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Starting Up Your Own L&D Business with Jason Gorman26 Feb 202601:01:09

Thinking of entering into the world of entrepreneurship? Maybe you want to start up your own L&D company or explore hosting workshops or free lance opportunities? On today's episode, we'll chat with Jason Gorman, Founder and CEO of Jack Rabbit LX and Co-Founder and Strategic Advisor for Story As a Service.

In this episode, you'll hear about steps to start a business, common challenges, how to feel comfortable with selling, what your first hire should be, how to find clients, how to think about pricing, and more.

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Inside a Year of Generative AI Workshops: What Universities Asked For29 Jan 202600:26:52

In 2025, what were university leaders looking to learn about with Gen AI? On today's episode, I'll mention the top 5 requests for my webinars and workshops on Gen AI. 

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Understanding Educational Developers at Teaching and Learning Centers with Dr. Chris Hakala and Dr. Leslie Cramblet Alvarez08 May 202500:52:04

On today's episode, I'm joined by Dr. Chris Hakala and Dr. Leslie Cramblet Alvarez as we discuss the folks who work at teaching and learning centers. They wrote a tremendous new book called, "Understanding Educational Developers: Tales from the Center." In this book and in our conversation, we explore the diverse pathways into educational development, the role of teaching and learning centers, and the skills necessary for success in this field. They share insights on the impact of AI, the importance of student engagement, and the future of educational development amidst challenges in higher education. 

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Ian August - The Collaborative Relationship Between Faculty and Instructional Designers in Course Design or Redesign Projects17 Apr 202501:02:46

What is the relationship like between faculty and instructional designers? In this episode, we'll hear from Ian August, Assistant Director of Online Learning and Adjunct Professor at St. John's University. Ian shares his research findings from speaking with both IDs and faculty about the course design and revision process. 

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Why We Don't Talk About the Psychomotor Domain04 Apr 202500:23:53

An off-chance conversation sent me down the rabbit hole of the psychomotor domain. Why is it that this domain doesn't get as much attention as the cognitive domain? So, I did some research and sifted through the origins of this domain. How did we get here? Who created it? Were there any signs that this domain was going to be looked down upon from the start?

Well... I discovered some interesting takeaways that led to a few theories. This is the story of the psychomotor domain and why we don't talk about it.

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The Future of Instructional Design and Job Titles21 Mar 202500:19:03

What will Instructional Designers be called in the future? In this episode, I revisit a fun question from a recent webinar that got me thinking. Our field has gone by many names over the years, from training specialists and curriculum developers to multimedia designers and learning engineers. These shifts often reflect the trends, tools, and technologies of the time, from Gagné's Nine Events to the rise of LMSs and now AI. So, what's next?

While job titles may continue to evolve, our core competencies remain steady. Join me for a lighthearted and slightly speculative look at the future of instructional design job titles. It's Friday, so grab your crystal ball and let's have some fun with this episode!

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4C/ID for Foreign Language Communication Teaching with Anna Lebedinets05 Mar 202500:31:29

In this episode, I sit down with Anna Lebedinets, a researcher and instructional designer exploring how empathic listening and culturally nuanced communication can transform language learning. Her and her colleagues recent study examines how integrating psychological and sociocultural components within the 4C/ID model can bridge performance gaps and enhance students' preparedness for real-life cross-cultural interactions. We discuss why traditional language teaching often falls short in developing meaningful communication skills and how this innovative approach can help learners become more culturally adaptive.

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Inside the Life of an Instructional Designer in Higher Education20 Feb 202500:33:42

What's it like working as an instructional designer in higher education? Let's talk about it all: the day-to-day, rewards, growth, compensation, politics, etc.

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30 Shorts in 30 Days - What I learned from a YouTube Challenge06 Feb 202500:25:21

What happens when you upload 30 shorts in 30 days? Here's what I learned and what you can pickup from doing these kind of timed challenges. 

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Teaching and Designing a Taylor Swift Literature Course with Dr. Matt Kinservik and Rachel Lapp22 Jan 202500:55:47

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Matt Kinservik, a literary expert and professor, and Rachel Lapp, a self-proclaimed Taylor Swift expert and instructional designer, as they share the behind-the-scenes journey of co-creating a one-of-a-kind college course focused on Taylor Swift. Together, they discuss how their distinct expertise combines to craft an innovative curriculum and how they not only marketed the course with social media, but how they let students use Gen AI. Swifties and educators alike—this one's for you!

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Why Discussion Boards Get a Bad Rap and How to Fix Them09 Jan 202500:16:33

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Side Hustles for Educators12 Dec 202400:18:25

In a recent poll, I asked educators (instructional designers, professors, teachers, developers, etc.) if they had a side hustle. 578 educators voted and 56% said yes. What opportunities are out there for educators though? In this episode, I'll share with you common side hustles for educators. 

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What I Wish I Knew Before Becoming an Instructional Design Manager15 Jan 202600:15:48

Are you thinking about moving into a leadership role? 

Here are my top 5 lessons on what I wish I knew before becoming an instructional design manager. 

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What to Do When You Can't Follow Your Instructional Design Model27 Nov 202400:25:56

As instructional designers, we have our go to models for designing learning experiences. What do you do though when you have to pivot? On today's episode, I'll share with you a crazy project I worked on where I had to heavily modify the backward design model. 

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The Power of Immersive Learning: Why It Works and Real-World Success Stories15 Nov 202400:21:26

Let's dive into immersive learning today and explore some real world examples!

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Imagineering Instructional Design: Insights Inspired by Disney World31 Oct 202400:19:13

What can Disney World teach us about instructional design? Well, quite a bit! Here are some insights from the most magical place on earth.

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What to Do When Your SME Ghosts You: 5 Strategies to Re-Engage16 Oct 202400:16:56

Don't you just love when you're working on a project, and suddenly your SME ghosts you? You have no idea why or what happened, but what you do know for sure is that your project is dead in the water until you hear from them again. So, how do you reengage?

In today's blog and podcast, I'll share five tips to help you get things back on track.

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AI's Impact on Instructional Design and Podcasting (Google's NotebookLM)26 Sep 202400:39:01

Google's NotebookLM can generate a podcast about your material in a matter of minutes. What does this kind of technology mean for instructional design, online learning, and higher education? On today's episode, you'll hear a sample of what an AI generated podcast sounds like and we'll break down the pros, cons, and things to mindful of in the future. 

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How to Recover When Your Project Becomes a Dumpster Fire13 Sep 202400:14:51

Let's say your beloved project has become a total dumpster fire. What do you do? How do you handle this situation? On today's show, we will talk about steps to help you and to put out that fire. 

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Real Instructional Design Cases Using GPTs30 Aug 202400:28:24

What can you use a GPT for? Under the right circumstances, these can be fantastic to help you and your students. On today's episode, I'll share with you three real world cases for how I'm using custom GPTs.

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How to Get Promoted as an Instructional Designer15 Aug 202400:18:27

Let's say you're an instructional designer and you're trying to get promoted. How do you achieve this goal? Well, there are a few ways you can go about this, and on today's podcast, I'll share with you 10 tips on how to get promoted as an instructional designer.

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My Top 3 Instructional Design Pet Peeves01 Aug 202400:18:12

There are certain types of phrases that can trigger an instructional designer. Learning styles, using "understand" in learning objectives, cognitive overload, last minute stakeholder changes, and more are enough to drive the best instructional designer crazy. Over the years, I've had to channel these grievances into more productive ways with sharing best practices. But even now, there are still some things that pop up where I shake my head and pray for divine intervention. So come commiserate with me as we talk about my top three instructional design pet peeves.

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5 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Next Learning Conference17 Jul 202400:14:20

Are you planning on going to a learning conference soon? I just came back from D2L's Fusion and it was amazing. There were a few changes I made compared to my normal conference routine and it made a huge difference. On today's episode, you'll hear my top 5 tips on how to get the most out of your next conference.

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5 AI-Proof Assessment Ideas14 Nov 202500:16:45

Let's talk about 5 AI-proof assessments you can add into your online learning experiences!

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From Concept to Catastrophe in Instructional Design: Understanding Why Ideas Fail03 Jul 202400:23:13

How do amazing concepts turn into disasters? Well, I can think of quite a few reasons. On today's show, you'll hear about some real-life examples and blunders about how ideas can quickly take a turn for the worse.

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Joseph Diaz: How Instructional Designers Can Network on LinkedIn Without Feeling Gross20 Jun 202400:55:30

Joseph Diaz joins the show to shares his insights on networking on LinkedIn and how to do it effectively without feeling slimy. On this episode, you'll hear about:

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·  Engaging with Other People's Content:

  • Emphasizing the importance of engaging with other people's content through comments.

  • Discussing the strategy of starting meaningful conversations.

·  Curating and Sharing Valuable Resources:

  • Curating and sharing valuable resources in carousels to spark discussions.

·  Benefits of Networking on LinkedIn:

  • Building connections and finding new opportunities.

  • Power of commenting on posts and how it can lead to meaningful conversations.

·  The Art of Humble Bragging:

  • How to share accomplishments without sounding like an egotistical jerk.

·  Creating Content and Avoiding Burnout:

  • Tips on maintaining a balance between creating content and avoiding burnout.

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  • Joseph shares his personal experiences and success in finding job opportunities through networking on LinkedIn.

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Are Instructional Design Portfolios Becoming Essential?06 Jun 202400:16:17

In graphic design, web design, and user experience design, portfolios are essential, but what about instructional design? They were once considered a nice-to-have, but I think we are moving towards portfolios being required. Let's chat today about the ID landscape and why you should be thinking about a portfolio.

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Dr. Nicole L'Etoile - Making Online Content Accessible for All23 May 202400:54:18

On today's episode, we are joined by Dr. Nicole L'Etoile! Nicole is a business owner, LMS specialist, and an instructional designer, who is passionate about accessibility. We just so happened to record this episode on Global Accessibility Awareness Day! In this episode, we discuss about what accessibility means, tools to help designers, strategies for working with stakeholders, success stories, where AI fits into accessibility, and more. If you are an instructional designer, teacher, or any kind of educator, this episode is for you.

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Holly Owens - Day in the Life of an instructional Designer at Amazon09 May 202401:10:34

Holly is back on the show! On today's episode, she talks about her journey from being a teacher to instructor to instructional designer at Amazon. We also take a deep dive into what a typical day looks like for her. If you have been thinking about wanting to work at an organization such as Amazon, this episode is for you.

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My Biggest Takeaway After 100 Podcast Episodes25 Apr 202400:25:11

Well, we did it! 100 podcast episodes in the books.

Whether you just started listening or you've been with me since day one, I can't thank you enough. On today's episode, I'll share with you my biggest takeaway after 100 episodes.

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The Power of Reflections in Learning Experiences07 Apr 202400:16:50

Our society is stuck in a fast-paced go-go-go mode. Overworking is celebrated. Multitasking is expected. Do you know one thing you can't rush though? The learning process. Today, we are talking about the benefits of slowing down by utilziing reflections.

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The Disconnect Between Instructional Design Degrees, the Real World, and How to Fix It21 Mar 202400:21:25

I need to take you behind the scenes for a moment to discuss a huge issue within the instructional design field. 

There is a disconnect between instructional design degrees and real world expectations. It's been a trend I've been monitoring for years, and it only seems to be getting worse. Students are graduating with these degrees and don't know how to apply the lessons into the real world. They aren't ready and don't feel confident to take their next steps. When asked why, I hear that they spent two to four years learning about theories, models, and processes, but did not gain experience in practicing them. The topics of working with subject matter experts, managing projects, building a portfolio, and career guidance never even came up in some of these degrees, yet they advertise on their websites that they prepare students for a competitive job market.

On today's podcast, I'm going to share with you what I've been hearing directly from instructional design students. The hope is that we can acknowledge their thoughts and make changes to fix this problem now before it gets any worse. You'll also hear about institutions who are doing everything right to prepare their students for the real world and I give a shout out to a few of them. 

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A Day in the Life of a Senior Instructional Designer07 Mar 202400:15:40

What does the day in the life of a senior instructional designer look like? Let's talk about it!

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3 Worst Pieces of Advice for Aspiring Instructional Designers22 Feb 202400:15:09

Yikes! Let's talk about some of the worst advice out there on how to become an instructional designer.

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Has AI Created a Spark for Community?16 Oct 202500:12:08

Has AI created a spark for community? On today's episode, we'll explore three reasons for this surge of communities in practice around AI.

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Why Learning Environments Deeply Matter08 Feb 202400:19:35

Today's episode is all about learning environments! You'll learn about the four different spaces and how making small changes can lead to huge results.

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5 Reasons Why Universities Should Think of Students as Customers25 Jan 202400:16:06

Should we think of students as customers? On today's episode, I'll share with you 5 reasons why this shift in thinking can make a drastic impact.

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Why Cohort-Based Learning is so Effective for Adults10 Jan 202400:19:00

On today's episode, I'm going to break down why cohort based learning is so effective for adults. I'll cover my best tips for creating cohorts for your learning experiences and share the pitfalls to avoid. 

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Recapping 2023 🎉28 Dec 202300:30:25

Can you believe 2024 is just around the corner? Let's take some time to reflect back on 2023.

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Another 'Inferior' Online Course: Debunking Myths with a Side of Reality Check for Higher Ed13 Dec 202300:15:44

Another day, another academic saying that online learning is inferior to face-to-face classes. On today's episode, I'll share why this idea is a disaster for higher education.

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Instructional Design Projects in the Real World29 Nov 202300:20:58

What do instructional design projects look like in the real world? On today's episode, I'll share 3 topics that seem to take folks by surprise.

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Bonus Episode! How to Stand Out in a Saturated Market22 Nov 202300:24:54

Happy Thanksgiving learning nerds! I hope you enjoy this bonus episode.

It's no secret that the instructional design market is highly competitive. How exactly did we get here and how can you stand out? Let's give you a competitive edge! 

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Reimagining Accessibility and UDL with AI15 Nov 202300:24:22

Every instructional designer knows that accessibility and UDL are significant, but how can AI help with these principles? I'll share some new features with ChatGPT that I've been experimenting with to make learning experiences more accessible and UDL friendly.

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5 Habits That Changed My Life01 Nov 202300:25:41

On today's episode, I'll share with you 5 habits that completely changed my life for the better. Hopefully, you can apply some of these tips into your own life!

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Andragogy and Designing Learning Experiences18 Oct 202300:33:34

How do you design learning experiences for adults? In today's episode, I'll cover Andragogy, the method and practice of teaching adult learners. I'll share about my best tips around Andragogical principles and how to apply them into your learning experiences. 

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The Educator's Guide to Part-Time Entrepreneurship: A Collection of Thoughts09 Oct 202500:21:29

Today's episode explores the potential of part-time entrepreneurship for educators. This seems to be something many of you have been thinking about, but don't know where to begin. I'll share my thoughts around this topic, the importance of starting small, identifying a niche, and building a community. I'll share some real-life success stories and offer practical advice on diversifying income streams and avoiding common mistakes. 

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Russell Sweep - Becoming a First-Time Leader05 Oct 202301:06:41

What's it like to be a first-time leader? In this episode, you'll hear from Russell Sweep, Content Development Manager at Goodwill and host of the L&D Hot Seat. Russell was recently thrown into the deep end with leadership and we break down what it's like to manage a team of designers.

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Understanding the L&D Job Market22 Sep 202300:32:08

Is the L&D market too saturated? Is there too much competition? On today's episode, I unpack what I've been hearing and seeing about the job market. I also try to provide a few tips on how to stand out from the crowd.

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Maj. Elvin Fortuna - Modernizing Courses for the Army and Day in the Life of an ID at the Army University06 Sep 202301:07:26

In this conversation, I chat with Maj. Elvin Fortuna, Army Officer and Instructional Designer for the Army University. We discuss more about Elvin's latest project with modernizing the U.S. Army's Captains Career Course and what the day in the life is life for an Instructional Designer at Army University. We also talk about transitioning into government positions.

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Stephanie Kratz - Understanding Faculty Burnout17 Aug 202300:56:07

In this conversation, I chat with Stepanie Kratz about faculty burnout, learning about instructional design, and professional development. A few key topic areas we get into:

  • Why faculty are interested in instructional design
  • What's causing faculty to feel burned out
  • What can be done to help them
  • How faculty can learn about instructional design
  • Professional development for faculty 
  • Ungrading

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