Dashe & Thomson

MARCH 15, 2021

The previous blog in this series talked about how using storytelling in your design produces instruction that is sticky. Not only can you use storytelling as a training tactic, but you can also use it as an instructional strategy. In fact, people have been doing it for hundreds of years.

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Dashe & Thomson

FEBRUARY 25, 2011

Weber also points out how effectively additional techniques demonstrated in the movie – like music, movement, and humor – open the mind to learning. Finding ways to incorporate these elements can be difficult for instructional designers, curriculum developers, and, especially, creators of eLearning. Download the whitepaper » Blog this!

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Experiencing eLearning

JANUARY 9, 2024

These are my top blog posts from 2023 plus a review of a few other accomplishments and my goals for 2024. Top new blog posts of 2023 I would never have guessed that a post on learning objectives would be my top post for the year, but this turned out to be a surprisingly controversial topic. Read more about using AI to write scenarios.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Blogging, presenting, and other forms of sharing expertise I spend a lot of time writing and speaking about scenario-based learning, instructional design, and other topics. Last year, I spent about 10 hours each month on my blog. 75% of those found me via my blog; the rest found me on LinkedIn.

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Experiencing eLearning

AUGUST 8, 2023

I share these links periodically here on my blog. This post includes links on character images and other illustrations, AI image editing tools and tips, Twine, scenario examples and tools, and instructional design skills. As I read online, I bookmark resources I find interesting and useful.

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Appsembler

AUGUST 12, 2021

Many companies used MOOCs –– Massive Open Online Courses –– such as edX, to offer pre-packaged courses to their learners. That’s where the Open edX platform comes in. This blog post will explore: What is Open edX? How do I create online training courses on Open edX? Where can I get help building Open edX courses?

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Kitaboo

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Such resources, also known as Open Access Textbooks, are available extensively for teaching and learning purposes. Digital textbook platforms like KITABOO , offer a cloud-based solution for distributing interactive, mobile-ready ebooks and Open Access Textbooks. Table of Contents: What Do Open Access Textbooks Refer To?

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Experiencing eLearning

DECEMBER 29, 2020

I have written over 1100 blog posts since I started this blog in 2006. What does an instructional designer do? Over the years, many people have asked me what an instructional designer does and how to get into the field. Instructional Design Hourly Rates and Salary. Instructional Design Hourly Rates and Salary.

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Hurix Digital

MARCH 26, 2024

So, is critical thinking truly the key to Instructional Design success? Let’s delve into these complex questions, exploring the significance of critical thinking and its interplay with other essential instructional design strategies. Is it the sole ingredient, or does it require a blend of other elements?

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BrainCert

OCTOBER 6, 2023

One of the first decisions you'll encounter on this journey is whether to opt for an open-source learning platform or invest in a commercial one. In this blog post, we'll explore the key differences between open-source and commercial learning platforms to help you make an informed decision.

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Kapp Notes

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

The blog book tour for The Gamification of Learning and Instruction has come to an end. In his recent (and still on-going) Massively Open Online Course (MOOC) on Gamification, Kevin Werbach, Assistant Professor at Wharton said this about the book…. That’s the great thing about social media, it provides an open forum.

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Aptara

JULY 13, 2023

This blog explores the benefits of outsourcing eLearning and provides insights into best practices while partnering with Aptara. With our knowledge of instructional design principles, learning technologies, and industry best practices, we create high-quality eLearning courses that meets the specific needs of your organizations.

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Wizcabin

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Whether you’re an educator or an instructional designer, understanding the importance of assessments in e-learning and how to optimize them can greatly enhance the quality of your courses. They help instructors identify areas where students may be struggling or excelling, allowing for tailored instruction.

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Wizcabin

AUGUST 15, 2023

In the realm of instructional design, innovation plays a pivotal role in enhancing the learning experience. Enter ChatGPT, an AI-powered tool that has the potential to revolutionize how educators and instructional designers create engaging and personalized learning materials. ” What is ChatGPT?

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 23, 2021

While I often share those recordings on my blog as they happen, this is the first time I have compiled a complete list like this. I’m linking to blog posts about the presentations rather than directly to the recordings because I often include links to resources or further information in my posts. Blogging to Build Your Business.

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IT Training Department Blog

JULY 27, 2023

Whether you’re looking to hire an instructional designer, find some help for your next project, or are an instructional designer looking to improve your skills, this blog post is a must-read. For training resources to have maximum impact, instructional designers must adhere to the instructional design commandments.

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Kitaboo

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Navigating the realm of instructional content licensing need not be daunting as long as you’re clear on your goals for publicizing such content. In this blog, we will explore a framework that educators can leverage to create open courseware and establish effective licensing protocols. Table of Contents I.

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 26, 2024

If the simulation isn’t embedded below, try opening it in a new tab. There’s no explicit instructional feedback until the very end, right before you can restart the scenario. I’ll write more about that process of creating images in a future blog post. Free registration is open now. What do you think?

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Kapp Notes

APRIL 21, 2012

The first week of the blog book tour has ended and it has been a fantastic week with informative blog posts, information and opinions about gamification and even a bit of controversy. If we don’t, the entire concept and application it will go into a direction that, from an instructional standpoint, is untenable. Week One Recap.

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Experiencing eLearning

JANUARY 11, 2022

Some of these resources are exclusive to the course and won’t be available on my blog or through other sources. Instructional designers who want to create a branching scenario. If you want the discounted rate, sign up when enrollment opens, even if you won’t be able to complete the training until later.

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TalentLMS

OCTOBER 18, 2021

There’s definitely something about numbers and instructional design for eLearning. We’ve got Gagne’s nine events of instruction, Kirkpatrick’s four-level training evaluation model, Senge’s five disciplines. Compared to the other eLearning model designers, his arrival on the instructional design scene is relatively recent.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

I share these links about once a month here on my blog. I’m experimenting with AI image tools to create images for my blog posts. AI tools What AI Tools are Instructional Designers Using? This includes visual customization like fonts, lists, button styles as well as some new blocks like an open reflection block.

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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. Are there jobs I should lean toward to which are more open than others? When I work with faculty in higher ed, most of the time they are pretty open to creative approaches.

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Kitaboo

OCTOBER 31, 2023

A couple of decades later, the meaning of digital textbooks and instructional books has evolved, but the core purpose remains the same. What are Digital Textbooks and Instructional Books? Characteristics of Quality Digital Textbooks and Instructional Books IV. To provide rich, relevant, and cost-effective education.

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Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

I share these links periodically here on my blog. Open a Mac app from an unidentified developer – Apple Support. ” This is just Apple trying to restrict you from leaving their walled garden and using an open source program where they can’t make any money. Scenario-based learning (SBL) research. Knight Lab.

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Experiencing eLearning

JULY 11, 2023

I share these links periodically here on my blog. 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. As I read online, I bookmark resources I find interesting and useful.

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Spark Your Interest

SEPTEMBER 1, 2019

Traps To Avoid When Hiring An Instructional Designer. This is the last in our series of articles discussing finding and selecting a great instructional design company. In our first article we discussed the 10 Qualities and Skills of Great Instructional Design Companies. Focusing on Hiring Someone Who Is A Subject Matter Expert.

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Folio3

MARCH 9, 2023

In order to generate training materials for their staff, instructional designers most frequently use authoring tools for eLearning; which includes compliance, soft skills and hard, onboarding, etc. H5P A rich and interactive multimedia creation system for e-learning, H5P is open-source and community-driven.

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eAbyas Info Solutions

DECEMBER 19, 2022

MoodleNet , our platform to share and curate open educational resources, has been live for just over a year and the community has added thousands of educational resources in that time. Stay tuned for the next part of this blog, where we will explain the process of resource collections. Ready to go with MoodleNet?

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Learning Visions

FEBRUARY 2, 2011

These are my live-blogged notes from the opening session. Here we are in sunny San Jose, kicking off ASTD’s TechKnowledge 2011. Learning professionals are still playing catchup with web 3.0,

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Allison Rossett

APRIL 21, 2012

Although we set out to learn about the contours of the elearning terrain, our project revealed much about instructional design practice today. Mostly, they used technology to enable those practices associated with good old fashioned instructional design. Once the mission is targeted, instructional designers want to know WHY.

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Allison Rossett

APRIL 21, 2012

Although we set out to learn about the contours of the elearning terrain, our project revealed much about instructional design practice today. Mostly, they used technology to enable those practices associated with good old fashioned instructional design. Once the mission is targeted, instructional designers want to know WHY.

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 12, 2019

If you’re hoping to move into a career in instructional design, chances are you need to learn some of the common technology. This is part 4 in a series about how to become an instructional designer. The IconLogic blog has tips on Captivate, Storyline, Camtasia, RoboHelp, and more. Authoring Tools. Microsoft Office.

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Appsembler

MAY 11, 2021

This works well and intuitively on edX.org, but we’ve seen a fair amount of justifiable confusion over how certificates work on sites powered by Open edX, like those hosted and supported by Appsembler. We hope this blog post will shed some light on the matter! What is a Certificate? How To Generate Certificates.

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Kapp Notes

JANUARY 31, 2017

So let’s dig into the report because it’s not quite a death spiral and the need for good instructional design is bigger than ever. In fact, in my blog post Games, Gamification & Learning in China I observed. Instruction is delivered in one of three methods. Instructional Design Skills Still Needed.

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E-Learning Provocateur

DECEMBER 27, 2010

As 2010 draws to a close, I thought I’d take a moment to recap my blog posts during the year. Learning theory & instructional design. • Theory-informed instructional design tips. • Open Learning Network vs ILE. I hope you take the opportunity to read any that you may have missed. Informal learning.

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Infopro Learning

JANUARY 22, 2024

This is a concerning rise in the time required for employers to fill open positions. In this blog, we’ll navigate the hiring challenges businesses face today and introduce you to the game-changing concept of staff augmentation; the key to unlocking your hiring potential. 

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