Elearning Design
ELearning design builds upon instructional design, adding the context of the tools and technologies used to build and consume elearning experiences.
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Soft Skills, Hard Results: Measuring the ROI of Human Skills Training
Designing for ROI with immersive or roleplay-based training can bring measurable performance improvement.
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What Next-Gen Learning Leaders Are Doing Differently
By Briana Gattis and Paige Yousey Over the last decade, there has been a quiet tug-of-war between the established generation of business leaders, Gen X and Baby Boomers, and the rising voices of Millennials and Gen Z. Critics of the new generations would tell you that Gen Z is too idealistic, too sensitive, and not […]
By Paige Yousey, Briana Gattis • -
Instructional Alchemy: Turning Ideas into Learning Adventures
Traditional course design often results in passive learning. This session explores a creative instructional design approach to transform courses into engaging learning worlds that foster deep, meaningful engagement.
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Will AI Change the Work of Instructional Designers? Maybe It Already Has
By Saul Carliner, Giuliana Cucinelli, and Samira Karim On the one hand, it seems that ever since the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022, professionals in learning and development (L&D)—including instructional design—have tried to figure out how this technology might affect the work of instructional designers. After all, some early examples of generative AI (the […]
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Proven Practices for Engaging Learners in Virtual Environments
By focusing on thoughtful design, purposeful facilitation, and creating environments where learners feel seen, challenged, and supported, this eBook transforms virtual sessions from content delivery into strategic learning experiences that truly drive connection and lasting learning.
By Karen Vieth • -
Leveraging Rubrics in Instructional Design
Using rubrics can help you boost the effectiveness and quality of your training materials.
By Dawn Daley • -
Understanding AI Models: A Guide for L&D Professionals
Cut through the AI hype. This free guide breaks down key terms, tools, and use cases to help L&D leaders confidently apply AI to personalize, scale, and transform learning.
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Making Security Training Less Painful & More Human
On May 3, 2019, I received a letter offering me my first cybersecurity position. I was ecstatic. After 16 years in Human Resources with the federal government, I had decided to make a complete career change. There was one condition I had to meet: I had to obtain my Security+ certification within two weeks of […]
By Cheryl Abram • -
Flipping the Classroom: A Case Study
By Dawn Peterson and Emily Tubman Introduction The Clinical Education team at Boston Scientific recently leveraged adult learning principles and a data-driven approach to redesign a Peer-to-Peer Mastery course. The following case study explores how flipping the classroom improved learner satisfaction, reduced costs, and more effectively aligned the course with how adults learn best. The […]
By Dawn Peterson, Emily Tubman • -
Unlock Learning Innovation Through Agile Experimentation
In 2022, several global companies invested heavily in metaverse-based learning programs. Months later, priorities shifted as generative AI entered the scene, reshaping digital learning priorities overnight, and many of those metaverse initiatives were shelved. The cost? Millions of dollars and countless hours. These kinds of missteps aren’t just about budget; they erode trust and slow […]
By Suzy Robertson, Bob Kaeding, Gia Fanelli •