2D character creators are a reasonable alternative if you can’t afford an illustrator or use photos for your learning resources. I tested a few for you here.
Character creators for learning purposes
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Sequencing in Instructional Design
Sequencing is about deciding on the order of chunks of content. The right order supports the learner with gaining new skills and knowledge. Learn more about types and what to consider.
Chunking in Instructional Design
Chunking is a process to group topics into meaningful combinations to help the learner to better absorb and retain the knowledge. Learn more about chunking here.
Storyboarding for elearning
Storyboarding may look like a lengthy exercise but it will result in a complete blueprint for your course to discuss with your project team and a brief for your developer, narrator and/or videographer.
Using Zoom for elearning videos
We used Zoom to record videos and audio online for an elearning project with interviewees working from home. Learn more from my experiences in this blog.
Training Wizard turned 2!
After working as a self-employed instructional designer and facilitator, I thought it’s time to reflect. What have I learnt? what is different compared to my previous business in Europe?
News Quiz 2020
Let’s finish the year with a bit of fun. We’ve all moved online this year, even for socialising. Who hasn’t played Trivia online….? Test your knowledge of the news, including a COVID-19 test.
Facilitation with Microsoft Teams
Used to facilitating live online in Zoom, moving to Microsoft Teams had its challenges. Teams doesn’t have the same functionalities, so you need to adapt. Read more about my experiences.
Learning objectives: about the what, how and who
Well written learning objectives keep the instructional designer on track, but are they useful for the learner too? And what about learning goals and outcomes? Let’s look into the what, how and for whom.
Thoughts on psychological safety
Does psychological safety grow organically or is the facilitator the key factor to let participants feel safe to share ideas and ask questions in a group?