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Transitioning teachers might be curious…what do instructional designers actually DO? Here is an example of a real world project I am working on this month. Working in tech, we regularly roll out software updates, version releases, and new functionality. My big focus for this month is a curriculum refresh for all of the training materials that are impacted by the latest release. For instructor led training, updating the text in slide decks and quick reference guides is pretty straightforward, followed by swapping out screenshots with new visuals to represent the current GUI (interface). For on-demand content, it's a bit more time intensive because I need to record new audio and edit the video demos to incorporate the narration. More complex impacts are related to customer delivery. I have to stay clear on which version of the software customers are purchasing so we deliver the right training. I stay organized by managing the course catalog and source files. There you have it, a real world instructional design project. #TechnicalTraining #CustomerEducation #InstructionalDesigner #FormerTeacher #TransitioningTeachers Image Description: A photo of a woman working on a laptop with the text “Real World Projects”

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I am excited to share crucial elements of MY instructional design process! 🚀 These elements are prototypes, deliverables, and design documents. 👩🏫 Prototype: Prototypes are invaluable tools for visualizing and refining ideas before full-scale development. They allow stakeholders to experience the proposed solution firsthand, providing valuable feedback early in the process. 👩🔧 Deliverables: Deliverables are the tangible outcomes of the instructional design process, ranging from course materials to assessment tools. Well-defined deliverables keep projects on track and provide a roadmap for implementation. By aligning deliverables with project goals and learner needs, we ensure the final product meets expectations and drives results. 👉 Design Doc: The design doc serves as the blueprint for the instructional solution, outlining objectives, strategies, and implementation details. It provides a comprehensive overview of the project scope, timeline, and resources required for successful execution. Incorporating prototypes, deliverables, and design docs into the design process streamlines collaboration, fosters creativity, and ultimately leads to successful outcomes. What are crucial elements for YOUR instructional design process? Let's share best practices with our peers. 💡 #InstructionalDesign #Prototyping #Deliverables #DesignDocumentation

Transitioning teachers might be curious…what do instructional designers actually DO? Here is an example of a real world project I am working on this month. We have a newer product that is being sold more and more to our customers. I am transforming the instructor-led training intended for customers to a more scalable format so we can cross-train internal employees on the product. The materials we have to work with are the slide decks from 4 days of in-person training. My goal is to transform as much of this to bite-sized, on-demand content as possible to create an internal library of sorts for our project teams of developers/testers to look up individual tasks and find the resources they need. The first deliverable is a product overview video. This video aims to answer what is the product, what are the modules/components, what is a customer journey, and who are the customers? There you have it, a real world instructional design project. #TechnicalTraining #CustomerEducation #InstructionalDesigner #FormerTeacher #TransitioningTeachers Image Description: A photo of a woman working on a laptop with the text “Real World Projects”

Are you looking to establish a strong personal brand in instructional design? Here's a guide to defining your purpose effectively: What You Want to Do: Answer key questions to position yourself for instructional design work you're passionate about: - Identify the instructional design models you prefer. - Specify the types of instructional materials you excel at creating. - Determine the industries and companies you aim to work with. - Define how you plan to impact companies' success and learners' outcomes. What You're Good At: Highlight your strengths as an instructional designer by considering: - Your proficiency in various instructional design models. - Your expertise in creating specific types of instructional materials. - Your familiarity with different industries. - How your education and qualifications enhance your instructional design skills. - Your personal traits and skills that contribute to your effectiveness as a designer. Defining your purpose in these areas will provide a clear direction for shaping your personal brand. #PersonalBrand #InstructionalDesign #CareerDevelopment

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Are you gearing up for new projects in January? Are you finding yourself short on #InstructionalDesigners? This article gives tips on how to be successful using instructional design contractors. #WeAreTrainingPros

🌟 Top 10 Skills for Instructional Designers 🌟 In the ever-evolving world of education and corporate training, instructional designers play a crucial role in crafting engaging and effective learning experiences. Here are the top 10 skills every instructional designer should master: 1. 📚 Content Expertise: Deep understanding of the subject matter you're designing for. 2. 💡 Learning Theory: Knowledge of pedagogical principles for effective instruction. 3. 🎨 Visual Design: Creating visually appealing and interactive learning materials. 4. 🤖 Technology Proficiency: Utilizing e-learning tools and platforms. 5. 🧠 Needs Analysis: Identifying learners' needs and goals. 6. 🗣️ Communication: Effective collaboration with subject matter experts. 7. 📈 Assessment & Evaluation: Developing meaningful assessments. 8. 🧩 Problem-Solving: Adapting to challenges and finding creative solutions. 9. 🕗 Project Management: Meeting deadlines and staying organized. 10. 🌐 Adaptability: Keeping up with the latest trends in educational technology. Are you an instructional designer? Which skills do you find most valuable in your role? Let's keep the conversation going! 👩🏫👨🏫 #instructionaldesign #eLearning #skillsforsuccess

The #1 Thing you need, to design great courses is an 'Outline'. This is the 5th Step : (check previous posts for 1-4) < 5 > Course Delivery and Technology : **5.1 Learning Management System (LMS)** - Choose an LMS that supports multimedia content and interactive features (e.g., Canvas, [Moodle](https://moodle.org/)). - Ensure the LMS provides analytics and reporting tools. **5.2 Accessibility and Inclusivity** - Ensure all materials are accessible (e.g., transcripts for videos, alt text for images). - Design the course to be inclusive of diverse learning styles and needs. **5.3 Mobile Compatibility** - Optimize content for mobile devices. - Use responsive design principles for web-based materials. **5.4 Technical Support** - Provide technical support for students. - Offer tutorials on using course tools and platforms. Step 6 in my next post, check it out. PS : What do you think? got some more ideas? comment it below! ✌🏻

Whew! This. This. This. It's all about the methodologies and science behind the learning design. Lauren Waldman, Learning Pirate, you come to mind! :) If you're using a tool for the sake of the tech, you've got it all wrong friends. Start with the end goal. What's your objective? What's the goal? What are you trying to accomplish? Then..... decide on the modality to get there.