Who's your ADDIE?

Aren't we lucky to have a team that just keeps getting better? We are ridiculously pumped to add EdTech design powerhouse Emily Lewis to the crew 🦄. “I’m thrilled to be joining the talented team at Who’s Your ADDIE. I hope to utilise my love of storytelling, good design and illustration to contribute to the amazing work they do within the EdTech space, as well as to grow and innovate alongside them in curating impactful learner experiences.” Here's to brave new worlds, Emily! #learningexperience

We are excited to welcome Rob McKelvie to the team! 🦄 With a strong background in education technology, process design, customer-centric service, and product development, Rob excels in making all things better! We are thrilled to have him join us in our mission to create extraordinary educational experiences.

Most adult learners have limited time available to invest in education. They need convenient learning solutions that still offer networking opportunities and high-touch support. For these learners, semi-synchronous learning is ideal. This approach combines the engagement of “synchronous” learning, where learners attend classes and events in real time, with the flexibility of self-paced or “asynchronous” learning. In semi-synchronous models, learners can engage with content and exercises at their own pace while still benefitting from instructor support, community interaction, and the motivational power of achieving key milestones. Semi-synchronous models therefore include both synchronous and asynchronous elements, such as: ▶️ A clear learning pathway with videos and guided projects 💬 A thriving peer community nurtured by an instructor 🎤 Live Q&A sessions and practice workshops 📅 Deadlines for major milestones Ensure that learners know what to do and feel supported and connected. Providing clear instructions and maintaining consistent communication through email or discussion boards will boost their confidence. Have you had success with semi-synchronous learning design in practice? Let us know in the comments! #learningexperience #learningexperiencedesign #educationtechnology #education #edtech #semisynchronouslearning #learningdesign #transitioningteachers #learninganddevelopment #instructionaldesign #elearning #onlinelearning

Do you need an e-learning mentor? Only 5 days remaining to sign up for our 2024 mentorship programme! We are so excited to get to know the awesome group of EdTech professionals already standing on the docks and preparing to set sail. Apply now and confirm your enrolment by 5 August to join us: https://lnkd.in/e9RJsEEh

To truly connect with our learners, we need to develop genuine empathy powered by the right kind of research. Let’s explore the key questions that help Learning Experience Designers and EdTech professionals step into learners’ shoes and create experiences that resonate with their target audience. #learningexperiencedesign #learningdesign #instructionaldesign #uxresearch #learninganddevelopment #elearning #edtech #educationtechnology #transitioningteachers

Curious about how our mentorship programme works? We're here to answer a few common questions. Register before 05 August: https://lnkd.in/e9RJsEEh #learningexperiencedesign #transitioningteachers #learningdesign #instructionaldesign #edtech #educationtechnology #learninganddevelopment #elearning #onlinelearning #mentorship

Want to learn how to consider EdTech products and systems holistically, and start turning customer insights into customer value? It's time you get an EdTech Product Leadership mentor. Registration is closing in 17 days, so be sure to finalise your enrolment as soon as possible. Only a few spots remaining: https://lnkd.in/e9RJsEEh #edtech #productmanagement #productdesign #productleadership #elearning #learningexperiencedesign

No matter how many books you read about riding a bicycle, the only way to learn is by getting on one. You might fall a few times, but you'll only truly master it through trying and failing—through ★experience★. In the world of learning design, experiential learning is where learners gain knowledge and skills by applying new processes or concepts in real-world or simulated settings. This approach encourages critical thinking, problem-solving, and experimentation. Experiential learning can include: ➡ Interactive simulations that mimic real-world scenarios. ➡ Group projects that require collaboration and application of concepts. ➡ Guided workplace experience with access to mentorship and feedback. If you think your learner might be the sort of person who skips the user manual and goes straight to fiddling with their new Air Fryer, this approach might be appropriate for your project. Just be sure to provide your learners with just enough context and instruction to accompany that experience (like having a recipe while baking a cake), as well as ample personalised feedback, and you’ll design an elegantly scaffolded experiential learning intervention. When facilitating experiential learning, monitor your learners carefully to ensure they approach the exercises with enough confidence. Provide additional support to those who are feeling too uncertain to make the most of the opportunity. Have you had success with experiential learning interventions in practice? Let us know in the comments!. #learningexperiencedesign #learningdesign #transitioningteachers #learninganddevelopment #instructionaldesign #elearning #experientiallearning

New to the world of e-learning development and instructional design? Or perhaps you're already a local here, but considering a different role? Our Entering a New EdTech Role mentorship specialisation might be exactly what you're looking for. Learn more about the programme at https://lnkd.in/e9RJsEEh

Have you visited our revamped resource library? We are always adding more useful tools, playlists, books, and reference guides for Learning Experience Designers. Let us know in the comments what else you think we should add to our collection! Check out the library here: https://lnkd.in/dDGeEFbn