Guest: Destery Hildenbrand

In this episode of the Become an IDOL podcast, Robin Sargent interviews Destery Hildenbrand, an XR Solution Architect who helps clients realize their immersive technology dreams through virtual reality, augmented reality, and blended learning solutions.

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Are you looking for a no-nonsense formula for creating engaging courses and training? Check out my new book, The Do It Messy Approach: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learners (IDOLs) on Amazon.

Enjoy the Episode Transcript below:   

Robin Sargent  

Welcome to become an IDOL. I'm Dr. Robin Sargent, owner of IDOL courses. This is the place where newbies come to learn and veterans share their knowledge.

Robin Sargent  

I have here with me today...

Leaving the Classroom: A Transitioning Teacher Podcast

Leaving the Classroom 32: A Day in the Life of a Corporate Instructional Designer with Amanda Kulik

In this episode, Kristi Oliva interviews Amanda Kulik about her experience transitioning from teaching to becoming a corporate instructional designer. Amanda details her journey from getting her master's degree to finding IDOL courses Academy to landing her first instructional design job.

Tune in to find out:

- Her journey from getting her master's degree and teaching for 15 years to discovering IDOL courses Academy and landing her first instructional design job within a few months of completing the program.

- The differences between her contract role and full-time corporate roles, including benefits, team structure, and ability to see projects through.

- The skills she uses from teaching like communication, organization, and writing that have translated well to her current role as an instructional designer.

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Table of Contents

• Instructional Design Explained

• Educational Opportunities in Instructional Design

• Instructional Design Career Outlook

• Job Market Trends

• Salary Trends

• Key Industries Employing Instructional Designers

• Starting the Instructional Design Career Search

• Continuous Learning Opportunities for Instructional Designers

• Putting it All Together

With the surge in online learning, Instructional Design (ID) has become a leading profession in today's growing workforce. Whether creating online courses or developing instructor-led training materials, ID professionals are driving the learning experience forward. But what exactly is instructional design? And what are the career opportunities and growth prospects for ID professionals? Let’s dive in and explore!

Instructional Design Explained

Instructional design is the art and science of creating effective learning content using education and communication theories, multimedia design, and human psychology....

Table of Contents

• Online Learning Platforms

• Learning Management Systems

• Multimedia Technology

• VR Technology

• AI For Instructional Design

• Student Collaboration

• Mobile Learning

• Putting it All Together

Instructional Design and Technology

As an instructional designer, you are always on the lookout for innovative ways to improve your training materials. Today, technology is at the forefront of this discussion. And for good reason: it offers incredible opportunities to transform and enhance the learning process, especially for vocational training. Students can now access courses online, collaborate with distant peers, and learn through simulations, interactive diagrams, and video tutorials.

We’ll explore how instructional designers can use technology to improve vocational training. We’ll look at the latest trends and best practices for integrating tech into your lesson plans, and help you get started with building a technology-informed curriculum.

Online...

Leaving the Classroom: A Transitioning Teacher Podcast

3 Ways to Adapt to a Male-Dominated Team

In this episode, Kristi Oliva discusses three ways she has learned to adapt to working in a male-dominated corporate environment after transitioning from the female-dominated field of teaching. She talks about managing her emotions, participating in meetings, and stopping unnecessary apologizing. The goal of the podcast is to help other teachers gain confidence and skills to make a career change.

Tune in to find out:

- The three ways Kristi Oliva has learned to adapt to working in a male-dominated corporate environment after transitioning from teaching, including managing emotions, participating in meetings, and stopping unnecessary apologizing

- How Kristi Oliva manages her emotions in meetings by listening more than speaking, taking notes, and not taking things personally

- How Kristi Oliva participates in meetings with colleagues she sees as smarter than her by speaking up, asking...

Guest: Kelsie Marks

In this episode of the Become an IDOL podcast, host Robin Sargent interviews Kelsie Marks, the director of resume services at Educated Exit, an organization that helps teachers transition out of the education profession.

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Connect with Kelsie on LinkedIn

Follow Educated Exit on LinkedIn

Are you looking for a no-nonsense formula for creating engaging courses and training? Check out my new book, The Do It Messy Approach: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learners (IDOLs) on Amazon.

Enjoy the Episode Transcript below:   

Robin Sargent  

Welcome to become an idol. I'm Dr. Robin Sargent, owner of IDOL courses. This is the place where newbies come to learn and veterans share their knowledge.

Robin Sargent  

I have here with me today, Kelsie Marks....

Guest: Susan Teague

In this episode, Susan Teague shares her career journey in learning and development.

Listen to this episode below: 

Subscribe to Become an IDOL Podcast: Apple Podcast | Spotify | Google Podcast 

Connect with Susan on LinkedIn

Are you looking for a no-nonsense formula for creating engaging courses and training? Check out my new book, The Do It Messy Approach: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learners (IDOLs) on Amazon.

Enjoy the Episode Transcript below:   

Robin Sargent  

Welcome to Become an IDOL. I'm Dr. Robin Sargent, owner of IDOL courses. This is the place where newbies come to learn and veteran share their knowledge.

Robin Sargent  

I have here with me today, Susan Teague. And I found Susan on well, you guessed it LinkedIn. She made an insightful comment on on one of my posts, and I just knew she'd be a great guest to have. And I'm sure...

Leaving the Classroom: A Transitioning Teacher Podcast

Embrace Your Potential. Beat Self-Sabotage

In this episode, we discuss how to overcome self-sabotage and embrace your potential. 

Tune in to find out…

1) Identifying patterns of self-sabotage and finding where you dismiss yourself before others get a chance.

2) Embracing challenges like getting 100 rejections as a way to take opportunities without fear of rejection.

3) Keeping a record or journal of rejections to track progress and reframe rejection as a non-emotional challenge rather than a blow to self-worth.

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Connect with Kristi on LinkedIn. 

This podcast is sponsored by IDOL Courses and is the only authorized vocational school and implementation program of its kind that not only shows you exactly how to create your job application assets and build a portfolio from scratch, but also includes credentials, mentorship, expert coaching, and paid experience opportunities in...

 Table of Contents:

• Introduction to Instructional Design

• Key Principles of Instructional Design

• Tools and Technologies in Instructional Design

• Instructional Design Process and Workflow

• Collaboration with Subject Matter Experts and Project Management in Instructional Design

• Trends and Innovations in Instructional Design

Introduction to Instructional Design

What is Instructional Design?

Instructional Design is a systematic and iterative process that revolves around the development of well-designed and engaging learning experiences and environments. Its aim is to create highly effective instructional models that enhance learning outcomes by aligning with the unique needs and preferences of learners, while also bridging the knowledge gap.

This discipline goes beyond the mere delivery of information. It focuses on creating meaningful and interactive learning experiences that promote knowledge retention and application. By analyzing learners' needs, understanding...

Table of Contents

• Vocational Training Assessment

• Align Vocational Training Assessments with Learning Objectives

• Using Authentic Assessments in Vocational Training

• Reliability and Validity in Assessment Design

• Provide Feedback

• Evaluate the Assessment

• Including Assessment Examples in Your Instructional Design Portfolio

• Putting it All Together

Vocational Training Assessment

Assessing students is an integral part of the learning process. It enables you to determine if your students have learned the material and see which areas they need to improve. However, designing effective assessments that provide meaningful feedback to students can be challenging. In vocational training programs, it's essential to ensure that assessments are not only valid and reliable but also relevant to the skills and knowledge required for their future career. In this post, we'll explore some best practices for designing assessments for vocational training programs, which will help you...