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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Digital Transformation and Artificial Intelligence
Digital transformation will soon enable us to use AI to do things in eLearning that we usually think of as involving soft skills. Is this our future?
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Artificial Intelligence and Instructional Design
Many instructional designers are curious about changes to their authoring toolkits and workflows due to the rise of artificial intelligence.
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Improve the Digital Accessibility of Your Content
Improve digital accessibility of existing text so that you can reuse your learning support assets. These suggestions support all learners.
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Designing for Everyone: Tips, Techniques, and Resources
Most professionals designing learning want to design a best-in-class experience but with time and resource challenges, launching often becomes the top priority. In this session we will explore the critical concept of universal design and how you can apply it to your projects. You’ll learn about free tools and resources and explore techniques that will prompt you to grow as a learning designer. By the end of this session, you will better understand the importance of inclusive design and leave with actionable insights to apply to your next project! In this session, you will learn:
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How & Why to Build Accessibility into the Beginning Stages of Learning Design
Are you thinking about designing a virtual game show using buzzers and flashing lights? Maybe a hover-and-reveal interaction? Planning to use a table full of data in a live webinar? Before proceeding with any of these, consider whether you may unintentionally create barriers for some learners. Ensuring that learning is accessible to everyone should be baked into our design processes. Following the four main components of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (also known as WCAG)—Perceivable, Operable, Understandable, and Robust—this session will equip you to consider how learners with varying abilities may experience online modules, instructional videos, live webinars, and other learning…
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David Kelly’s Curated Content for 7/31/23
This edition of Curated Content explores the importance of digital accessibility, how to tell if content was written by AI, the differences between JPG and PNG files, and more.
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Digital Accessibility: Life Without Hindrance
Digital accessibility is about making digital content and applications accessible so all people can use websites, mobile apps, and digital platforms without hindrance.
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How to Do an Item Analysis of a Multiple Choice Test
Use xAPI and item analysis to improve instruction and test item reliability.
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Revolutionizing Learning & Development: How AI Tools are Changing the Game
Are you on the fence about using artificial intelligence (AI)? Are you struggling with the ethical aspects or credibility impact of using AI to develop learning programs? In the rapidly evolving world of learning and development, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. With the emergence of AI tools, we are witnessing a shift in how we approach training and development. AI is transforming the industry making it possible to create customized, interactive, and engaging learning experiences, but not without social implications. Engage in a robust discussion about potential risks and challenges while discovering the advantages of AI. This session…
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David Kelly’s Curated Content for 7/17/23
This edition of Curated Content explores how to improve your project management skills, the impact AI will have on instructional designers, the importance of kindness in communication, and more.