find out.

by Srividya Kumar

October 19, 2016

Content Comprehension: The First Step In The Instructional Design Process

Let’s see why content comprehension is the essential first step performed by an eLearning Instructional Designer after the training need analysis and setting training objectives.

by Ayesha Habeeb Omer, Ph.D

October 18, 2016

Seeking Original eLearning Design

In this article, I will draw on my visit at Thomas Jefferson’s retreat near Lynchburg, VA, Poplar Forest, and share valuable lessons about original eLearning design I gleaned from this experience.

by Ethan Edwards

October 11, 2016

eBook Release - Instructional Design 101: A Handy Reference Guide To eLearning Designers

The eBook Instructional Design 101: A Handy Reference Guide To eLearning Designers provides you an overall understanding of how eLearning courses must be developed, as well as the learning design strategies that play a pivotal role during the design process.

by Christopher Pappas

September 30, 2016

6 Tips On How To Start Planning eLearning Courses

Paul J. Meyer put it brilliantly when he said: “Productivity is never an accident. It is always the result of a commitment to excellence, intelligent planning, and focused effort.” Careful planning has the power to transform ideas into reality. More importantly, it can make your eLearning experiences more organized and effective. In this article, I’ll share 6 top tips on how to start planning your next eLearning course.

by Vinod Choudhary

September 13, 2016

How To Help People Learn: An Insight

People do and will need to keep learning as their jobs keep changing. So it’s our job to use the tactics that help people learn and remember and not simply throw content at them.

by Patti Shank, PhD

August 5, 2016

Swiss Cheese Learning: Is Your Course Full Of Holes?

In this article, I’ll be talking mostly about Swiss cheese. Well, actually, something I call Swiss Cheese Learning. It’s learning that's full of holes: A traditional approach to learning allows for learners to have fundamental gaps in knowledge and skills. It fails to accurately assess learning before allowing learners to move on. So, how can Mastery overcome this?

by Anna Sabramowicz

July 26, 2016

Mastery Learning: What Grand Theft Auto 5 Can Teach Us 

Have you ever wondered how to make your learning as addictive as video games? Ever thought about why these games make you fail 50 times in 10 minutes and you're still somehow pumped up to try again? Let's talk about The Mastery Learning Pattern and find out what we can apply from video games in regards to mastery AND failure.

by Anna Sabramowicz