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Are We Over-Engineering Instructional Design?
Instructional design education often misses the mark on real-world effectiveness, prioritizing rigid frameworks over the messy, human nature of workplace learning. Dr. Luke Hobson’s research reveals that while structured methods...
Are We Over-Engineering Instructional Design?
Instructional design education often misses the mark on real-world effectiveness, prioritizing rigid frameworks over the messy, human nature of workplace learning. Dr. Luke Hobson’s research reveals that while structured methods...
The Single Greatest Force Multiplier: Good Mana...
Instructional designers often focus on complex training for frontline employees, neglecting the critical role of effective management. While detailed curricula improve skills temporarily, performance plateaus without strong leadership. Exceptional managers—who...
The Single Greatest Force Multiplier: Good Mana...
Instructional designers often focus on complex training for frontline employees, neglecting the critical role of effective management. While detailed curricula improve skills temporarily, performance plateaus without strong leadership. Exceptional managers—who...
Instructional Design Innovation is About People
The myth in instructional design is that innovation hinges on cutting-edge technology and novel processes. However, true innovation lies in creating human-centered experiences that resonate with learners, SMEs, and stakeholders....
Instructional Design Innovation is About People
The myth in instructional design is that innovation hinges on cutting-edge technology and novel processes. However, true innovation lies in creating human-centered experiences that resonate with learners, SMEs, and stakeholders....
Nothing is More Dangerous Than Uncontextualized...
In instructional design, data rules—but uncontextualized data is a hidden danger. Metrics like completion rates or test scores can mislead without the full story, especially when stakeholders lack day-to-day insight....
Nothing is More Dangerous Than Uncontextualized...
In instructional design, data rules—but uncontextualized data is a hidden danger. Metrics like completion rates or test scores can mislead without the full story, especially when stakeholders lack day-to-day insight....
Skills Matter, But Empathy Matters More
While assembling instructional design teams often focuses on diverse skillsets—designers, developers, writers—empathy is an overlooked yet critical component. Beyond technical ability, team members must connect with learners, stakeholders, and colleagues...
Skills Matter, But Empathy Matters More
While assembling instructional design teams often focuses on diverse skillsets—designers, developers, writers—empathy is an overlooked yet critical component. Beyond technical ability, team members must connect with learners, stakeholders, and colleagues...
Instructional Design Dilemmas
Instructional design is rich with theories and processes, yet no universal blueprint exists for any project. Each endeavor is unique, shaped by distinct organizational challenges and learner needs. While foundational...
Instructional Design Dilemmas
Instructional design is rich with theories and processes, yet no universal blueprint exists for any project. Each endeavor is unique, shaped by distinct organizational challenges and learner needs. While foundational...