Learning Visions

JANUARY 20, 2016

Today I got to kick off the eLearning Guild's latest online forum, Instructional Design Approaches for Project and Learner Success. I talked about one of my favorite subjects: the many shades of instructional design and shared some tips and ideas for designing better eLearning along the way.

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 23, 2021

I have given a number of presentations on scenario-based learning over the past five years, plus a few presentations on other topics. Presentations on scenario-based learning. Scenario-Based Learning (General Overview). Scenario-Based Learning: Why & How. Streamlining Branching Scenario Planning and Design.

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Experiencing eLearning

JULY 6, 2010

Back when I wrote my instructional design careers series in 2007, I was only aware of a few blogs by instructional designers. Since then, I’ve discovered a wealth of blogs by instructional designers, e-learning developers, and workplace learning specialists. Instructional Designers.

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Maestro

MAY 19, 2022

Is your instructional-design toolkit up-to-date? Our team prioritizes balancing timeless and timely: referencing the tried-and-true while staying on the cutting edge of the learning landscape. Take a look at the four models we often look to as we design learning solutions that create change. Kirkpatrick.

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 8, 2022

This post includes links on insights for L&D, Twine, game design, graphic design, and quality assurance for elearning. 48 learning and performance leaders share their favorite content shared in 2021. This list is heavy on evidence-informed design. Graphic design. Insights for L&D professionals.

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Corporate eLearning Strategies and Development

DECEMBER 19, 2011

@aaronesilvers Aaron Silvers gave a fascinating presentation for the recent eLearning Guild's online forum entitled Building the Instructional Designer's Relevance in 2012. You can find the recording here.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

This is post #3 in a series about how to become an instructional designer. I know many instructional designers were originally teachers or trainers who changed careers (just like I did). However, just like every other field, instructional design has its own set of jargon and specialized knowledge.

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Web Courseworks

JULY 16, 2019

I remember the days when Web Courseworks’ customers did not have online course instructional developers or designers and LMS administrators on staff. If you are a professional instructional designer or online course developer, you probably belong to the community of practice called the eLearning Guild.

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Corporate eLearning Strategies and Development

AUGUST 17, 2012

On August 27th I begin the next chapter of my eLearning career. I am leaving the Training and Development industry's most important professional association, The eLearning Guild , to be part of a startup in the data center industry. It's been an amazing learning experience. The opportunity was far too exciting to pass up.

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Learning Visions

NOVEMBER 3, 2012

Here are my slides from my presentation on Thursday, November 1, 2013 at the eLearning Guild DevLearn conference in Las Vegas. Putting Design Back into Instructional Design from cammybean. Thanks to a great audience -- we had lively conversation and great food for thought!

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Experiencing eLearning

MAY 7, 2019

What is your hourly rate as an instructional designer? The eLearning Guild Salary Calculator is one of the best tools for comparing the variables that affect salary in the US. The 2018 report puts the average salary for elearning professionals in the US at $84,421. What about freelance or consultant rates?

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Kapp Notes

AUGUST 14, 2009

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to present at the eLearning Guild's "Designing and Managing Learning in 3-D Virtual Worlds and Immersive Environments" for the opening general session of the online conference. The content was mostly taken from the upcoming book Tony O'Driscoll and I are writing called Learning in 3D.

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Experiencing eLearning

JANUARY 16, 2013

Last month, a reader named Jackie asked me a number of thoughtful questions about transitioning from teaching K-12 public school to instructional design. I work with a lot of faculty who have no experience with online learning, so they generally are open to my expertise as far as how to use the technology creatively.

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Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 18, 2009

I’d like some help answering the following question I received this morning: May i know the demand for instructional designers increase in the near future? A similar question came up on the eLearning Guild discussion board a few months ago. Posted in Careers & Work, Instructional Design.

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Experiencing eLearning

JULY 11, 2023

Tech with scenarios ChatGPT integration with Storyline for eLearning -Infinite Scenarios – YouTube Garima Gupta shows an example of a scenario with an open-ended question rather than multiple choice. This is done through a paid subscription service through her company, Artha Learning. Twine project that reports to xAPI.

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Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 29, 2012

On March 19, I'll be leading a one day workshop in Orlando as part of the pre-conference program for the eLearning Guild's 2012 Learning Solutions conference. And now, here you are, responsible – in some way – for the design, development, and/or delivery of eLearning. So now what?

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Experiencing eLearning

OCTOBER 6, 2020

The Learning Guild has planned a two-week online experience, since it’s not safe for us all to fly to Las Vegas. Streamlining Branching Scenario Planning and Design. The complexity of that structure grows exponentially and can be tricky to manage as an instructional designer.

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Learning Visions

SEPTEMBER 28, 2011

You have to provide some proof of your capabilities and at the very least be able to point to a really kick ass portfolio of design treatments or even courses you’ve built (or collaborated on with someone else). Volunteer for an organization like Lingos ( eLearning Global Giveback Competition) and create something for their clients.

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Learning Visions

JANUARY 5, 2012

I've been running a survey on my blog for a number of years now, asking practicing Instructional Designers if they have an advanced degree in the field. It's been awhile since I've shared updated survey results, so here's a quick rundown: About 63% of practicing IDs do NOT have an advanced degree.

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eLearning Cyclops

APRIL 9, 2012

eLearning Cyclops. My insights on elearning and mlearning. Free eLearning. New eBook from the eLearning Guild - "58 Tips for Breakthrough Instructional Design" I have always enjoyed the eLearning Guilds eBooks and they just released a new one - 58 Tips for Breakthrough Instructional Design.

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Learning Visions

AUGUST 28, 2014

Last week I presented an encore performance for the eLearning Guild as part of their Best of DevLearn series: Design Models and Patterns for Creating Better eLearning. The eLearning Guild Recording is now up and running from start to finish! Want more on Design Patterns ? Ali called it "FABULOUS".

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InSync Training

JANUARY 6, 2022

Throughout the first year or so of the pandemic, The Learning Guild – often in conjunction with Megan Torrance of Torrance Learning – solicited information about how organizations, and specifically L&D departments and workers, were faring. The results they found were more positive than they anticipated in this crisis.

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Experiencing eLearning

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

The Expanding Learning Platform Landscape: Panel Discussion. Motivation and Learning by Julie Dirksen. The Business of Learning: A Guild Master Panel. She showed examples of each trend, but then showed how she adapted one specific example of each for elearning. Curiosity, Discovery, and Learning by Adam Savage.

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OpenSesame

FEBRUARY 22, 2013

As a marketplace for online training courses, we’ve quickly learned what our customers are looking for in elearning courses - and what keeps buyers coming back for more. Here’s my Top Ten: Right Creating eLearning Courses'

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Clark Quinn

MARCH 27, 2010

At the eLearning Guild’s Learning Solutions conference this week, Jean Marripodi convinced Steve Acheson and myself to host a debate on the viability of ADDIE in her ID Zone. ADDIE includes a focus on implementation and evaluation. It assumes courses.

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Philip's Learning

MARCH 31, 2023

Design is an integral part of our daily lives. From the clothes we wear to the websites we browse, design influences our perceptions and experiences. However, designing effectively is not always an innate skill. It requires learning and practice, and this is where instructional design comes in.

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Experiencing eLearning

MAY 18, 2008

So my question is, are there instructional design companies that will let you work remotely to some degree or do most require you to be in office to interact with SME’s or other office staff? A Google search for “‘instructional designer’ telecommute&# returns over 18,000 hits, so there are things out there.

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eLearning Brothers

MARCH 29, 2016

Have you ever worked on an eLearning program only to discover your hard work was in vain? Being the proactive eLearning developer that you are, you dove into the deep end with the bloodthirsty sharks, head first. I’ll tell you what happened: your training department was ID-deficient or instructional design-deficient.

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Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 15, 2008

Cammy Beans Learning Visions Musings on eLearning, instructional design and other training stuff. Friday, February 15, 2008 Essential Reading for Instructional Design? As an instructional designer/eLearning professional, what books are the essential tools in your reference library ?

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Knowledge Guru

JULY 19, 2014

We’ve heard it again and again: instructional designers are clamoring to add game design to their skill sets. Managers are perking up too; they need their teams to develop the skills needed to bring game design “in-house.” Learn and practice from your home or office! About Sharon Boller.

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Dashe & Thomson

JUNE 22, 2011

James Hill is an instructional designer at The Home Depot Inc. He designs and develops training programs and performance improvement tools for front-line sales employees. He has also designed learning for the transportation industry and military. Now I have multiple design and delivery options available to me.

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Learningtogo

MARCH 9, 2017

One of the most rewarding things I’ve experienced as a learning consultant is being able to plant the seeds of new best practices and watch them bear fruit in so many unexpected ways. Last year I gave a presentation at Learning Solutions 2016 , organized by the eLearning Guild.

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Learnnovators

JANUARY 20, 2021

Her focus has been on utilizing the disciplines of educational psychology, instructional design, and behavioral science to promote and support the improvement of peoples’ lives through sustainable long-term learning and behavioral change. JULIE DIRKSEN - CRYSTAL BALLING WITH LEARNNOVATORS. She holds an M.S. THE INTERVIEW: 1.

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Limestone Learning

DECEMBER 28, 2023

Are you up for another year of learning? January 30–31, 2024: World of Learning Summit , London, UK The World of Learning Summit is a two-day Conference & Exhibition event that brings together leading experts, brands and professionals from the L&D community under one-roof. Happy new year!

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eLearning Cyclops

DECEMBER 8, 2013

I think like most people in our field, I am often asked how to get started in eLearning. Well, the eLearning Industry site has released " How to Become an eLearning Professional ," an ebook of tips for people interested in getting started. It also involves becoming competent in elearning design.

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eLearning Cyclops

APRIL 10, 2011

eLearning Cyclops. My insights on elearning and mlearning. Free eLearning. A Priest, A Rabbi and an Instructional Designer Are in a Bar and Identify a Training Need: A response to the #LCBQ. The Learning Circuits Big Question is how do we address the "I want it now" demand from stakeholders. Cloud Apps.

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Learning Visions

OCTOBER 13, 2009

Cammy Beans Learning Visions Musings on eLearning, instructional design and other training stuff. Tuesday, October 13, 2009 Instructional Design Questionnaire Dr. John Currys looking for input from instructional designers. The eLearning Salary Gender Gap Phew! Take the survey.

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