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Transitioning from Teaching to Instructional Design? Teachers, explore new career possibilities with higher earning potential and flexible work hours. Read more: Embracing Instructional Design: A Teacher's Transition https://lnkd.in/evyE-WBP #TeacherLife #CareerChange

This article discusses how instructional designers can be change agents, in particular at higher education institutions, using systems thinking to facilitate behavioral changes and improve institutional performance. Institutional change is a complex process, but instructional designers can help make it happen. What are some ways you have seen instructional designers drive change in your institution? #transformationallearning #instructionaldesign #changeagents

In today's era of education, the concept of a universal approach no longer holds true. Conventional teaching techniques frequently face challenges in captivating and enabling a wide range of learners with distinct requirements, inclinations, and objectives. This is where personalized instructional design comes into play—a groundbreaking strategy that transforms education by crafting learning journeys tailored to each person's distinct characteristics. #InstructionalDesign #TailorLearning #eLearning #CustomElearning #learners #Education

"Teachers may not think of themselves as instructional designers, but design is at the heart of what teachers do when they create and implement lessons. Lesson plans, which teachers create daily, are the product of instructional design, a process that experienced teachers may do reflexively. Teachers make instructional planning decisions based on their knowledge of strategies and prior experiences with teaching. Universal Design for Learning provides a framework to make instructional design decisions with a focus on the inclusion of all learners, and the UDL Design Cycle gives teachers a way to intentionally and systematically design for all learners. By considering learner variability from the outset, teachers can reduce barriers and proactively support students to reach mastery of learning goals." (Rao, K. 2021) Rao, K. (2021). Inclusive Instructional Design: Applying UDL to Online Learning. Journal of Applied Instructional Design. https://lnkd.in/gruz5_zV

Are you ready to shape the future of education? 📚 Learn how instructional design goes beyond content to equip learners with the tools they need to excel: https://hubs.ly/Q021bsYK0 #FutureOfEducation #InstructionalDesign

Do you know a teacher who is gifted at creating engaging learning resources and learning experiences? 🍎Are they someone who would like to work for an education company, corporate company, non-profit, or university? Tag them below or comment if it’s you! 🍎 📋 Our Teacher Transition team has helped hundreds of teachers land these opportunities and we are now taking our support to the next level! We would love to invite those who want these work opportunities to be supported by our team in our upcoming cohort! 🌟 By the end of this cohort, they will have... 🌟 Hands-on experience doing what is done on the job 🌟 The top skills needed to land these jobs 🌟 Many learning resources created with our provided instructional design templates to scaffold for their development 🌟 A completed online portfolio showcasing their work 🌟 An incredible resume from our optimized templates 🌟 An excellent cover letter from our optimized templates 🌟 Personal connections at and training from many companies of interest 🌟 Interviewing skills and salary negotiation skills 🌟 Increased confidence and so much more! Many teachers tell us they get more out of this course than they got out of all of grad school and start their new positions making 20k more. 🍎 Along with learning from me, they will be mentored personally by Teacher Transition graduates Kaleigh Doan and Robin Mann who landed their jobs in this field after taking this course, and by instructional design and e-learning leader, Jeff Batt, and by certified career coach Becky Flynn. This dream team, along with the whole cohort, will be there for them every step of the way in this cohort experience that starts next week! They will also have access to the cohort’s online community for 24/7 encouragement and support. They will also be trained by and able to connect with former teachers who work at  Imagine Learning, Curriculum Associates, BrainPOP, MAD-Learning, Ellevation Education, Arizona State University, and many more.   Our teachers who have graduated from this course have landed jobs at companies like Curriculum Associates, Pearson, Canvas LMS by Instructure, Learning Ally, Dale Carnegie Training, Thermo Scientific, Arizona State University, Texas A&M University, Spotify, Eduscape, CodeHS, and many, many more. The cohort starts next week so please share this with any teachers you know who are looking for new opportunities to use their incredible skills by helping many more teachers, students, and schools in this new and exciting role! The team and I at Teacher Transition: Work Opportunities for Teachers Beyond the Classroom are so excited to prepare them for these new opportunities! 🌟 JOIN US HERE! https://lnkd.in/g9zmpQvZ

How can instructional designers leverage their talents and take advantage of ever-increasing opportunities in online education? Think “upskilling.” Learn more here:

Seven Key Elements in Instructional Design for Effective Learning In the realm of education, successful instructional design hinges on a combination of key elements. These elements ensure that the learning process is engaging, adaptable, and beneficial for all students. Let's dive into the seven critical components of instructional design. 1. Differentiation: Effective instruction recognizes that every student is unique. Differentiation involves tailoring educational materials to accommodate diverse learning styles, abilities, and needs. This not only fosters inclusivity but also enhances overall learning outcomes. 2. Adaptivity: The modern education landscape benefits from technology-driven adaptivity. Leveraging tools and platforms that can personalize learning experiences is crucial. Customized content and pathways help students progress at their own pace, maximizing their understanding and retention. 3. Student Engagement : Keeping students engaged is at the heart of effective teaching. Engaged students are more likely to absorb and retain information. Employ interactive methods, discussions, and immersive learning experiences to captivate your audience. 4. Direct Instruction: A clear and structured teaching approach is essential. Direct instruction ensures that fundamental content is effectively conveyed. A well-organized curriculum and instructional strategy are key to successful learning. 5. Practice : Application is where the rubber meets the road in education. Allow students ample opportunities to practice what they've learned. Practice reinforces understanding and enhances skill development. 6. Formative Assessment with Immediate Feedback: Regular assessments are essential for tracking student progress. Implement formative assessments that provide immediate feedback. This allows students to adjust and improve their understanding in real-time. 7. Student Explanation of Learning: Encourage students to reflect on what they've learned and articulate their understanding. This step helps consolidate knowledge and fosters critical thinking. Incorporating these seven elements into instructional design can transform the learning experience for students, making it more engaging and effective. Whether you're an educator or an instructional designer, keep these elements in mind to enhance the impact of your teaching materials and methods. #elearning #instructionaldesigner

Complete our survey on Instructional Design for Learning and Teaching Innovation   SARUA is a participant in an Erasmusplus Hannover Project Proposal on Instructional Design for Learning and Teaching Innovation. The project focuses on instructional design to support flexible delivery modes (hybrid and online learning) through the use of digital technology-mediated learning. To assist us in the development of the project proposal, we invite you to compete a survey on how #highereducation institutions in the #SADC are approaching instructional design. Your input will directly influence how we tailor our project to best serve the needs of the SADC's educational community. It will help us to identify the specific needs of universities in the region, and to highlight potential areas for interventions, resources and support.  #Instructionaldesign: We understand instructional design as a systematic process for developing educational and training programmes. Instructional design involves the analysis of learning needs and goals, the planning of the curriculum (including learning outcomes), the adoption of learning and teaching approaches, the development of instructional materials, the design of learning activities and the development of a delivery system (face to face, hybrid or online) to meet those needs. Instructional design is a critical component in the adoption of flexible approaches to #learningandteaching.    The survey should take approximately 15 minutes to complete. All results will be anonymised.  Thank you in advance for your valuable time! The due date for the completion of the survey is 15 December 2023. https://lnkd.in/deKcSzia

Instructional Design Approaches For Adult Learners. Most of us on LinkedIn are designing learning for adult learners. If you are new to instructional design, you may not have had any background or training in adult learning. This article gets you started on 4 learning theories that can help you in your learning design.