Thoughts on Instructional Design and Other Stuff

 As mentioned in this blog, learning theories such as behaviorism, cognitivism, constructivism, and connectivism influence how instructional designers design. Siemens mentions that learning is a continuous process that lasts a lifetime and that informal learning is just as significant to our learning experience as formal education is (Siemens, 2005). According to Siemens, connectivism is influenced by the understanding that learning and knowledge rest in the diversity of opinions and is a process of connecting information sources (Siemens, 2005). One belief of connectivism is that individuals learn through the networks they construct to obtain knowledge. The networks you create throughout your life can change over time; however, no matter what, these networks can provide you with information and support in your learning. In addition, you can have different people, technologies, and resources to help you learn. Your mind map could include various social networking sites, personal le...

The brain is a highly complex organ that has intrigued scientists, educators, and others for decades, leading to a deeper understanding of how it influences learning. In addition, learning is a broad term that people use daily. Learning can be defined as a relatively permanent change in behavior that occurs due to experience and can bring a change in behavior and experience. Understanding how individuals process, retain, and retrieve information is crucial for instructional designers (ID). Instructional designers need to know who their learners are regarding what draws their attention, motivates them, culture, and background knowledge. Lastly, individuals learn and retain information differently from others. Therefore, instructional designers need to tailor it to meet the different learning needs of their learners. Two resources that I have found and encourage you to check out to help understand 1) why the knowledge of how the brain and learning function and 2) multimedia learning can ...

Are you a newbie to instructional design? Are you looking for resources to help get your feet wet in the instructional design world? If so, you have come to the right spot because, like you, I am also currently stepping my into the world of instructional design. Here are three beneficial blogs that I have found to help you find information to get you started on your journey in instructional design. The first blog is by Connie Malamed, https://theelearningcoach.com/. Connie has a graduate degree in Instructional Design and Technology and her blog shares actionable strategies, practical content, product reviews, and resources to help individuals design, develop, and understand learning, instructional, and visual design. Connie provides resources and information on how you can improve your visual design skills for instructional materials. This blog is beneficial for those who need ideas for visual design resources, which is a key part of instructional design.  The second blog is ...