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Ah, the subject matter expert (SME) – an invaluable source of knowledge for your instructional design projects, yet often one of the most challenging people to collaborate with. As much as you need to rely on your SME, it often seems like you’re from different planets. And when you collide, it can feel like an uphill struggle.

Part of our job is to turn water into wine. And if you’re new to instructional design, dealing with small budgets is something you should get used to because you’re going to experience it often. However, a small budget doesn’t mean you can’t deliver. You can; you just have to get creative and become a planning pro.

There’s a big difference between a one-size-fits-all training approach and personalized learning experience. To achieve the latter, you have to gain a deep understanding of your audience – their needs, their preferences, their goals, etc. That’s where learner personas can become one of the most valuable tools in your box.

If you’ve spent any amount of time on this website, then you will already know how powerful scenarios can be. The secret to developing that right scenario lies in the ability to distinguish a strong example from a weak one.

Instructional designers have countless options for creating effective learning experiences, but there are two of them that frequently come to the forefront: scenarios and simulations.

In my day, cheating involved scribbling on my arm in smudged ink and secretively hiding it in my sleeve. Then, as we moved online, cheating became centered around hurried Google searches. But that still took time. AI is different. AI is instant. AI can write entire essays in less time than it takes to make a brew. So, what do we do to prevent learners from cheating with this tool? As instructional designers, we’re swimming in unchartered waters, so let’s explore our options.

Going backwards isn’t usually the best or easiest way to get to your goal. But with training design, it can actually be the quickest route. You’re wondering how that is even possible? Begin at the end, and you’ll soon get to the start!

Learning design isn’t brain surgery – but it is brain science. And knowing a little about what’s behind that science will make you a better L&D professional. Here are five fascinating psychological phenomena that I feel are particularly relevant – and useful – for instructional design.

Bloom’s Taxonomy is a long-held favorite among learning frameworks. And, its ability to adapt has kept it relevant in modern instructional design. Let’s uncover what it is and why it should be part of your essential training design toolkit.

Like a tailored suit, personalized learning is designed to fit the student precisely. In contrast, an “off-the-peg” learning experience might not align perfectly with individual needs, leaving some feeling restricted and unfulfilled. But, creating personalized learning paths is not a simple undertaking and requires a lot of planning and resources. Let’s unpack the subject and discover how to use this learning method, properly.

As an instructional designer (ID), you’ll know all too well that what we learn doesn’t always reflect real-life circumstances. And the world of training and development is no exception to that. You can start your ID journey equipped with all the right knowledge, but you’re still going to be thrown a bunch of curveballs. In fact, the mistakes I cover in this article are ones that even experienced IDs slip up on every now and then. The key to optimizing your performance is to recognize them early on so you can adjust your course of action before you’re thrown off track.

Traditional training videos don’t have the best reputation. They have a tendency to be monotonous and don’t really provide any great value. If you’ve ever worked in an office and sat through a health and safety video, you’ll understand what I mean!

Ultimately, we are social creatures, and it’s in our nature to interact with others. From gossiping by the water cooler to taking part in team sports, we engage, observe, and imitate behaviors without really realizing it. This natural inclination to learn through social interactions is the core of social learning theory and is the reason why it plays such an important role in instructional design.