Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

While most of the the presentations, webinars, and podcast interviews that I do relate to scenario-based learning , I have also spoken with multiple groups about instructional design careers and freelancing. This post is a collection of all of my presentations and podcasts about instructional design careers and freelancing.

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Experiencing eLearning

AUGUST 10, 2021

I share these links periodically here on my blog. This post includes links on instructional design research and principles, productivity, video, animation, visual design, an elearning example, and my article on scenario-based learning for TD Magazine. Instructional design research and principles.

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Experiencing eLearning

JULY 2, 2019

Everyone working in instructional design, learning experience design, or elearning should have a portfolio. This post on building an instructional design portfolio includes what to include and additional tips. This blog and my portfolio were both built with WordPress. Why do you need a portfolio?

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Experiencing eLearning

MAY 30, 2023

What professional organizations are useful for instructional designers? This post is part of a series about instructional design careers. The Learning Guild, ATD, TLDC, Training Magazine Network, and LDA all provide both free and paid resources for instructional designers and other learning and development professionals.

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LearnDash

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

If you’ve spent enough time reading about how to design an engaging online course, you’ve probably heard of gamification. The post Blog Round-up: Gamification appeared first on LearnDash. Gamification is one of the most effective ways to increase learner engagement in your course.

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Paradiso

APRIL 4, 2025

In this blog, we will explore the role of LMS platforms, the importance of integrating them with HubSpot, and how this synergy benefits both organizations and learners. A Learning Management System (LMS) is a software platform designed to manage, track, and deliver online learning programs. What is a Learning Management System (LMS)?

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Experiencing eLearning

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

I share these links about once a month here on my blog. This post includes links related to visual design, user interface design, Twine workflows, and a recording of my recent webinar with scenario tips. ” This includes before and after examples with notes on the thought process for improving the visual design.

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Infopro Learning

JUNE 17, 2020

Blended learning is the best instructional design for modern learners. Corporations who replaced face to face instruction with eLearning also saved between 50-70% (3). Fortunately using a blended learning strategy for custom eLearning development has been proven to create engaging learning experiences that make an impact.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 9, 2024

When I talk to people about starting a blog, newsletter, LinkedIn posts, or other content marketing, they often confess that they’re worried they don’t have anything to write about. They ask how I come up with ideas, especially when I’ve been blogging so long. I also bookmark articles for my posts of curated links.

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Experiencing eLearning

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Right now, it’s impossible to truly know how AI will affect instructional design in the future. I’ve definitely heard from folks that are scared the whole field of instructional design could disappear and we’ll all be replaced by AI. The image above was generated with Playground AI.

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Experiencing eLearning

JUNE 7, 2022

As instructional designers, LXDs, and other L&D professionals, I think it’s important for us to learn how to design more effective learning experiences. But, how do you learn about learning science, especially if you don’t have a graduate degree in instructional design? Clark Quinn.

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Experiencing eLearning

MAY 24, 2022

I share these links periodically here on my blog. This post includes links on UX, accessibility, branching scenarios, Twine, instructional design blogs, free/freemium tools, and systems thinking. 7 Articles To Help You Improve Your eLearning Designs. Top 35 Instructional Design Blogs and Websites in 2022.

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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. Top 5 Evergreen Posts.

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Experiencing eLearning

DECEMBER 28, 2021

Visual Design for Scenarios in Twine : Create a polished visual design for scenarios in Twine using enchant macros in Harlowe, following these step-by-step directions. Evergreen blog posts. These posts relate to elearning and instructional design more generally, rather than branching scenarios or Twine.

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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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Experiencing eLearning

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

I share these links periodically here on my blog. How much does it cost to start freelancing in instructional design? So how much does it cost to start as a freelance instructional designer? Cara North in How much does it cost to start freelancing in instructional design? Twine in higher ed.

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LearnDash

JUNE 10, 2021

While the hard work is often worth it, going into the task unprepared can cause many new instructional designers feeling disheartened. Here are the top seven challenges instructional designers face when creating a new course. This is what the entire instructional design field is based on, after all. (If

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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

JANUARY 17, 2023

The biggest shift for me is that more of my work now comes from networking and referrals rather than from my blog and portfolio. If I was starting over now, I’d register a domain right away and create my blog as part of my website and portfolio. In 2015, the primary way prospective clients found me was via my blog.

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InSync Training

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

The Importance of Specialized Skills for Instructional Designers in Virtual Learning Environments In the rapidly changing landscape of training, instructional designers stand as the architects of success in virtual and hybrid learning environments.

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Infopro Learning

MAY 19, 2022

It requires flawless instructional design as it’s reliant on curriculum development. Hence, a smart design approach is crucial for developing a customized e-learning program. Create a reliable feedback mechanism or an assessment plan for evaluating the results attained through e-learning. Conclusion.

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Paradiso Solutions

AUGUST 1, 2024

Their subject matter experts and instructional designers work collaboratively to deliver high-quality, engaging educational experiences. Additionally, Learntech excels in course development, ensuring that educational content is meticulously designed to meet the specific learning objectives of its clients.

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Experiencing eLearning

DECEMBER 6, 2022

I have also recorded several conversations about instructional design careers, freelancing, and other topics. The links below are usually to my blog posts with notes on the questions asked, what we discussed, and additional resources. Redefine Instruction: Storytelling for L&D. Scenario-Based Learning Experiences.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

This conversation was recorded shortly after I was announced as part of Eduflow’s list of top 100 most influential people in learning , so we talked about that top 100 list, my career trajectory, and how I became well-known in the field of instructional design. What more could you want in one episode?

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Experiencing eLearning

JANUARY 25, 2022

I share these links periodically here on my blog. User Experience Design. It doesn’t answer the question about learning outcomes, but visual design can have strong effects on perception. Users often perceive aesthetically pleasing design as design that’s more usable. ” h/t Judy Katz. Adaptive learning.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

I share these links periodically here on my blog. AI, Instructional Design, and OER – improving learning I agree with the idea that AI and LLMs will make it much easier to create a first draft of content. As I read online, I bookmark resources I find interesting and useful.

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Experiencing eLearning

MAY 14, 2019

One of the coolest things about writing a blog is seeing how others use my work. Instructional Design Careers in Spanish. Andrea Godoy at TicTacTep has recently translated several of my instructional design careers posts. is a translation of W hat does an instructional designer do?

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Experiencing eLearning

JULY 16, 2024

We also started with some of my career history and how I got started in training and instructional design. You can also listen to my past podcast interviews on scenario-based learning, instructional design careers, and more. Joanie’s experimenting with an AI cohost, Jo Jo AI.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

If you’re not active in L&D Twitter, you might have missed the big debate recently about whether and how research is relevant to the work of instructional designers and corporate training professionals. Essentially, any time you do instructional writing (scripts, online text, instructions, etc.), Visual design.

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Experiencing eLearning

APRIL 28, 2020

We started with blogging as a way to “show your work” and reflect on your practice. The post Designing Engaging Digital Learning Podcast appeared first on Experiencing eLearning. What we discussed. We discussed a range of topics related to online and digital learning.

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Experiencing eLearning

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

I share these links periodically here on my blog. In this post, I share an extensive list of podcasts, research on using videos for learning, and what one teacher learned in her transition to instructional design. Teaching to instructional design. Teachers in Need of a New Career Path: Think Instructional Design.

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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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Experiencing eLearning

AUGUST 16, 2022

I share these links periodically here on my blog. The Freelance Designer’s Guide to Cold Emailing (with Templates) | Dribbble. These templates assume the writer has a blog and other social media channels to promote content for potential clients. This blog post summarizes everything from all of the videos.

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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. Check out my past presentations on scenario-based learning or read my blog posts explaining my process. Who is this course for?

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Allen Interactions

DECEMBER 7, 2022

In this series of blogs, I’m emphasizing factors that can have a profound effect on learning but yet are often left unattended. We all do this. We do it for a variety of reasons, including very pragmatic ones such as the fact that developing good training requires professional attention to the myriad components of a training program.

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Gyrus

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

For Learning and Development (L&D) professionals, instructional designers, and HR teams, AI tools are transforming the creation of videos, graphics, and voiceovers, making it easier than ever to deliver high-quality training materials at scale. Non-designers can create professional visuals easily.

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