In this episode, I'm chatting with Randi Myers and Teresa O from OWL which is Open World Learning, a FREE online training platform being offered to all registered charities in the US and Canada! Tune in to hear about this amazing resource and the process for volunteering as an instructional designer.
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Robin Sargent I have here with me today, Randi Meyers and Teresa O, and they are from Open World Learning. And so before we get into exactly what we're going to talk about, well, you two do a better job of introducing yourself. We'll start with Randi.
Randi Myers Yeah, sure. Hi. It's great to meet everyone. I am Randi Myers. I'm director of impact and I work at Intercap. And I head...
If you are like most people, you probably don’t like to fail. It may not be one your basic fears, but I am sure it is a factor for you at some point or another. Today I talk about failing forward and how to use it to create great success in your life.
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Welcome to leaving the classroom. This is a podcast for teachers who are ready to transition out of the classroom and into a new career. Each week I'll share stories about what I've learned moving from education to the corporate world. I'll answer the most common questions and share my best tips to help you get started. If you are considering leaving the classroom, this show is for you. Hello, everyone. Welcome to leaving the classroom. I'm Kristi Oliva. And I'm so glad you're here.
Today we're talking about failure. Failure....
Teachers, the pillars of knowledge and guides of youth, play a crucial role in shaping the future. However, many educators seek new career paths beyond the traditional classroom, with instructional design emerging as a prominent choice.
This blog post explores the journey of a teacher's transition into an instructional design career, highlighting the essential skills and benefits of such a career shift.
Instructional design is a strategic field that aims to create compelling, engaging learning experiences. Instructional designers, equipped with content knowledge, research skills, technical prowess, and creative thinking, work towards crafting educational material that caters to a learner's needs.
These educational experiences can range from interactive multimedia elements, like videos and games, to traditional lectures and readings.
Teachers possess unique skills that can fuel their...
Welcome to our comprehensive guide on choosing the right instructional design program for corporate training.
In today's competitive job market, selecting the appropriate program is crucial for building a successful career in corporate training. With numerous options available, including traditional academic programs and vocational schools, making an informed decision that aligns with your goals is essential.
In this guide, we will walk you through the factors to consider when choosing an instructional design program, provide an overview of traditional academic programs and vocational schools, discuss program quality evaluation, and highlight the benefits of vocational schools for instructional design.
By the end of this article, you'll be equipped with the knowledge to make an educated choice and embark on a rewarding career in corporate instructional design.
Before diving into the decision-making process, it's essential to understand...
Episode description: In this episode, I talk to Margie Bowling. Margie is a former middle school science teacher who now works as an instructional designer for a life sciences company, providing solutions for the life sciences community. She discusses how she transitioned to the corporate world using IDOL courses Academy.
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Welcome to leaving the classroom. This is a podcast for teachers who are ready to transition out of the classroom and into a new career. Each week I'll share stories about what I've learned moving from education to the corporate world. I'll answer the most common questions and share my best tips to help you get started. If you are considering leaving the classroom, this show is for you. Hello, everyone....
In this podcast episode, I'm chatting with Meg Ramey. Meg is an IDOL Academy member, she is the owner of WorldKind and she is also a leader of one of our IDOL World projects. IDOL World is a volunteer section of our academy to place instructional designers with nonprofit and volunteer opportunities. Tune in to hear about the importance of real world experience and the things that make a good volunteer.
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Robin Sargent I have here with me today, Meg Ramey and Meg Ramey is many different things. But first of all, I must mention that she is an idol Academy member, she is the owner of world kind. And she is also a leader of one of our idol world projects, which is a volunteer section of our academy to place...
Setting goals is a process that, in most cases, comes before a specific outcome you have in mind. When I wanted to leave the classroom and become an instructional designer. I set myself a goal to have an ID role by the end of that school year. I set that goal in January of that year and achieved it just a couple of months later. To reach that goal required me not only to work really hard but to have the right mindset through that process. In this episode, I give you actionable steps to take to help you focus, improve your performance, and reach your goals.
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Hello, everyone. Welcome to leaving the classroom. I'm Kristi Oliva. I'm so glad you are here today. Today I am talking about goal setting, why it is important and why you should be doing it. Setting goals is a process that most...
In this episode, I am talking about the different titles there are in the instructional design and online learning space. And there are a LOT of them. It can get confusing when you are looking for a new role in instructional design and online learning, to figure out which role is right for you, and frankly, what the heck is the difference between all these titles? Listen in to hear my take on all the possible roles in the instructional design and online learning field.
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Hello everyone. Welcome to leaving the classroom. I'm Kristi Oliva, and I'm so glad you are here. Today I'm talking about the different titles there are in the instructional design and online learning space. And there are a lot of them. It can get confusing when you are looking for a new role in instructional...
Unleash the power of your brain for training transformation with Matt Gjersten! Join me as I chat with the visionary founder of Better Everyday Studios, an instructional design consulting company. Get ready to be inspired as we delve into how Matt empowers learning teams to create a monumental impact. Don't miss out! Tune in now and discover the ultimate brain hacks for mastering behavior change in your training.
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Robin Sargent I have here with me today, Matt Gjertsen, and he is the founder and owner of Better Every Day Studios. And today we are going to talk about how to hack your brain to create behavior change in your training. And of course, Matt will explain more what that means. But first, Matt, will you...
How does an instructional designer's salary compare to a teacher's salary? There are several factors to consider. In this episode, I discuss the 5 factors that can affect how much you make as an instructional designer, plus I give you some insight into how much you can make compared to a teaching role.
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Hello, everyone. Welcome to leaving the classroom. I'm Kristi Oliva. I'm so glad you are here today. And today I'm talking about pay salary. How does an instructional designer salary compare to a teacher's salary? Well, according to world population review.com, the average teacher salary in the US is $66,397 per year, which comes out to $33 an hour. New York teachers make the most at 92,000 a year and Mississippi teachers...
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