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Instructional Design
Applying learning theory and design strategies to meet specific performance goals through the creation of instructional materials and formal learning experiences.
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D&D for Learning: Tricks of the Trade
One of the most powerful—and newly feasible—approaches to immersive training is roleplay. When done well, it creates the conditions for people to practice difficult conversations, test judgment under pressure, and build confidence in gray areas where there’s no script to follow.
By Aaron Delgaty ••
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Why Instructional Designers Are Natural Project Managers
Instructional designers stand at the crossroads of andragogy, technology, and communication within organizations. As is to be expected, this unique position makes them ideal candidates for project management!
By Steven Shisley ••
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AI Is NOT the Future of Learning & Development
AI isn’t the future—it’s the present and the past.
By Dr. Amos Glenn ••
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Inclusive Microlearning using AI, Personas, Storytelling & Design Thinking
This session explores how to co-create inclusive learning experiences that honor diverse identities, amplify learner agency, and meet accessibility standards without sacrificing business outcomes.
By Arpita Pal ••
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Busting Barriers: A Learning Design Game
The session focuses on identifying and solving accessibility barriers in learning design, applying accessibility principles, and fostering a collaborative mindset to create inclusive experiences.
By Diane Elkins, Amy Morrisey ••
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Creating Exceptional Screen Reader Experiences in Learning Design
This session tackles the challenge of alt text, demonstrating which details create clarity and which ones create cognitive overload.
By Jacob Wood ••
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Using AI to Build Accessibility-First eLearning Experiences
Whether you’re new to accessibility or looking to scale your efforts, this session will equip you with AI-enhanced approaches to design eLearning that truly includes everyone.
By Catherine Cash ••
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A Plus-One Approach to Accessible and Inclusive Learning Design
Starting with a topic you already teach, this session examines your current delivery methods and identify the assumptions they make about how learners engage with content.
By James Kruck ••
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Beyond Compliance: Using the University of California Checklist to Build Better Courses
The checklist translates WCAG’s website-oriented requirements into eCourse-specific guidelines and equips you with a deeper understanding of accessibility theory.
By Doug Harriman ••
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Accessible and Inclusive Learning Design That Goes Beyond Compliance
Drawing on real-world projects across higher education, government, and corporate training, this session examines how to embed accessibility best practices into every stage of the learning development process.
By Daniel Iglesias ••