Instructional Design has never had a single doorway.Some of us arrived here from teaching. Some from graphic design. Some from HR or IT. Some from roles that had nothing to do with Learning, Education, or Development at all. Because there’s no clear path in, there’s also rarely a shared foundation. Many talented people are handed the title “Instructional Designer” without ever being taught what the work truly requires. They’re told to “make training fun,” “add gamification,”

For the last two or three years, something has been growing quietly inside me — a set of ideas, insights, and revelations about alignment, clarity, and the way we move through life. I didn’t have a name for it. I didn’t have a structure for it. I just knew it was there, waiting. The catalyst that finally brought it forward was a leadership conference called Lead On Fire , created and led by my friend Temika Younger , the powerhouse behind Virginia Adult Care Education (VACE).

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One of the primary challenges faced by corporate executives in the realm of Learning & Development is aligning learning outcomes with corporate goals and key performance indicators (KPIs). This challenge persists for many organizations, often due to a reverse approach to addressing performance issues. Typically, a performance problem is identified, leading to the assumption that training is the appropriate solution. Subject matter experts provide insights, and a training prog

In today’s fast-paced world of instructional design, it can be tempting to chase the latest design trends and flashy tools. Many designers focus on making their presentations look impressive rather than on what really matters: delivering results. At our organization, we adopt a different philosophy—one that emphasizes effectiveness through alignment with clear business goals. Let’s explore how our services enhance your instructional design skills using the proven ADDIE framew

In the realm of instructional design, the ADDIE model is like a guiding compass for creating effective training programs. While the phases of Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation often get the spotlight, the first phase—Analysis— deserves equal attention. This initial step is vital for setting up successful instructional solutions. In this blog post, we will explore the essential types of analysis for instructional development, including Problem/Issue Analysis,