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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The AI Elephant in the Room: A Panel Discussion
In this panel discussion, we will discuss the positives and negatives of utilizing AI in our L&D work, ethical and IP concerns, where we have been, where we are, and where we are going with AI.
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Ethical AI in Design: Crafting Inclusive Learning Beyond Biases
Equip yourself with a toolkit for balancing technological innovation with ethical considerations, ready to apply in your next project. Ideal for professionals committed to fostering equitable learning environments, this session bridges theory with real-world application, guiding you toward more effective, fair, and impactful learning design. You will learn to harness diverse data sets, conduct effective bias audits, and implement ethical AI frameworks, which are crucial for anyone in the field of training and development. This interactive session contains actionable techniques for enriching your projects with inclusivity, enabling you to make informed decisions in technology use. In this session, you will…
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Maximizing ROI in AI Implementations: A Strategic Approach
Despite the potential of AI to transform business operations, many organizations struggle to quantify the return on investment (ROI) of AI implementations. This challenge hinders executive support and funding for AI projects, leading to missed opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage. This session will provide attendees with practical tools and methodologies for calculating the ROI of AI implementations, ensuring alignment with executive goals. Participants will learn how to integrate ROI calculations into the design phase of AI projects, use business metrics to gain executive support and identify innovative ways to connect AI initiatives with the company’s mission and strategy. In…
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Building the Business Case for AI
Join Debbie as she demonstrates how AI can enhance skills development, increase productivity, and foster ethical practices. Explore how AI addresses data security, ignites innovation, and attracts top talent. Uncover the potential of AI to give your organization a competitive edge in employee development, operational efficiency, and responsible technology adoption through cross-departmental collaboration. Join this session to:
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Bored Learners? Use SCQA Framework to Grab & Sustain Their Interest
The SCQA framework offers a way to engage learners and present information in a clear, solutions-focused way.
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AI Chatbot Use Cases for L&D
AI has introduced the world to chatbots that are exponentially more capable than before. The world at large has been introduced to general-use chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini but L&D teams are also discovering the power of highly specialized chatbots. Specialized chatbots can do anything from help onboard new hires, reinforce training programs, perform help desk tasks for your LMS and even be personalized executive coaches.
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Transforming Strategy: Leveraging AI for Smarter Decision-Making
Designed for those with a foundational understanding of AI, this session goes beyond basic applications, empowering you to make more informed, data-driven decisions that align with your organization’s strategic goals. Guided by a structured framework, attendees will learn to integrate AI tools seamlessly into their planning and problem-solving processes. Elevate your decision-making and drive transformative change in your L&D practice. In this session you will:
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AI in Learning: Legal Considerations and Intellectual Property Challenges
This session provides a brief but focused exploration from an Instructional Designer and Content Developer’s perspective of the potential legal considerations and intellectual property (IP) challenges surrounding the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in learning development and delivery. Participants will delve into some of the questions we should all be asking ourselves and our organizations about content developed and delivered using AI. Participant materials will also include a checklist that can be used to start developing your own policies, guidelines, and end-use restrictions. In this session, you will:
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Mastering Prompt Design for Instructional Designers: Leveraging AI for Workflow Optimization
Dive deep into the functionality of LLMs and learn to craft prompts that can streamline content development, learner assessments, and feedback mechanisms. Through real-world examples and practical exercises, you’ll gain hands-on experience in applying prompt strategies to elevate your design strategies and unlock new levels of efficiency and innovation. Equip yourself with the skills to harness AI’s transformative potential and elevate your instructional design to new heights. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your practice and stay ahead of the curve. In this session, you will:
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How to Achieve Global Learning Accessibility with AI Course Creation
Join Smartcat and see how our fully-integratedAI course creation and translation platform can dramatically increase learningcourse engagement for global teams. In this session we’ll walk through a livedemonstration of Smartcat AI for Course Content so you see for yourself how AIcan significantly accelerate content delivery, remove low-value activities,improve quality, and free you up to do your best work ever.