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Generational Differences

CourseArc

When instructional designers create courses for Baby Boomers, they should remember that this generation did not grow up with all the technology that is now coming into the world; therefore, courses designed for this audience must have an intuitive interface. Millennials : Millennials (Born 1981-2000).

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The Evolution of Instructional Design

CommLab India

In my previous blog, I introduced you to instructional design and its role in the development of e-learning modules. This blog will tell you about the evolution of instructional design over the last century, till date. The idea of using instructional design for training first emerged during World War II.

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A Brief History of Instructional Design

Origin Learning

Instructional Design has come a long way. From ‘training’, which was merely considered a passive function in an organization, the emphasis has now shifted towards making learning and talent development an integral part of corporate culture. The Conditionsof Learning – 1965. The birth of e-learning – 1980s.

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Articulate Storyline – 9 Practical Ways To Make A Great Course Within Your Budget

Spark Your Interest

It’s a cloud-based e-learning authoring tool. It enables instructional designers to create custom interactive courses. Many instructional designers are familiar with Articulate Storyline. Powerful show me/try me/test me software simulation e-learning capability. Extensive design capabilities.

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How Gagné’s Nine Events of Instruction Can Make Your Online Courses Better

CourseArc

His pioneering work in instructional design led to a systematic approach to learning that we know today as Gagné’s Nine Events of Instruction. This famed nine-step process can be adapted to help instructional designers and trainers in all fields create highly-effective courses in any topic.

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10 Steps to Create Your Own Learning Objects (L.O.s)

TalentLMS

What kind of images come to your mind when you think of learning objects ? All these scenarios and many more describe the functions and features of learning objects. Digital learning objects include many interesting and engaging activities that invite the learner to experiment with the content.

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How to Create an Online Course regardless of authoring tool or lack thereof

eLearning 24-7

There are pre-assumptions in play if you attend a workshop or seminar on instructional design or course building. I’ve never seen a presentation where the basics, including all facets of the introductory course design, are provided, regardless of the authoring tool or lack thereof. What to Ignore ADDIE.