Instructional Designer vs. Content Writer: What’s the Difference?

Instructional Designer vs. Content Writer: What’s the Difference?

If someone made a sitcom about curriculum planning with the classic “odd couple,” those would be an instructional designer and a content writer. Though both have the same goal, to maximize learning, they have different approaches to the task. It is possible for one...
Using Microlearning Approaches To Keep Students Engaged

Using Microlearning Approaches To Keep Students Engaged

Students lose focus watching a four-minute video. What’s a developer to do? We know today’s students are distracted. Texts need answering. Emails need replies. Besides that, students drown in content. Consider breaking courses into bite-size chunks. Provide little...
Guiding Principles of Integrating Multimedia in eLearning

Guiding Principles of Integrating Multimedia in eLearning

Integrating multimedia into your eLearning courses engages learners, but the latest research indicates too much interactivity may frustrate your learners.  In the hands of a skilled eLearning developer, multimedia interaction positively impacts knowledge transfer....
Should you integrate new technology in eLearning courses?

Should you integrate new technology in eLearning courses?

With today’s new technology, it is tempting to add sparkle and glitz to an eLearning course. But as the saying goes, not everything that glitters is gold. Deciding if and when  to use new technology can be tricky. Here are four factors to consider. Relevance The...