Instructional Design

July 9, 2014

Becoming an Instructional Designer - What does it take?

In today's consumer-driven economy, few fields of specialization are well defined and clearly remarked. That's because "specialists" today need to continually evolve in order to meet the changing demands of their professions. As they morph their skill sets to fulfill new and emerging customer requirements, the body of knowledge of their professions evolve too. This article is the first in a series about breaking into Instructional Design. Check it out and learn the top Instructional Design competencies needed to become a successful Instructional Designer.

by Marina Arshavskiy

July 1, 2014

The Importance of Responsive Design in Online Education

Responsive design will become a critical aspect of online education in the very near future. Those institutions willing to engage with learners in the online environment they are most comfortable in are sure to have the effort reflected in increased satisfaction and retention.

by Michael Schmitz

June 18, 2014

Instructional Design Models and Theories: Inquiry-based Learning Model

1960s - Joseph Schwab was one of the key founders of the Inquiry-based Learning Model that relies upon the idea that individuals are able to learn by investigating scenarios and problems, and through social experiences.

by Christopher Pappas

May 13, 2014

Instructional Design Models and Theories: Programmed Instruction Educational Model

1954 - B. F. Skinner and J. G. Holland implemented Programmed Instruction Educational Model at Harvard. Check the Instructional Design Models and Theories: Programmed Instruction Educational Model article to find more.

by Christopher Pappas

May 4, 2014

Achieving Worthy Performance in Healthcare Instructional Design

Do you want to design instruction that turns typical employee performance into exemplary performance? Then read on.

by Sheila D. McCray

April 24, 2014

5 Instructional Design Traps to Avoid

Excellent e-Learning is built on solid instructional design decisions. But for those of us without the budgetary luxury of an in-house instructional designer, tackling instructional design is sometimes easier said than done. 

by Stephanie Ivec

April 7, 2014

Instructional Design Models and Theories: Computer-Based Instruction Theory

1950s - Computer-Based Instruction is used in educational and training environments. Check the Instructional Design Models and Theories: Computer-Based Instruction Theory article to find more.

by Christopher Pappas

March 24, 2014

Instructional Design Models and Theories: Information Processing Theory

1950s - The Information Processing Theory emerges. Check the Instructional Design Models and Theories: Information Processing Theory article and presentation to find more.

by Christopher Pappas

March 7, 2014

Instructional Design Models and Theories: Cooperative and Collaborative Theory

1937 - Mark Arthur May and Leonard William Doob collected all the principles behind the Cooperative and Collaborative Learning Theory. Check the Instructional Design Models and Theories: Cooperative and Collaborative Learning Theory article and presentation to find more.

by Christopher Pappas

February 12, 2014

Instructional Design Models and Theories: Operant Conditioning Theory

1937 - B.F. Skinner introduces the Operant Conditioning Theory. Check the Instructional Design Models and Theories: Operant Conditioning Theory article and presentation to find more.

by Christopher Pappas

February 7, 2014

7 Common Instructional Design Pitfalls in E-learning Storyboards

Storyboard writing is a core skill that all e-learning instructional designers must master. Yet there are common pitfalls that pop up frequently - both for newbies and seasoned instructional designers. Get these valuable tips for improving your e-learning storyboards: your team, your client, and - especially - your reviewer will thank you!

by Catherine Davis

January 30, 2014

Instructional Design Models and Theories: Schema Theory

1932 - Psychologist Frederic Bartlett Proposes the Schema Theory. Check the Instructional Design Models and Theories: Schema Theory article and presentation to find more.

by Christopher Pappas