Implementing effective assessment strategies is critical to measuring the success of skills development in learners. By employing a combination of formative and summative assessments, instructional designers can gather valuable data, address learning gaps, and enhance the educational experience. This blog post explores various assessment techniques, their benefits and risks, and offers practical tips for new instructional designers.

In today's rapidly changing learning landscape, Agile Instructional Design provides a flexible and efficient methodology for course development. By incorporating iterative development, educators can continuously improve their instructional materials based on real-time feedback. This approach ensures a dynamic and engaging learning experience for learners.

Empathy in instructional design focuses on truly understanding the unique needs, struggles, and motivations of learners. Through empathy, instructional designers can create more effective and impactful learning experiences that resonate with and engage students at a deeper level.

Engage your audience and boost learning outcomes by creating interactive content. This blog post explores the essential tools and techniques that instructional designers can use to create dynamic and engaging materials. Learn the benefits, understand potential risks, and get a practical task to test out today.

Iterative learning design just took another step forward. Working with D2L - Coursensu is the first learning design platform to become a D2L Integration Partner & listed in their marketplace. This enables Brightspace users to connect to Coursensu and rapidly convert any Brightspace course into a Coursensu learning design 🤘

Approaches that can help you grow your learning design capabilities in a more systematic way. Plus how to overcome common challenges and ensure buy-in from the team during times of change. Spoiler: Involve them!

Creating effective learning experiences for a diverse audience is at the core of every successful instructional designer's toolkit. This post will delve into inclusive approaches to instructional design, ensuring that all learners, regardless of their abilities, can benefit from well-structured educational content.

As a new entrant in the field of instructional design, understanding the role of technology is crucial for success. This blog post explores how technology influences instructional design, its benefits, associated risks, and offers a practical exercise you can try today to integrate technology into your work effectively.

There is no standard storyboard template, so we undertook an analysis of over 100 templates to find commonalities and gaps. The recommended blueprint includes the 11 key elements needed to create active, engaging, and impactful learning. You'll be encouraged to critically assess your own storyboard.