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12 November 2024 · 4 min read

Beyond One-Size-Fits-All: Neurodivergent Learning Styles

Ever wondered why some people can devise complex strategies in seconds while others create stunning visual solutions? Or why your colleague remembers every word from a podcast while you need to see it written down? Welcome to neurodiversity – the reality that our brains process information differently. Let’s explore how understanding neurodiversity can transform your […]

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7 November 2024 · 3 min read
The Ethics of AI in Learning Design

How can AI be used ethically for learning design, and how could we improve as learners to better ourselves and our work with it?

6 August 2024 · 4 min read
Scaffolding: Laying the Foundation

Scaffolding in learning design explained. What it is, why it matters, and how to apply it, grounded in Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development.

11 July 2024 · 6 min read
Learning Architectures: Mapping the Path From A to B

Learning architectures are strategic tools that ensure programs are thoughtfully designed, well-structured and aligned with learning needs.

9 July 2024 · 3 min read
The Kirkpatrick Model: From Reaction to Results

The Kirkpatrick Model is the gold standard for training evaluation. We break down all four levels, and how to actually apply them in digital learning.

25 June 2024 · 6 min read
The Art of Storytelling: Tips for Crafting Compelling Narratives

Ditch the dry facts, and watch your audience come alive with storytelling. Create courses that don't just inform, but inspire and transform.

6 March 2024 · 3 min read
When to stop tweaking

We’re not saying “no more edits.” We’re saying make fewer, smarter ones. Co-design works best when it’s grounded in evidence not endless iterations.

18 February 2024 · 3 min read
What is Instructional Design?

What is instructional design? It is the art of crafting learning experiences that actually stick. Think engaging, effective programs.

15 February 2024 · 2 min read
What do Instructional Designers do?

What do instructional designers do? Discover their key skills, tools, and processes for crafting engaging, effective learning experiences that work.

12 February 2024 · 3 min read
First Principles of Instruction: What Research Says

Merrill's First Principles of Instruction: problem-centred, activation, demonstration, application, and integration, explained with real-world examples.

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