eLearning & Instructional Design for Beginners

Impostor syndrome is a common problem faced by many high-achievers, particularly in the field of instructional design. This phenomenon refers to the persistent self-doubt and fear of being exposed as a fraud, despite...

Infographics are an excellent tool for instructional designers to use in elearning courses. They help to reduce cognitive overload by decluttering the screen and organizing information in a simple, easy to understand...

The purpose of summative assessments is to determine if students have achieved the desired level of proficiency in a given learning objective or e-learning course. Summative assessments provide an overall...

Instructional design is a critical aspect of e-learning that helps create an engaging and effective learning experience for learners. The field has seen a significant increase in demand, with job postings for...

When it comes to eLearning, instructional design is one of the most critical factors. Content would be nothing more than a bunch of words on a screen without instructional design. In order to succeed in the field of...

Effective planning for your instructional design career and business is essential for continuous growth. But simply setting goals for your plans isn't enough… You must follow through with and achieve your goals, which...

The number one reason instructional designers fail is that they go into it without changing their mindset first. Removing the mental limitations that are holding you back from success will help you to overcome all...

Whether you're an instructional designer or have any type of eLearning design small business, a great website is essential for your company’s success.  If you are looking to build a new website or make your current...

One of the perks of being an instructional designer is that the work can transcend across all industries, creating a plethora of opportunities available for instructional designers to succeed. While at the same...

Do you want to learn how to use visual elements to create polished, professional learning materials? Visual design expert, Connie Malamed, shares the answer to that question in this educational episode. She is not...

Creating an instructional designer portfolio and figuring out what components should be included is one of the biggest problems I faced when I started instructional design. And it's also one of the biggest problems I...

In this week's podcast episode, you'll learn why transitioning from teacher to instructional designer is a great fit for teachers, and a list of 12 transferrable skills they commonly possess.   Essential Learning...