Learningtogo

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Canaries in the Coal Mine: Instructional Design in the Age of AI by Margie Meacham The phrase “ canaries in the coal mine ” comes from the practice of miners bringing canaries into coal mines to detect the presence of carbon monoxide. It’s an elegant and life-saving solution for the miners; not so much for the canaries.

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CourseArc

MAY 30, 2022

from Brain Research. That’s why continued research is incredibly important for various reasons—from medical and technological advancements to informing how we learn. This knowledge, developed over years of brain research, has deep implications for learning design. Putting research into practice .

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LearnDash

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Wondering where to get started with designing your course? The good news, however, is that teaching is a learned skill—one that is backed by a lot of science and research. This is what instructional design is all about. Let’s start by reviewing some of the instructional design basics. Here’s where to start.

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Scissortail's Learning Nest

APRIL 22, 2024

It’s not as if designers and developers are heartless beasts who think that people with disabilities deserve to be left out. Most often, it’s that we’re not sure how to develop accessible eLearning without compromising effective instructional design. Or we think it will be too much trouble or cost too much. Dyscalculia.)

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Training Folks

MAY 25, 2023

What Is Instructional Design in Technology? According to research by PwC , employees across a wide range of industries, locations, and roles report a gap between workplace technologies and the skills needed to use those tools effectively.

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Educraft.tech - Technology meets Education

APRIL 22, 2023

5 Chrome Extensions for teachers and instructional designers that will save you tons of time and beef up your browsing experience. The post Must-have Chrome Extensions for teachers, researchers and instructional designers appeared first on Educraft.

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Clark Quinn

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

I recently mentioned that one of the problems with research is that things are more interconnected than we think. This is particularly true with cognitive research. Which underpins why it makes sense to talk about Learning Experience Design (LXD) and not just instructional design.

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Experiencing eLearning

MAY 16, 2012

.” In that post, I shared several links to research about the effectiveness of games for learning. If you are interested in a more in-depth review of research, Karl Kapp’s new book The Gamification of Learning and Instruction has an entire chapter titled “Research Says…Games are Effective for Learning.”

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 21, 2023

We already have the learning objectives and used them for designing the training, so let’s use them again here. Do we need clear learning objectives when we design training? Should we give those to learners with the same language we use for ourselves as designers? Objectives are designed to guide behavior.

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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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E-Learning Provocateur

AUGUST 12, 2014

That’s the view of some user-oriented design proponents. Whereas that post explored the role of the learner in the content development process, how about their role in the broader instructional design process? Carr-Chellman & Savoy (2004) provide a broad overview of user design. User-centered design.

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Experiencing eLearning

DECEMBER 27, 2022

How Research Informs My Work : How research informs my work as an instructional designer, in writing, designing, and justifying my decisions. This was a follow-up post from a Twitter debate about whether and how research is relevant to the work of instructional designers and corporate training professionals.

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Paradiso Solutions

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Instructional Designers craft learning experiences to enhance student performance. Entering instructional design offers diverse paths. Starting a career in instructional design can involve pursuing a graduate degree immediately after a bachelor’s or gaining experience in education before pursuing further education.

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Philip's Learning

MARCH 6, 2023

Have you ever considered a career as an instructional designer? Instructional designers are responsible for creating effective and engaging learning experiences for students and employees. They design and develop educational materials, assessments, and courses that help people learn and improve their skills.

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eLearning Industry

AUGUST 27, 2023

Researching what's best for your L&D program? Read all about these 5 Instructional Design models to find what works best for you and your learners. This post was first published on eLearning Industry.

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KnowledgeOne

JULY 13, 2023

Within this digital realm, instructional designers play a pivotal role in crafting engaging and effective learning experiences. We are thrilled to share that one of our courses has been honoured with the Award of Excellence and Innovation in Instructional Design by the Canadian Network for Innovation in Education (CNIE).

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Experiencing eLearning

DECEMBER 6, 2022

I have also recorded several conversations about instructional design careers, freelancing, and other topics. In this interview, I discussed when to use scenarios, tips for working with SMEs and stakeholders, planning and designing branching scenarios, and tools and resources. Redefine Instruction: Storytelling for L&D.

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The eLearning Coach

MARCH 27, 2024

There are still many ways to research and understand them. Don't give up hope if you can't talk to the target audience.

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Experiencing eLearning

JUNE 6, 2023

This post includes links on game design, branching scenario tools and templates, ChatGPT prompts for ID, AI tools, learning science, engagement, and the “magic email” for freelancers and consultants. When designing eLearning games using interactive stories, ask yourself the following six questions: What’s the point?

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Experiencing eLearning

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Instructional designers and training managers sometimes ask me, “How do I train SMEs to write better branching scenarios?” Instead, I think we as instructional designers and LXDs should interview the SMEs as part of our analysis, and then we should write it. They aren’t experts in learning.

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LearnDash

MAY 2, 2013

So you want to be an instructional designer but you’re not sure the exact qualifications ? Well, Today’s Instructional Designer does more than create elearning or live instructor courses, they must wear many hats. Researcher: Wouldn’t it be great if all the content was already available for us as instructional designers?

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 14, 2023

This post includes links on growth mindset, an AI tool for instructional design, branching scenarios, accessibility, and a magazine issue with elearning articles by multiple prominent authors. At the time, there wasn’t much critical research on the topic. I share these links periodically here on my blog.

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eLearning Industry

MAY 1, 2022

Learning and Development professionals are responsible for designing and curating learning experiences that inspire and empower learners to grow personally and professionally so that they can tackle change and problem-solve on the job. This article offers three research-based tactics to do so.

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Hurix Digital

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Curriculum development and instructional design are two closely related fields involved in developing educational content. However, the concept of curriculum development varies from instructional design on several counts. This blog explores the key differences between curriculum development and instructional design.

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Knowledge Guru

APRIL 12, 2017

As the instructional designer, she expects you to create the learning game. You’re already on staff and it’s your job to create training content… so it seems natural that you would have the skills to design a serious game or gamification system as well. What is Instructional Design? The problem?

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LearnDash

MARCH 26, 2014

Effective online (or offline) instructional design is a critical component to improving learning retention. Without a well through-out instructional model, learning opportunities can be missed – sometimes completely. There are many theories on instructional design best practices. Sources: Marzano, R.J.,

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Experiencing eLearning

MARCH 3, 2015

If you’re looking for some reading to improve your skills or get started in the field of instructional design, check out these books. General Instructional Design and E-Learning. Design For How People Learn by Julie Dirksen is one of my favorite books in the field. I’ve recommended it many times.

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Kapp Notes

JUNE 9, 2014

The other day I was asked if I knew any good resources on instructional design and so here is a short list. Not specifically about the ADDIE process but two great research-based design books. Quickie Version of Instructional Design. ” Other Views on Designing Instruction.

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Infopro Learning

APRIL 5, 2016

After some hasty research, I found a source which talked about changing the name of ‘instructional designers’ to ‘learning experience designers’. Learning experience design simply means creating experiences rather than just curriculum. What do I have to do to become a learning experience designer?

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eLearningMind

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Keller is currently a professor of instructional systems and educational psychology at the University of Florida, and his ARCS model is essentially a way to marry instructional design with learner motivation for the best possible result. What is the ARCS model of instructional design?

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Allen Interactions

APRIL 27, 2017

By Edm ond Manning , Senior Instructional Strategist. With so many fascinating topics in our world of learning design (mobile learning! we forget to discuss the sticky, ambiguous issues at the core of our world, topics that don’t have easy answers or a body of research for us to invoke. Gamification!)

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Clarity Consultants

AUGUST 24, 2023

And as instructional design continues to evolve, technological breakthroughs showcase the importance of staying ahead. How Do Instructional Design Firms Stay Current with Technology Encourage Continuous Learning At instructional design firms, a culture of continuous learning is not just encouraged but fully embraced.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 23, 2024

This post includes links related to AI, DEI and accessibility, Twine, freelancing, storyboarding, visual design, facilitation, and books for IDs. This was created in Midjourney and edited in Affinity Designer. – Learnlets Clark Quinn reflects on why DEI is important, including some review of research supporting DEI work.

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CLO Magazine

APRIL 10, 2023

But, as with any new technology, there are obstacles that instructional designers must navigate to create effective training programs in the Metaverse. In this article, I will delve into the challenges faced by learning and development professionals in designing immersive training experiences and explore potential solutions.

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Experiencing eLearning

JUNE 30, 2015

How many times have you told people, “I’m an instructional designer,” only to be met with a blank stare? Last month, Connie Malamed proposed a new name for the field of instructional design : Learning Experience Design or LX Design. Design and develop learning experiences.

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Hurix Digital

JUNE 26, 2023

Consequently, there has been a need for businesses and organizations to adopt a remote instructional design to cater to employees effectively and efficiently. It is important to remember that instructional design must be carefully planned to ensure optimal learning and growth. In Conclusion What is Instructional Design?

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 30, 2015

In response to my list of 12+ Books for Instructional Designers , I received a lot of great suggestions for further reading. Instructional Design and Learning Design. Streamlined ID: A Practical Guide to Instructional Design : Miriam Larson suggested her book, co-authored with Barbara Lockee.

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