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Instructional Design Course

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This certification program provides a comprehensive foundation in Instructional Design (ID) with a strong focus on eLearning design, development, and evaluation. Across six structured modules, learners will explore learning theories, frameworks, and practical tools to design engaging, learner-centered training. The course blends classic ID principles with AI-driven and modern eLearning practices, making it highly relevant for today’s corporate, academic, and online education environments.

The full course includes

Fundamental Principles of Instructional Design

Introduction: What is Instructional Design and its role in learning.
Deep Dive: Role of an instructional designer, impact on corporate, academic, and online learning.
Real-World Scenario: Exploring job roles and career opportunities.
Key Takeaway Summary: Evolution from traditional ID to AI-enhanced instructional design.

Fundamentals of Learning Theories

Introduction: Overview of major learning theories and principles.
Deep Dive: Behaviorism, Cognitivism, Constructivism, Andragogy vs. Pedagogy, learning styles (VARK, Kolb).
Real-World Scenario: Reconsidering learning styles in the AI age.
Key Takeaway Summary: Application of Bloom’s Taxonomy for writing objectives (assignment included).

Instructional Design Models & Framework

Introduction: Understanding key instructional design models.
Deep Dive: ADDIE framework (step-by-step), SAM model, and Dick & Carey model.
Real-World Scenario: Choosing the right model for different requirements.
Key Takeaway Summary: Practical examples of applying the correct framework.

Designing eLearning Content

Introduction: Fundamentals of creating engaging eLearning.
Deep Dive: Storyboarding, scripting, visual/media selection, interactivity design, accessibility (WCAG).
Real-World Scenario: Designing a storyboard for a given learning topic.
Key Takeaway Summary: Best practices for engaging, accessible, and interactive content.

Development & Implementation

Introduction: Tools and standards for eLearning development.
Deep Dive: Overview of authoring tools (Paradiso, Articulate, Captivate, Rise, Storyline), SCORM/xAPI basics, LMS integration.
Real-World Scenario: Selecting the right tool for course development.
Key Takeaway Summary: Practical application of tools in content development and delivery.

Evaluation & Improvement

Introduction: Importance of evaluating learning effectiveness.
Deep Dive: Formative and summative evaluation, Kirkpatrick’s 4 Levels, Phillips ROI model, feedback collection.
Real-World Scenario: Proposing an evaluation plan for an eLearning course.
Key Takeaway Summary: Continuous improvement with AI-enhanced instructional design practices.

Instructional Design Course

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Instructional Design Course

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The full course includes

Paradiso LMS

Free eLearning Authoring Tool

Comprehensive Course Catalog

Help Us Understand Your Needs

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