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Jessica-Lynn Russell

IDIODC, short for: Instructional Designers In Offices Drinking Coffee, is a weekly, live video and podcast used to help ID's with pain points and provide best practices and insight. Every Wednesday morning, the upbeat and candid conversation encourages peers to participate in the chat and share their own personal insight! Often bringing on guests, our hosts Brent Schlenker and Chris Van Wingerden keep it real with objective points fit for people looking for eLearning advice to better the L&D world. Learn more about Instructional Designers In Offices Drinking Coffee on our website at IDIODC.com

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Welcome to IDIODC

Sierra Sykora

2021-03-03

New to IDIODC? What is IDIODC all about?

Well, it's pretty simple. IDIODC, short for: Instructional Designers In Offices Drinking Coffee, is a weekly, live video and podcast used to help ID's with pain points and provide best practices and insight. Every Wednesday morning at 9am ET, the upbeat and candid conversation encourages peers to participate in the chat and share their own personal insight! Often bringing on guests, our hosts Brent Schlenker and Chris Van Wingerden keep it real with ...

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Solve Knowledge and Learning Issues with Organization Enablement with Mike Simmons- IDIODC Ep #238

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-07-26

1 min read

Mike Simmons joins us to talk about organization enablement and how L&D is uniquely positioned to blend the best of Knowledge Management, Performance Improvement, and Learning & Development into a cohesive solution that enables all employees to be their best and provide the most value to their organizations.

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Debunking Myths About Creating Accessible Learning Content with Diane Elkins- IDIODC Ep #237

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-07-19

2 min read

Diane Elkins joins us to debunk the common myths and excuses used to avoid creating fully accessible learning experiences. She's an experienced elearning development professional who's been at the helm of Artisan Learning for 20 years. Join us for this important and informative conversation.

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Improving Training Videos Using Neuroscience with Patti Shank- IDIODC Ep #236

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-07-12

2 min read

Dr. Patti Shank joins us to discuss some of the mental processing models you can use to your advantage when producing videos. She reads ALL the research so we don't have too. Join us for another IDIODC with Patti as she continues to help the L&D community apply the research to all that we do.

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Using AI to Supercharge Training Team Productivity with Myra Roldan- IDIODC Ep #235

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-07-05

2 min read

Myra Roldan, AWS Sr. Technical Program Manager, joins us to talk about the many solutions and productivity hacks she's discovered while experimenting with AI apps.

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Navigating the NonProfit Learning Ecosystem with Nancy Bacon- IDIODC Ep #234

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-06-28

2 min read

Nancy Bacon has committed her professional career in L&D to supporting nonprofits. She joins us to share her insights into this world and how you can benefit from knowing a little more about them. Join us for this unique look into the world of L&D and nonprofits.

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The 10 Principles of an Adaptive Learning Organization with Mike Hruska- IDIODC Ep #233

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-06-21

1 min read

Mike Hruska joins us to geek out on the future of our work in L&D. He's been on the forefront of every new technology shift L&D has experienced since before SCORM. As a technologist, he's the perfect person to discuss L&Ds future with us.

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Becoming an Accidental Instructional Designer with Cammy Bean- IDIODC Ep #232

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-06-14

2 min read

Cammy Bean join us to talk about her journey as she launches the 2nd edition of her book. We'll also talk about the many hats of instructional design and the growing ecosystem of technology that has expanded the number of hats needing to be worn.

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The Realities and Future of Modern Learning Ecosystems with Craig Weiss- IDIODC Ep #231

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-06-07

2 min read

Craig Weiss joins IDIODC to talk about the changes in technology that are changing the landscape of L&D and corporate training. The current state of the L&D industry is something we all live everyday in the work we do. But those experiences are different for each of us.

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Powering Performance with Formal/Informal Learning at the 5 Moments of Need with Bob Mosher- IDIODC Ep #230

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-05-31

2 min read

The 5 Moments of Need exist in every department of every enterprise, and requires a strong and efficient learning ecosystem. Bob Mosher is the founding member at 5 Moments of Need and joins us to share his experiences putting these philosophies into practice.

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Top Tips for Online Presenting with Kirsten Rourke- IDIODC Ep #229

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-05-10

2 min read

Kirsten Rourke joins us with some tips and tricks for leveling up your online presentation skills. She's been a trainer, consultant, and top presenter, for years and teaches others how to do it too. Join us for this fun and wide-ranging conversation about becoming a better presenter/speaker.

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How L&D Can Become a Trusted Business Advisor with Jess Almlie- IDIODC Ep #228

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-05-03

2 min read

Jess Almlie joins us to talk about becoming a trusted business advisor. For Jess, this is key in doing our best work as L&D professionals. Join us, you won't want to miss this.

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eLearning Research Surprises that May Surprise You with Jane Bozarth- IDIODC Ep #227

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-04-26

1 min read

Jane Bozarth, Director of Research for The Learning Guild, joins us in this episode to share the interesting data points she's found through out her years creating research reports for The Learning Guild. She'll share the insights you won't find in the reports you've already read, so you won't want to miss this.

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Data Literacy for Learning Leaders with Zsolt Oláh- IDIODC Ep #226

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-04-19

2 min read

Zsolt Oláh joins us to discuss the data analytics of training and development. We'll discuss what data is available, or should be available, as well as why data helps us make better business decisions.

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How to Create Accessible Learning Content Supporting DEI with Susi Miller- IDIODC Ep #225

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-04-05

2 min read

Susi Miller returns as our guest to discuss more of her insights and experiences related to creating accessible learning content. Join us and level up your accessibility game as part of your 2023 strategy.

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Beyond Gamification: What Worked, What Didn't, and What's Next with Karl Kapp- IDIODC Ep #224

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-03-29

1 min read

Karl Kapp joins us to talk about the history of gamification, the good that came from it, and what games for learning really should look like in the future. Be sure to tune in for this fascinating look into the future of games in Learning.

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Facilitation in Action for Instructional Designers with Nikki O’Keeffe & Darryl Wyles- IDIODC Ep #223

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-03-22

2 min read

Nikki O’Keeffe and Darryl Wyles, 2 of the 4 authors of Facilitation in Action, join us this week to discuss the art of facilitation. It is a broad topic, with wide ranging methods and models to explore. Join us for this special 2-guest episode of IDIODC.

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Stories that Stick: Using Hollywood Methods to Supercharge Training with Jim Piechocki- IDIODC Ep #222

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-03-15

2 min read

Jim Piechocki joins us to discuss how the Sabido Method has been successfully applied and resulted in significant behavior change. You'll be sure to leave this episode enlightened and motivated to craft your own Sabido-style serial drama for deep engagement and behavior change.

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Digital Design Tips and Tricks for eLearning with Mark Lassoff- IDIODC Ep #221

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-03-08

2 min read

Mark Lassoff is joining us to discuss some of the basic elements of digital design. He has been teaching digital design for many years and understands the areas where instructional designers fall short. Join us for a fantastic IDIODC discovering the joys of visual design as instructional designers.

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How AI Impacts Learning and Development Departments with Mark Oehlert- IDIODC Ep #220

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-03-01

2 min read

Mark Oehlert joins us to talk about how Artificial Intelligence programs like OpenAI, ChatGPT, and others, might change our L&D departments and work we do in them.

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Successful Blended Learning Methods with Michelle Parry-Slater- IDIODC Ep #219

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-02-22

2 min read

Michelle Parry-Slater joins to help us make sense of Blended Learning Methods. Blended Learning is not a new concept, and the term may feel a bit old. However, it works!

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Instructional Design Best Practices for Supporting Multiple Languages with Mark Sheppard- IDIODC Ep #218

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-02-08

2 min read

Mark Sheppard joins us in this episode to discuss best practices for supporting multi-language projects. He shares some great tips and tricks on designing and developing learning solutions for multi-language projects.

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Make Learning Come to Life Using Readable Videos with Lee LeFever- IDIODC Ep #217

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-02-01

1 min read

We are very excited about having the OG of Explainer Videos, Lee LeFever, as our guest to discuss his latest idea: Readable Videos. It's always fun to talk with Lee because he's always doing fun and exciting things. We'll learn a little about the history of CommonCraft, Explainer Videos, his libraries of courses, graphics, and of course Readable Videos.

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Section 508 Accessibility and TTV5 for eLearning with Jenny Wincek- IDIODC Ep #216

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-01-25

2 min read

Jenny Wincek joins #IDIODC to talk about the Trusted Tester program, as well as some of the basics of 508 and WCAG compliance, and why accessibility is important.

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Reflecting on Instructional Design, Performance Support, and Technology with Allison Rossett- IDIODC Ep #215

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2023-01-18

2 min read

Allison Rossett joins #IDIODC for a highly informative, and fun conversation! You do not want to miss this special episode with the Legend of Performance Support.

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Holiday Drink'n'Draw -Custom Graphics in PowerPoint with Kevin Thorn- IDIODC Ep #214

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-12-14

1 min read

'Tis the season for a Holiday Drink'n'Draw. In this special episode we'll be keeping it simple and jumping into PowerPoint. You'll be surprised at how talented you really are by the end of this episode.

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Hot Christmas Gifts, Tools, and Apps, for Instructional Designers with Nick Floro- IDIODC Ep #213

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-12-07

1 min read

Nick Floro is our goto gadget and app guru. And so, of course, he's the perfect guest to share some fantastic new apps, gadgets, and gifts for that special ID in your life. Join us for this special episode and share your own cool apps, gadgets, and tech in the chat.

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Modern Project-Based Learning for Instructional Designers with Brent Newhall- IDIODC Ep #212

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-11-30

2 min read

Brent Newhall joins us to talk about how the value of implementing a project-based assessment strategy will improve your training outcomes. Join us for an amazing opportunity to learn, and meet another L&D colleague.

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Why Instructional Designers Need to Understand xAPI with Aaron Silvers- IDIODC Ep #211

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-11-23

1 min read

In this episode Aaron Silvers joins Instructional Designers In Offices Drinking Coffee to talk about why Instructional Designers need to understand xAPI.

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Shifting from Internal to External Customer Training with B.J. Schone- IDIODC Ep #210

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-11-16

1 min read

We asked B.J. Schone to join us and help facilitate this conversation. He's an experienced instructional designer and has been in both departments over his career. Join us for this fun and informative conversation. You may even find yourself wanting to change directions in your career.

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The Learning Engineering Toolkit You Need with Jim Goodell- IDIODC Ep #209

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-11-09

2 min read

Jim Goodell is the editor of the new book The Learning Engineering Toolkit. He joined us to talk about the growing number of practitioners adapting to this more complete understanding of the work we do, and services Learning Engineering provides for the enterprise.

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The Big Shift – Virtual and Hybrid Learning in the Wake of COVID-19 with Jo Cook- IDIODC Ep #208

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-11-02

1 min read

In this episode we talk with Jo Cook to discuss her research with Jane Daly, Behavioral Scientist specializing in evidence-based culture and capability transformation. Jo was with us last December to discuss early insights of this research, so we’re excited to have her back to see what has and hasn’t changed in the past 12 months!

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Top Trends in eLearning - LIVE #IDIODC from DevLearn 2022- IDIODC Ep #207

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-10-26

1 min read

This episode of IDIODC will be a live special DevLearn episode to discuss the most exciting new trends in eLearning.

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Why Does Corporate Training Struggle? "It's the Balance Sheet, Stupid!" with Mark Oehlert- IDIODC Ep #206

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-10-19

1 min read

Mark Oehlert joins us with what may, or may not, be one of the most controversial reasons why L&D struggles.

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Automate Your Instructional Design Work Using No-code Tools with Mike Taylor- IDIODC Ep #205

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-10-12

1 min read

On this week of #IDIODC Mike Taylor joins us to talk about no-code tools that can help you improve your workflow and make you more efficient. If you're not sure what no-code tools are and how they can help you, then this episode is perfect for you.

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Balance Visuals to Avoid Cognitive Overload with Rachel Allen Dillon- IDIODC Ep #204

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-10-05

1 min read

On this week of #IDIODC Rachel Allen Dillon returns with more powerful visual designs. Join us for all of Rachel's tips on visual design and avoiding cognitive overload. This is a show you don't want to miss.

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Improving Corporate Training Using Hollywood Experience with Jim Piechocki- IDIODC Ep #203

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-09-28

1 min read

On this week of #IDIODC we have Jim Piechocki as our guest speaker. Join us for this broad ranging, eye-opening, conversation and discussion that is sure to impact the direction of your career.

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How to Storyboard for eLearning with Tim Slade- IDIODC Ep #202

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-09-21

1 min read

Tim Slade join us to help everyone get started with storyboarding. We'll talk about learning the process of storyboarding as different from your instructional design work. But also take full advantage of your efforts designing instruction to help in the storyboarding process.

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What You Need to Know about Nudge-Learning with Amy Parent- IDIODC Ep #201

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-09-14

1 min read

Amy Parent joins IDIODC to discuss Nudge-Learning. It's become another hot new term being used amongst instructional design communities. Be sure to save your spot for this insightful discussion.

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Drink'n'Draw: Creating Visual Languages for More Effective Training with Kevin Thorn- IDIODC Ep #200

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-09-14

2 min read

In this episode of Drink'n'Draw Kevin Thorn joined us to explore concepts on how to better communicate ideas and transform those ideas into a visual language.

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Understanding Organizational Enablement for Instructional Designers with Mike Simmons- IDIODC Ep #199

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-07-20

1 min read

Mike Simmons joins us on this episode of #IDIODC to help us understand how organization enablement happens at the intersection of people, process, and technology.

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Drink'n'Draw: Your Vacation While Building Visual Design Skills with Kevin Thorn- IDIODC Ep #198

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-07-13

1 min read

In this episode of Drink'n'Draw Kevin Thorn joins us and offers an opportunity for you to practice your sketchnoting skills this summer. You're taking a vacation anyways, so you might as well do a little professional upskilling at the same time, right?

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Freelancing: 5 Tips for IDs Planning their Corporate Exit Strategy with Cara North- IDIODC Ep #197

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-07-07

1 min read

On this episode of #IDIODC Cara North joins us to help everyone figure out and plan their future in freelance. It's a road traveled by many, but few are truly successful.

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Building Career Mobility for Frontline Workers with Matthew Daniel- IDIODC Ep #196

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-06-29

1 min read

On this episode of #IDIODC Matthew Daniel, Principle for the Career Mobility Center of Excellence at Guild Education, joins us to talk about what it takes to improve talent mobility on the frontline and create meaningful career and life opportunities for essential workers.

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Catching and Riding the Instructional Design Wave with Chuck Hodell- IDIODC Ep #195

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-06-22

1 min read

Joining us this week is Chuck Hodell to talk with us about riding the Instructional Design Wave. We'll focus on how to find the best design solutions for our learning populations based on the competing interests of technology and clients. Joins us for the great conversation.

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Big Learning Results with Little Experiments with Shannon Tipton- IDIODC Ep #194

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-06-15

1 min read

Shannon Tipton joins us to talk about the insights she gained doing research with Laura Overton. In the middle of 2020 they asked 32 practitioners/thinkers from around the globe "How can L&D emerge stronger from the pandemic?

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How L&D Can Build a Corporate Learning Culture with Andrew Barry- IDIODC Ep #193

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-06-08

1 min read

Andrew Barry joined us to discuss his approach to develope learning cultures. Tune in for this insightful conversation!

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EnABLE the 5 Moments of Need with Conrad Gottfredson- IDIODC Ep #192

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-06-01

1 min read

In this episode of #IDIODC we have the pleasure of talking with the founder of the 5 Moments of Need, Dr. Conrad Gottfredson. Tune in for this incredible opportunity to meet Dr. Conrad Gottfredson.

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How to Create Your L&D Measurement, Analytics and Reporting Strategy with David Vance- IDIODC Ep #191

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-05-25

2 min read

David Vance joins #IDIODC to discuss how to improve your measurement capability and advance the measurement maturity of your organization. We'll discuss, and refresh our minds, on the talent development reporting principles framework and measurement strategy.

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Photoshop for eLearning Developers with Mark Lassoff- IDIODC Ep #190

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-05-18

1 min read

Mark Lassoff, Founder of Tech Learning Network, joins us to share his top Photoshop features that instructional designers need to know and can't do in Powerpoint.

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Marketing Your Learning Content for Success with Ashley Sinclair- IDIODC Ep #189

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-05-11

2 min read

Ashley Sinclair, founder of MAAS Marketing, joins us to discuss marketing and comms strategies for your learning solutions. Join us and learn more about improving your training success rates with better marketing!

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Demystifying VR Training with Lee Gregory- IDIODC Ep #188

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-05-04

1 min read

Lee Gregory joined IDIODC to share his expertise and experience using VR technologies with his clients.

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A DEI Roadmap for Trainers with Maria Morukian- IDIODC Ep #187

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-04-27

1 min read

Maria Morukian joins #IDIODC to discuss her new book Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Trainers: Fostering DEI in the Workplace. The need for DEI trainers to go at it alone has come to an end.

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Making Meaningful Learning Solutions with Clark Quinn- IDIODC Ep #186

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-04-20

1 min read

On this episode of #IDIODC, Clark Quinn joins us to talk about how we need to make our learning solutions meaningful to those experiencing them.

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The Rise of Web3 for L&D with Myra Roldan- IDIODC Ep #185

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-04-13

1 min read

On this episode of #IDIODC, Myra Roldan joins us to discuss Web3. In this conversation we'll talk about what Web3 is today...as far as we know, and how it works.

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Drink'n'Draw: Sketchnoting Diverse Characters for eLearning with Kevin Thorn- IDIODC Ep #184

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-04-06

1 min read

Kevin is the Chief NuggetHead of NuggetHead Studioz and our guest for the ongoing favorite Drink'n'Draw series. In this episode Kevin walks us through the process of designing and sketchnoting our own diverse characters for eLearning.

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The Journey to Corporate Training Success - Real World Case Study with Keith Stoneman- IDIODC Ep #183

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-03-30

1 min read

This week on #IDIODC Keith Stoneman joins us to discuss the successes and the failures of his journey to corporate training success.

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Create Effective Dramatic Videos to Increase Learning with Tom Hickmore- IDIODC Ep #182

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-03-23

1 min read

Tom Hickmore creates award-winning dramatic instructional videos and joins us on this episode of #IDIODC to talk about how he does it.

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Storytelling, Gamification, & Measuring Results for Success with Jeanne Bakker- IDIODC Ep #181

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-03-16

1 min read

Jeanne Bakker joins us on this episode of #IDIODC for a conversation on a broad range of topics related to designing instruction like storytelling, gamification, and measuring the success of your training programs. It’s a conversation that you won’t want to miss!

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Learning Platform Innovations: Where is the technology taking us? with Bryan Chapman- IDIODC Ep #180

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-03-09

1 min read

Bryan Chapman joins us on this episode of #IDIODC for an informal discussion as he shares his framework for learning platform market segmentation.

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How to Shift from Instruction to Performance Improvement with Guy Wallace- IDIODC Ep #179

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-03-02

1 min read

Guy Wallace is joining us on this episode of #IDIODC to share his knowledge of PIC and how you can level up your career from ID to Performance Analyst Consultant. Join us for this valuable conversation!

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Create Microlearning to Enhance Your Learning Solutions with Robyn Defelice- IDIODC Ep #178

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-02-23

1 min read

Dr. Robyn Defelice joins us on this episode of #IDIODC to talk about Microlearning as a concept or methodology in addition to the final microlearning products we all want to create. Join us for this engaging conversation!

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Instructional Video Production Processes that Increase Your Learning Content Output with Josh Cavalier- IDIODC Ep #177

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-02-16

1 min read

Josh Cavalier joins us on this episode of #IDIODC to talk about video production processes and other tips and tricks to help us all improve our video production skills.

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2022 HR Trends that Impact Instructional Designers with Janet Clarey- IDIODC Ep #176

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-02-10

1 min read

Janet Clarey joined us for a conversation that is sure to impact your focus as we start 2022. We chatted about HR Trends that have an impact on Instructional Designers and got some highlights from McClean & Company's 2022 HR Trends Report.

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The Business of Being an eLearning Consultant with Kevin Thorn- IDIODC Ep #175

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-02-03

1 min read

Most new small businesses fail. But don't let it scare you. Kevin has made all the mistakes for you. He joins to share his success stories and secrets with us on this episode.

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What Instructional Designers Need to Know about AI in Talent Development with Margie Meacham- IDIODC Ep #174

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-01-26

1 min read

We experience artificial intelligence (AI) in our daily lives through our fitness trackers, home digital assistant systems, and curated news services, to name a few examples. Join us for this engaging conversation with Margie Meacham where we'll discuss how you can make AI part of your Learning and Development solutions.

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Apps, Gadgets and Tech to Create, Collaborate and Elevate with Nick Floro- IDIODC Ep #173

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2022-01-19

1 min read

In this episode of IDIODC, Nick Floro joins us for a fast-paced show and tell conversation. We'll run through some apps that you may have heard about, or maybe we'll even surprise you with an app or two you haven't yet discovered.

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Building the LearnCoin Game with Myra Roldan- IDIODC Ep #172

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-12-08

1 min read

In this episode, Myra Roldan is joining us to talk about her recent game design experience. She created a game to teach about the basics of blockchain. And if you're asking yourself what the heck is blockchain, then this episode, and the game, are for you.

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30 Under 30: Meet the Future of L&D with LaTarshia Wooten and Kavindya Thennakoon- IDIODC Ep #171

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-11-24

1 min read

In this episode of IDIODC we we're pleased to have two very special guests: Kavindya Thennakoon and LaTarshia Wooten. They joined us to represent the 30 Under 30 class of 2021 from the Learning Leaders Conference. Listen in and meet the future of L&D!

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Learning How to Increase Learner Engagement with Karl Kapp- IDIODC Ep #170

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-11-17

1 min read

Karl Kapp joins us on this episode of IDIODC to share his wisdom about learner engagement. Many L&D professionals popular on social media are graduates of Karl's program. He's a legend.

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Systems Thinking in L&D will Improve Your Learning Solutions with Qian Feng- IDIODC Ep #169

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-11-03

1 min read

In this episode of IDIODC, Qian Feng joined us to discuss systems thinking and how it applies, or should apply more heavily, within our systems of instructional design.

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Drink'n'Draw: Storyboarding Skills and DevLearn Recap with Kevin Thorn- IDIODC Ep #168

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-10-27

1 min read

In this episode, Kevin Thorn joined us for our recurring IDIODC Drink'n'Draw show. This special edition of Drink'n' Draw occurred right after DevLearn which is the first in-person DevLearn since pre-COVID. Kevin talks about his day-long Storyboarding Workshop and will shares his experience and outcomes with us.

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Improving eLearning with Better Multiple Choice Questions with Patti Shank- IDIODC Ep #167

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-10-20

1 min read

Patti Shank is an expert at assessments and writing great multiple-choice questions. She joined us on this episode of IDIODC to help us all get a little bit better at writing these assessment types.

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Training Departments Support DE&I with Liza Wisner- IDIODC Ep #166

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-10-13

1 min read

Liza Wisner joined for a wide-ranging conversation including DE&I, Creating Upskilling & Reskilling plans, and more.

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How to Engage Management in Your Instructional Designs with Amy Kay Czechowicz- IDIODC Ep #165

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-10-06

1 min read

In this episode, Amy Kay shares her knowledge and experiences engaging managers in the process of training their staff. We'll the value created for the learner, the manager, and the business. Join us and bring your own examples to share in the chat so we can all help each other.

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Making Accessibility & Universal Design a Team Effort with Judy Tseng- IDIODC Ep #164

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-09-29

1 min read

On this episode, Judy Tseng talks with us about her teams approach to making accessibility a leading focus of development and how you can immediately get started improving accessibility of your projects.

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Instructional Designer to Chief Learning Officer with Frank Nyugen- IDIODC Ep #163

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-09-22

1 min read

In this episode Frank Nguyen join us for a special IDIODC Career Chat. We will discuss his "origin story", the projects he is most proud of and we'll get his feedback on what he thinks it takes for YOU to work your way up the corporate ladder to CLO.

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eLearning Escape Rooms Boost Engagement with Alexander Salas- IDIODC Ep #162

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-09-15

1 min read

Have you ever done an Escape Room? There are real world versions as well as virtual versions. They started as a fun group activity and now instructional designers are learning about eLearning engagement from Escape Rooms. Alexander Salas is back to guide us through his Escape Room design process.

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Chatbots for Learning with Slack and Teams: Vince Han- IDIODC Ep #161

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-09-08

1 min read

Chatbots give instructional designers and developers a powerful tool for creating "sticky" training programs to increase your learner engagement. Vince Han joins to share some common use cases like training reinforcement, simple employee coaching, new hire onboarding, LMS course registration, and performance support. Learn more about Instructional Designers In Offices Drinking Coffee on our website at IDIODC.com

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A Year of Transitions: Classrooms to Virtual, L&D to Management, Focus on DEI with Sravani Tammiraju- IDIODC Ep #160

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-09-01

1 min read

Sravani Tammiraju joins to share how she successfully transitioned a highly interactive 5-day face-to-face onboarding program and redesigned it as a 100% virtual online experience. She'll share the project constraints, challenges, and roadblocks, and explore the solutions her team put in place.

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Season FINALE Drink'n'Draw - Instructional Videos with Pizazz with Kevin Thorn- IDIODC Ep #159

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-07-28

1 min read

Kevin Thorn joins us for another Drink’n’Draw! In this episode we're looking at taking our drawing skills and adding them to instructional videos. There are a lot of methods for adding graphical elements to videos and we'll talk about a few techniques and concepts that can be very useful for instructional videos. Learn more about Instructional Designers In Offices Drinking Coffee on our website at IDIODC.com

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Gamified Onboarding with Measurable Results with Jeanne Bakker- IDIODC Ep #158

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-07-21

1 min read

In this episode we're talking with Jeanne Bakker, founder of Brain Bakery. We'll discuss how one of her client companies used gamification, storytelling, rewards, and manager commitment to redesign an onboarding program. We'll also make sure you leave with ideas about gamifying your own onboarding or other training programs as well as inspiration to measure your performance results.

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Event-based Training to Learning Journeys with Ann Rollins- IDIODC Ep #157

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-07-14

1 min read

In this episode we're talking with Ann Rollins about her experiences moving event-based training to learning journeys and how existing tech infrastructure can be used to create a better learner experience.

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How to Design Accessible Learning Content with Susi Miller- IDIODC Ep #156

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-07-07

1 min read

Susi Miller, author of Designing Accessible Learning Content joins us on this episode of IDIODC. We cover the wide ranging topic of accessibility and how ID's and eLearning developers can do more to improve access for all. We also talk about the basics of accessibility and how you can level up your career by being more sensitive to designing and developing more accessible learning solutions.

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Digital Design for Instructional Designers with Mark Lassoff- IDIODC Ep #155

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-06-30

1 min read

Mark Lassoff will be joining us to discuss some of the things you'll need to learn in order to effectively supplement your ID knowledge with some digital design skills.

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Customer Experience: Another Option for Instructional Designers with Melissa Milloway- IDIODC Ep #154

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-06-23

1 min read

On this episode of IDIODC, Melissa Milloway joins to talk about the similarities between internal ID work and CX work.

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Better Instructional Design Using Periodic Table of eLearning with Brian Washburn- IDIODC Ep #153

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-06-16

1 min read

On this episode of IDIODC, Brian Washburn joins to show us a simple yet elegant periodic table of learning elements that will help level up your Instructional Design.

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TikTok as Corporate Training Support Platform with Mike Tholfsen- IDIODC Ep #152

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-06-09

1 min read

Mike Tholfsen join us on this episode of IDIODC to show and tell us how he successfully uses the popular app TikTok for microlearning tutorials.

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Drink'n'Draw with Kevin Thorn- IDIODC Ep #151

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-06-02

1 min read

Kevin Thorn joins us for another informative, practical, IDIODC Drink'n'Draw to help us level up our creative confidence.

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The Role of the Online Learning Producer with Kassy LaBorie- IDIODC Ep #150

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-05-26

1 min read

Kassy LaBorie joins IDIODC to share how to level up your corporate online training sessions so that you can guarantee better learning results and reduce the dreaded zoom fatigue.

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Wow! I didn't Know xAPI Could DO that! with Duncan Welder- IDIODC Ep #149

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-05-19

1 min read

In this episode of IDIODC, Duncan Welder joins to talk about xAPI. He has been building xAPI solutions for a very long time and joins us to share a few examples of "xAPI in the wild".

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Learning Game Design Show & Tell with Kevin Thorn, Deb Thomas, and Karl Kapp- IDIODC Ep #148

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-05-12

1 min read

The hosts of Stepaway.design return to talk about the game design process as well as share the games designed by attendees of their recent virtual game design event.

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Successful Strategies for Teleworking Post-pandemic with Tom Spiglanin- IDIODC Ep #147

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-05-05

1 min read

In this episode of IDIODC, Tom Spiglanin, author of "Everyone's Guide to Teleworking", joins us to help us talk through the future ahead. Come join us and bring your stories of success and/or failure from the past 12 months.

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How to Create Engaging eLearning Through Visual Design with Tim Slade- IDIODC Ep #146

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-04-28

1 min read

In this episode you'll learn how to use visual communications to create engaging learning experiences. You'll explore how to use visual communication techniques to visualize your learning content and help your learners see what you're saying. Best of all, this episode will focus on tips anyone can use, regardless of their current art or graphic design skills.

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How Artificial Intelligence Changes the Learning Game with Donald Clark- IDIODC Ep #145

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-04-21

1 min read

In this episode we discuss a wide-range of topics including Artificial intelligence with world wide learning leader, Donald Clark.

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How to Create Better Microlearning Videos with LaTarshia Wooten- IDIODC Ep #144

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-04-14

1 min read

In this episode, we were joined by special guest LaTarshia Wooten. We discussed why microlearning is a trend and what value it adds to your business. We also discuss different methods for creating microlearning videos and the pros and cons of each.

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Drink'n'Draw - Creating eLearning Scenario Characters from 3D Apps with Kevin Thorn- IDIODC Ep #143

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-04-07

1 min read

Kevin Thorn joins us for another Drink’n’Draw! In this episode we're going to move into the digital world with something a little more challenging, and yet perfectly achievable.

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Evidence-Based Design That Leads to Learning Transfer with Fergal Connolly- IDIODC Ep #142

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-03-31

1 min read

In this episode, with special guest Fergal Connelly, we will discuss some evidence-based approaches to designing learning that elicit learning transfer. Learn more about Instructional Designers In Offices Drinking Coffee on our website at IDIODC.com

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Visual Design Principles in eLearning When You're Not a Graphic Designer with Rachel Dillon– IDIODC Ep #141

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-03-24

2 min read

Rachel Dillion joins us on this episode and will help us investigate slides, microlearning videos, and other common L&D project forms to determine what is and what is not working visually. This episode is about building a design vocabulary and our confidence to support our own design decisions.

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What Happens When They Ask for Training and You Deliver a Manual with Jeni Johnson– IDIODC Ep #140

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-03-17

1 min read

In this episode we are excited to talk with an instructional designer who recently successfully navigated this common request: "Can you build us a training course?". There is a lot more to this story as well, from project management, to tool selection, to reviewing content, and gaining customer buy-in.

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Creating Learner Personas for Better eLearning Experiences with Bianca Baumann– IDIODC Ep #139

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-03-10

1 min read

In this episode, our guest Bianca Baumann returns for her third appearance. She'll help us explore user persona examples to see how personas can be applied to your learning solutions. You’ll learn how to ensure your design actually aligns with learner personas and the biggest dos and don’ts when creating them.

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A Beginners Journey into xAPI and eLearning Games with Jeffery Riley– IDIODC Ep #138

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-03-03

2 min read

Jumping into xAPI for the first time can seem daunting. Almost as daunting as learning to become an eLearning game designer. As luck would have it, we've found an eLearning game designer who recently took the plunge into the wonderful world of xAPI and used his knowledge of game design and blend the two as a learning opportunity.

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Incorporating Storytelling into Your eLearning with Hadiya Nuriddin– IDIODC Ep #137

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-02-24

1 min read

Storytelling is one way to facilitate connections for learners. But how do you find stories and how do you use them to support learning? And how do you use them in your eLearning? StoryTraining is a concept created by our guest in this episode. Hadiya Nuriddin explores how to unearth useful stories and deliver them to help learners understand new content, ideas, and behaviors. Storytelling has been an increasingly popular topic over the years and we're excited to bring this conversation to th...

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Questions to Ask BEFORE Talking about Training with Jeff Kortenbosch– IDIODC Ep #136

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-02-24

1 min read

In this episode of IDIODC, Jeff Kortenbosch walks us through the 20 questions you should ask before talking about training and will share his insights into why they work and how important it is to use these questions to gain clarity.

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Using email as course delivery tool with Sarah Mercier– IDIODC Ep #135

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-02-10

1 min read

In this episode of IDIODC, Sarah Mercier joins us to discuss a budget-friendly trend used in digital marketing that can be easily applied to workplace learning: email for continual learning and support. We'll explore how email can be used effectively for spaced learning and performance support. Learn pro tips for designing in this format, and see a variety of real-use cases. As we explore the possibilities of email as a learning experience platform, you'll learn practical ways to implement th...

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First Principles of Instruction for Creating Better eLearning with Dr. David Merrill– IDIODC Ep #134

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-02-03

1 min read

In this episode of IDIODC we are joined by one of the most prominent names in our field: Dr. M. David Merrill. Everyone has read at least one of his books and has had their instructional design practice shaped by him in one way or another.

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Accelerating the Skills Transformation for the Future of Work with Sonia Malik– IDIODC Ep #133

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-01-27

1 min read

As global markets tighten and unemployment rates rise rapidly, new skills requirements emerge while other skills are becoming obsolete. The half-life of skills continues to shrink, while the time it takes to close a skills gap has ballooned.

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Categorizing the L&D Industry Using Ontologies with Adam Weisblatt – IDIODC Ep #132

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-01-27

1 min read

The world of work has changed. Our industry has been changing for many years, but 2020 has placed the spotlight directly on corporate training. Not only did the entire planet move their lives online, but businesses are now being required to report data on Human Capital Management efforts. It's the perfect time for us to talk about the reality of our expanding role within organizations we serve.

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Practical Application of Learning Analytics & Data with Sam Rogers – IDIODC Ep #131

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-01-27

1 min read

Sam Rogers joins us to discuss the realities of working with data and analytics within a large enterprise. We'll find out how Sam got the analytics ball rolling and some of the hurdles he had to jump to keep it going. You don't want to miss this timely and relevant conversation as we launch into the new year.

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Holiday Drink n' Draw with Kevin Thorn - IDIODC Ep #130

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2020-12-16

1 min read

This episode will focus on creating your own characters and scenes for your eLearning. Since it's the holiday season we'll be keeping the show festive with a holiday theme, but rest assured these tips will be immediately applicable to your eLearning development.

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How Artificial Intelligence Impacts Talent Development with Margie Meacham - IDIODC Ep #129

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2020-12-09

1 min read

Join us for a conversation with Margie Meacham as we discuss what Artificial Intelligence is and how our organizations can prepare for it. We'll also discuss what this means for your career, so be sure to tune in!

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How Teachers Become Great Trainers with Lisa Spinelli - IDIODC Ep #128

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-01-27

1 min read

There's always been a steady flow of educators moving from teaching in schools to creating instruction and teaching within industry. But with thousands of educators leaving their beloved education careers behind, they're rapidly transitioning into the enterprise faster than ever.

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How to Step Up Your Leadership Development in a Pandemic with Kati Ryan - IDIODC Ep #127

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-01-27

1 min read

Kati Ryan is an L&D consultant in San Francisco who is stepping up her practice and supporting her clients with improved leadership development. The pandemic has caused many consultants to pivot their business. Join us for a conversation that is sure to level up your training department and your career.

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The Tall Value of Short Sims with Clark Aldrich – IDIODC Ep #126

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-01-27

1 min read

Clark Aldrich is a legend in corporate training simulations and games for learning. And one of the few experts who can seamlessly move between corporate training issues, academia, and government concerns related to education and learning. And as far as I know, one of the only training professionals to be quoted by a former US President. Needless to say, we had a LOT to talk about in this special episode of IDIODC, but we primarily discussed Clark’s latest work in "short sims" and the value th...

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Build Better Virtual Classroom Training with Kassy LaBorie - IDIODC Ep #125

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-01-27

1 min read

Virtual training courses have been in huge demand since the global pandemic shutdown. A boom for consultants like Kassy LaBorie who happen to be Master Virtual Classroom Trainers. Kassy join us to share her latest books, her favorite virtual training tips & tricks, and report from the front lines of the new normal in workforce training: The Zoom Training Session.

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Confessions of a Corporate Trainer with Jonathan Halls - IDIODC Ep #124

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-01-27

2 min read

If you're new to the industry or an experienced pro, you'll enjoy this open and honest conversation about why we make the decisions we do in often misunderstood environment of the corporate training professional.

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How to Reframe Training Problems to Create Impact with Zsolt Oláh - IDIODC Ep #123

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-01-27

1 min read

This week our guest Zsolt Oláh presents his framework for creating training impact within your organization.

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Can Creativity Be Taught and Used to Solve Problems? with Kapp - Thorn - Thomas - IDIODC Ep #122

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-01-27

1 min read

The answer is YES! You can teach creativity and use that ability to solve real business problems... and training problems too.

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Building Learning Experience Design Pros by Supporting DESIGNxHUMANITY with Nyla Spooner - IDIODC Ep #121

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-01-27

1 min read

DxH is a design collective and apprenticeship program pairing experienced creatives with fresh faces to collaborate on real-world projects advocating for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC). They work on all topics regarding equity, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism. Their mission is to up-skill Black Americans and allies committed to the pursuit of learning-by-doing into LX, design, and technical roles through our immersive design boot camp. To provide various creative service...

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How a Learning Engineer Scales Up Learning Technologies with Jodi Lis - IDIODC Ep #120

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-01-27

1 min read

The term Learning Engineer is still new for many in the world of Learning and Development. In this episode of IDIODC we look at how one Learning Engineer scaled up a learning solution in Zambia. The struggles her team encountered were similar to what you find in other countries and organizations. Our guest, Jodi Lis, shares her experience with the large scale project in Africa and also tell us about the work being done to standardize the new title: Learning Engineer.

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Performance-based Instructional Analysis with Guy Wallace - IDIODC Ep #119

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-01-27

1 min read

Guy Wallace is our guest this week. He's an experienced L&D professional sharing his successful process in "Conducting performance-based Instructional Analysis".

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Back to Basics: Working Backwards From Business Needs With Myra Roldan - IDIODC Ep #118

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-01-27

1 min read

Everyone now and then, no matter how experienced you are at your craft, should take some time to reflect back on the basics. In this episode, we'll be talking with Myra Roldan about a practical "Back to Basics" approach to Learning & Development.

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Wired to Grow Connect and Resist with Britt Andreatta, PhD - IDIODC Ep #117

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-01-27

1 min read

The neuroscience of learning is always a hot topic. But in this episode we're going to cover more than just learning. The COVID19 pandemic has created challenges few could imagine. Under normal circumstances change is hard for individuals, organizations, and cultures. But in 2020, we're struggling to adapt, collaborate, and learn, while the unstable world continues to spin around us.

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Improve Learning Outcomes using Laughter with Christee Atwood - IDIODC Ep #116

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2021-01-27

1 min read

The emotional state of your learners has a big impact on your success as an instructor. How you make them feel may not seem important but it is. And I'm pretty sure there is neuroscience research to support that claim. Even if there isn't, who doesn't like to laugh and have fun while they're learning?

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Stop Motion Animation Using Mobile Devices for eLearning with Kevin Thorn, CNH - IDIODC Ep 114

Jessica-Lynn Russell

2020-07-29

1 min read

Searching for new ways to create engaging media elements in training projects is an ongoing challenge for most designers. Animation beyond the standard effects require deeper thought in design and often involves additional skills in a variety of tools. And the barriers to learning new animation software results in not pursuing a more engaging approach. With smartphone cameras, available apps and software, we can dramatically reduce those barriers and get started with designing creative stop-m...

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Building a Training Plan that Delivers Results With Mike Kunkle - IDIODC Ep 113

Sierra Sykora

2020-07-22

1 min read

This week on IDIODC new special guest Mike Kunkle joins show hosts Chris Van Wingerden and Brent Schlenker for a session on building a training plan that delivers results.

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What’s the P in PLN? With Tricia Ransom - IDIODC Ep 112

Sierra Sykora

2020-07-08

1 min read

This week on IDIODC, new special guest and L&D professional Tricia Ransom joins us to talk about PLN. What is a PLN? How can you understand the importance of PLN, and how to build your own!

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Becoming a Learning Experience Designer With Nyla Spooner - IDIODC Ep 111

Sierra Sykora

2020-07-02

1 min read

Special guest Nyla Spooner joins us on an episode of IDIODC for a conversation on her career path to becoming a Learning Experience Designer.

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Tech Tools & Toys to Upgrade Your eLearning Design & Development With Nick Floro - IDIODC Ep 110

Sierra Sykora

2020-06-24

1 min read

Building your own eLearning tool kit is part of being a successful eLearning practitioner in today's work environment, and even more so in a post-COVID workplace.

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Drink'n'Draw With Kevin Thorn - IDIODC Ep 109

Sierra Sykora

2020-06-17

1 min read

For more successful outcomes in our eLearning, we should all be starting with paper and pen. And if you’re one of those people that thinks “…but I can’t draw”, then this IDIODC session is perfect for you. On this week's episode of IDIODC, special guest Kevin Thorn joins show hosts Brent Schlenker and Chris Van Wingerden for his fourth Drink'n'Draw session.

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The Intersectional of Racial Justice and L&D Led by Jessica Jackson, Myra Roldan and Nyla Spooner - IDIODC Ep 108

Sierra Sykora

2020-06-10

1 min read

It's time to talk about this topic. This session is led by three L&D professionals, Jessica Jackson, Myra Roldan and Nyla Spooner for a discussion on racial justice.

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Corporate Podcasting - IDIODC Ep 107

Sierra Sykora

2020-06-03

1 min read

On this episode of Instructional Designers In Offices Drinking Coffee, special guest and master of podcasting Evo Terra. The three talk about corporate podcasting and how you can introduce it into your L&D.

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Learner Experience Design: A New Perspective on Design Thinking for Instructional Designers With Sharon Boller - IDIODC Ep 106

Sierra Sykora

2020-05-27

1 min read

The author Sharon Boller joins us for a conversation on learner experience design and shares some practical case studies that have successfully implemented an LX strategy.

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Virtual Training Tips and Tricks With Karen Hyder - IDIODC Ep 105

Sierra Sykora

2020-05-20

1 min read

Now that you've been forced to train online for 2 months, you're probably wondering how to up your vILT (or virtual instructor led training) game.

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The Cost of eLearning Development based on Learner Seat Time What the Research Says With Christy Tucker - IDIODC Ep 104

Sierra Sykora

2020-05-13

1 min read

With many organizations finally taking online learning seriously, we're hearing this question a lot: "How Long Will it Take to create this eLearning". And sometimes it's asked this way, "How much does it cost based on how much time is required by the employee".

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Once Upon a Time Storytelling met Instructional Design With Rance Greene - IDIODC Ep 103

Sierra Sykora

2020-05-06

1 min read

Storytelling and Instructional Design are a match made in heaven when it comes to learner engagement. But there are researched and backed reasons why this pair works so well together.

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The Structural State of the L&D Field With Will Thalheimer, PhD - IDIODC Ep 102

Sierra Sykora

2020-04-30

1 min read

This week on IDIODC, Brent and Chris speak with special guest Dr. Will Thalheimer for a session to discuss the current state of L&D during the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Pivoting Your Presentations & Training Events Online With Brian Fanzo - IDIODC Ep 101

Sierra Sykora

2020-04-22

1 min read

Brian Fanzo joins Brent and Chris for a session all about making the career switch to working online. With so many folks mandated to work from home, now is the time to get aqaunited to a new era of our careers.

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Will the Real ADDIE Please Standup! With Alexander Salas, CPLP - IDIODC Ep 100

Sierra Sykora

2020-04-15

1 min read

Welcome to our special 100th episode! Hard to believe we've been at this for 100 episodes now. Thank you for joining us and being a part of our community. This week's guest is Alexander Salas. He is an outspoken instructional designer, eLearning developer, and podcaster.

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Drink'n'Draw: Visual Thinking for Instructional Designers with Kevin Thorn, CNH - IDIODC Ep 99

Sierra Sykora

2020-04-08

1 min read

This session contains content created for visual intake and is best fitted for such. For this session of IDIDOC, show hosts bring on Kevin Thorn for his third session of Drink'n'Draw! In this month's segment we will help instructional designers improve their craft by SEEING their projects differently.

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Why Design Thinking Isn't a Thing and Instructional Designers Don't Need It With Debbie Levitt - IDIODC Ep 98

Sierra Sykora

2020-04-01

1 min read

Design thinking is one of the many popular buzzwords of the year, but have you ever taken a different approach to looking at the trendy method?

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Dump Your Training Strategy for a Learning Ecosystem Strategy With Derek Redmond - IDIODC Ep 97

Sierra Sykora

2020-03-25

1 min read

Derek Redmond joins show hosts Brent Schlenker and Chris Van Wingerden for a session on moving towards a learning ecosystem to better enable your learners.

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Icebreakers: How to Sneak Engagement Into Your Learners With Amy Shilliday - IDIODC Ep 96

Sierra Sykora

2020-03-18

1 min read

In this weekly cast, Amy Shilliday joins Brent and Chris for an episode all on icebreakers! Whether you're conducting an in-person training session or online, these challenges are for everyone.

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5 Questions to Ask Before Replacing ADDIE with Design Thinking with Connie Malamed - IDIODC Ep 95

Sierra Sykora

2020-03-11

1 min read

Need to better tap into the mind of your learners? It might be time to expand your strategy from ADDIE and test out a new way of creating better learning experiences. Design Thinking might be your answer. But before making the switch, you'll want to ask yourself 5 very important questions...

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5 Formats of Mircolearning With Carla Torgerson - IDIODC Ep 94

Sierra Sykora

2020-03-04

1 min read

Lots of people think about using video when using microlearning, but going micro is much more than that. Check out this awesome session with presentation from special guest Carla Torgerson on mircolearning!

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Strategies for Driving Successful Onboarding With Mark Sheppard - IDIODC Ep 93

Sierra Sykora

2020-02-26

1 min read

Returning special guest, Mark Sheppard, chats with show hosts Brent and Chris for a conversation on something we've not yet disscussed - organizational onboarding!

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The Rise of Informal Video-Based Learning With Chris Karel - IDIODC Ep 92

Sierra Sykora

2020-02-19

1 min read

Video-based learning is on the rise... and has been since the launch of YouTube in 2005. Mobile devices, apps, and social media, are some of the drivers behind this trend. It's a tech trend in businesses with cautiously curious executives wondering how to use it as a competitive advantage.

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Helping Instructional Designers Embrace New Learning Strategies With Becky Willis - IDIODC Ep 91

Sierra Sykora

2020-02-12

1 min read

Transitioning from well-known and older practices into new is never easy. Especially when it involves modern technology with nearly guaranteed huge learning curves. In this episode of IDIODC, Becky Willis, an experienced learning strategist, joins Brent and Chris for an episode to discuss new L&D strategies - how they affect the instructional designer and how you can embrace them yourself!

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Learning Experience Design is the New Instructional Design With Jeff Tillett - IDIODC Ep 90

Sierra Sykora

2020-02-05

1 min read

You've probably heard about Learning Experience Platforms, but have you ever thought about being a Learning Experience Designer?

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On the Journey to Success as an Instructional Designer With John Hinchliffe - IDIODC Ep 89

Sierra Sykora

2020-01-29

1 min read

Are you wondering what's next for your career as an instructional designer? This week on IDIODC we're talking with John Hinchliffe who's career spans all of these shifts and more.

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Improving Learning Engagement Through Community Participation With Shannon Tipton - IDIODC Ep 88

Sierra Sykora

2020-01-23

1 min read

With so many courses being created on a regular basis, and so few of them showing much level of improvement, how do we make a better learning mouse trap? Communities!

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Drink'n'Draw - Creating Icons for Learning Projects With Kevin Thorn - IDIODC Ep 87

Sierra Sykora

2020-01-15

1 min read

Welcome to our second IDIODC episode of 2020! For this session, Brent and Chris are joined again by the ever so talented Kevin Thorn for an extra interactive session on creating icons for learning projects. Grab your thinking cap, a cup of coffee or tea (or whatever your drink of choice may be), and get ready for an insightful session with Kevin, Brent and Chris!

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New Decade, New Tech, New Thinking, New Years Resolutions for ID's With Will Thalheimer, PhD - IDIODC Ep 86

Sierra Sykora

2020-01-09

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Yes, you guessed it. This is an episode on new year's resolutions, but it's also an episode to start off 2020 with a head start specifically for the Instructional Designer/ Learning Professional.

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'Tis the Season to be EOY Reporting, Falala-lala With Sam Rogers - IDIODC Ep 85

Sierra Sykora

2019-12-18

1 min read

For this episode of IDIODC, we welcome back on the amazing Sam Rogers for his second episode of IDIODC! In this session, Brent, Chris and Sam talk end of year reporting.

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Tracking Mobile Content & Interactions: SCORM & xAPI - Pick one, the other or both? With Robert Gadd - IDIODC Ep 84

Sierra Sykora

2019-12-11

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This week on IDIODC Robert Gadd joins Chris and Brent for a session all about mobile learning and its future improvement using SCORM and xAPI.

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Training Innovations in a Heavily Controlled Industry With James Gilchrist - IDIPDC Ep 83

Sierra Sykora

2019-12-04

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If you work in any of the highly regulated and controlled industries as a trainer or instructional designer, you may have found it to be lacking in creativity and innovation. Finding that spark of creativity can be hard espically when past ideas have been turned down.

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Better Faster ILT Design for Everyone With Brian Washburn - IDIPDC Ep 82

Sierra Sykora

2019-11-27

1 min read

You want to get into designing better instructor-led training events, yes? You have the drive and the need, but you're just missing one key ingredient to making it happen; the time...

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Instructional Designers in Offices Speaking to the Lizard Brain with Mike Taylor - IDIODC Ep 81

Sierra Sykora

2019-11-20

1 min read

You know that particular and quick mannered way you react when suddenly startled? You might move back, scream or freeze up. Well, that basic and instinctual response (manifested within the "Lizard Brain") is also responsible for a lot of other things you wouldn't think of. In fact, our Lizard Brain plays a great part in determining what you do and how you live on a day-to-day basis, and is a lot more powerful than we give credit to.

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Drink'n'Draw - Hands on Practice Sketching Instructional Designs With Kevin Thorn - IDIODC Ep 80

Sierra Sykora

2019-11-14

1 min read

Some of the greatest ideas, inventions, and innovations started as sketches. And the biggest mistake we often make is jumping into our software to start developing. But for more successful outcomes, we should all be starting with paper and pen. And if you’re one of those people that thinks “…but I can’t draw”, then this IDIODC is perfect for you.

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Learning xAPI One Piece at a Time With Andrew McGuire - IDIODC Ep 79

Sierra Sykora

2019-11-06

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Are you looking to venture into the xAPI, but don’t know where to start? Are you all thumbs when it comes to code? It may seem simple, but for Andrew McGuire a journey with xAPI started by building the most basic of elements.

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Design Thinking - A Cultural Trojan Horse With David E. Elliott, Charlaine Lapointe and Christian Sabourin - IDIODC Ep 78

Sierra Sykora

2019-10-31

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When creating powerful learning content, an organization and its practitioners need to do more than follow a simple series of steps. There are a collection of cultural values and practices that must be addressed in order to deliver learning that reaches its full potential, and be a rich and enjoyable experience for the audience!

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A Micro Session on Microlearning: Live from the IDIODC Meetup & Hangout at DevLearn - IDIODC Ep 77

Sierra Sykora

2019-10-23

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For this episode of IDIODC, show hosts Brent and Chris bring together the next IDIODC Meetup & Hangout live and in-person at DevLearn 2019.

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5 Lessons Instructional Designers Can Learn from a Beginner with Mike Simmons - IDIODC Ep 76

Sierra Sykora

2019-10-16

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Do you remember your first instructional design project? Not the one you did in school, but the first REAL course you created for a client or first full time job? No doubt it included a decent amount of stress and anxiety. Those are feelings you’d likely rather forget, but the lessons you learned probably shaped the way you work even to this day.

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Improve Your L&D Workflow by working in the Cloud With Mark Sheppard - IDIODC Ep 75

Sierra Sykora

2019-10-09

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The workflow of the L&D professional has changed significantly over the years. Our design processes may not have changed much, but the tools we use have. One of the most obvious improvements has come from the internet economy giving us Software-as-a-Service or SaaS product.

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Are you ready for the rise of hybrid instructional designer roles? With Myra Roldan - IDIODC Ep 74

Sierra Sykora

2019-10-02

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In this episode of IDIODC Brent and Chris talk with Myra Roldan who has been researching the changes in the job market to identify the new knowledge, skills, and abilities that are and will be required for various roles across a number of industries (including a number of training roles) in order to develop competency-based education programs.

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The Intersection of Design Thinking and Instructional Design With Kristen Hayden Safdie - IDIODC Ep 73

Sierra Sykora

2019-09-25

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Kristen Hayden Safdie joins this week's episode of IDIODC with Brent and Chris to disscuss the intersection of design thinking and instructional design. Kristen goes over in large part the idea of empathy mapping - but, how do these empathy maps help training departments and businesses? Check it out in the session here!

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Applying Research Driven Tactics for Deeper Learning Experiences With Patti Shank - IDIODC Ep 72

Sierra Sykora

2019-09-19

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For this episode of Instructional Designers In Offices Drinking Coffee, hosts Brent Schlenker and Chris Van Wingerden bring on special guest Patti Shank, PhD. Patti, the master of research around learning, chats with the team about using analysis of the way people learn to improve learning for the future.

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It's Easy Being Green - Lessons From Green Screen Experiments With Jac Hutchinson - IDIODC Ep 71

Sierra Sykora

2019-09-11

1 min read

This session is all about uncovering one of video's most finicky tools: green screen. Check out this IDIODC session with special returning guest and community member, Jac Hutchinson as she guides us on her own personal learning experience while using the techy tool specifically for her eLearning projects.

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Trends in Data Analytics for Instructional Designers With Anna Leach - IDIODC Ep 70

Sierra Sykora

2019-09-04

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Welcome back friends to the first episode of IDIODC back from summer vacation! For this first episode of IDIODC Season 3, we Chris and Brent spoke with the ever so intelligent, Anna Leach on data analytics for the ID.

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How to Plan Your Career as a Corporate Training Professional: With Special Guest Mel Milloway - IDIODC Ep 69

Sierra Sykora

2019-07-31

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Brent and Chris get the chance to speak with Mel Milloway, one of our favourite community geeks! She fills us in on some of her experiences while growing her career as well as some tips for your own corporate training career path!

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Building Cohort Experiences as a Learning and Development Solution: With Special Guest Megan Torrance - IDIODC Ep 68

Sierra Sykora

2019-07-24

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The Beatles said it best. We get by with a little help from our friends... Or something like that anyways. And it’s true. We learn more and become more productive when we’re with other people, especially our friends and trusted colleagues.Check out the session with special returning guest, Megan Torrance. We always love a good talk with the energtic and knowledgeable Megan!

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7 Powerpoint Design Tips to Improve Your Training: With Special Guest Alan Natachu - IDIODC Ep 67

Sierra Sykora

2019-07-17

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Alan Natachu joins us for a conversation on everyone’s favourite topic… Powerpoint! It is the most common tool used by training professionals. Everyone knows how to use powerpoint, right? Check out 7 helpful tips and tricks to get a better handle on creating Powerpoints fit for training!

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Why Most Learning Fails & How to Fix It: With Special Guest Tim Slade - IDIODC Ep 66

Sierra Sykora

2019-07-10

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In this IDIODC session, Brent and Chris bring on the one and only Tim Slade to talk about revamping ineffective eLearning!

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Game Thinking is a Litmus Test for Good Design: With Special Guest Deborah Thomas - IDIODC Ep 65

Sierra Sykora

2019-07-03

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Check out this IDIODC session with special guest Deborah Thomas to get the scoop on why you should apply game thinking to your learning content.

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Instructional Design for a Global Audience: With Special Guest Amy Shilliday - IDIODC Ep 64

Sierra Sykora

2019-06-26

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In this epsiode of IDIODC, the gang will touch on some key elements to consider nowadays, share what can possibly go wrong when you don’t, and spark your creativity for designing activities for a global audience.

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Playing With Innovation, Creativity & Learning: With Karl Kapp, Deborah Thomas and Kevin Thorn- IDIODC Ep 63

Sierra Sykora

2019-06-26

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IDIODC brings on, for the first time ever, three special guests to talk about making learning more fun and engaging through innovative games and creativity. We go live, with five: Brent Schlenker, Chris Van Wingerden, Karl Kapp, Kevin Thorn and Deborah Thomas.

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Going Micro: 6 Questions for Assessing Your Content With Special Guest Carla Torgerson - IDIODC Ep 62

Sierra Sykora

2019-06-12

1 min read

Mircolearning, good for the organization and the learner! During this episode of IDIODC, we’ll bring on special guest Carla Torgerson to discuss 6 questions you need to ask about your content to identify where using microlearning will work best.

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Designing & Developing Accessible, Inclusive eLearning Content: With Special Guest Brian Dusablon - IDIODC Ep 61

Sierra Sykora

2019-06-05

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During this episode of IDIODC, Chris and Brent bring on special guest Brian Dusablon to share the many lessons he's learned while working to create inclusive and accessible learning experiences for ALL learners.

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Why CLOs are Reorienting L&D for the Digital Age: With Special Guest Brandon Carson - IDIODC Ep 60

Sierra Sykora

2019-05-29

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Learn how and why the corporate learning organization needs to reorient itself to the digital age. Brent and Chris talk with Brandon Carson for this epsiode of IDIODC.

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Meet the Authors at ATD: Live from the IDIODC Meetup & Hangout - IDIODC Ep 59

Sierra Sykora

2019-05-22

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Brent and Chris host the first ever live and in-person IDIODC Meetup and Hangout at the 2019 ATD International Conference and Expo in Washington, DC!

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How to Create a Winning eLearning Portfolio: With Special Guest Ashley Chiasson - IDIODC Ep 58

Sierra Sykora

2019-05-15

1 min read

During this epsiode of the weekly live cast, Instructional Designers In Offices Drinking Coffee, Chris and brent bring on special guest Ashley Chiasson to chat about creating an award winning eLearning portfolio.

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Powerful Brain Based Learning Strategies: With Special Guest Margie Meacham - IDIODC Ep 57

Sierra Sykora

2019-05-08

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Brent and Chris talk with Margie Meacham aka “The Brain Lady”. Margie is one of the foremost experts in educational neuroscience and artificial intelligence applied into eLearning strategies.

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How to Build & Manage a Team of Instructional Designers: With Special Guest Lisa Goldstein - IDIODC Ep 56

Sierra Sykora

2019-05-01

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Over the course of this IDIODC episode, Brent and Chris talk with Lisa Goldstein to go over valuable notes of what it means to be a successful manager on a team of IDs.

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Designing for Augmented Reality - A Better ADDIE Model: With Guest Debbie Richards - IDIODC Ep 55

Sierra Sykora

2019-04-24

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This week for IDIODC, Brent and Chris bring on special guest Debbie Richards to chat all about the new design model for augmented reality solutions: ADDEDD. Analyze, Determine, Design, Experience, Develop, and Deploy.

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Workflow Learning - Why Your Business Needs It: With Special Guest Shannon Tipton - IDIODC Ep 54

Sierra Sykora

2019-04-17

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While Chris is away, Brent goes solo on IDIODC and brings back returning guest Shannon Tipton for her second appearance on the show! Talking about workflow learning and how it works., she'll go over some of her tips and tricks and examples of success stories using workflow learning.

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Re-envisioning Training Strategies Through a Learner-Centric Lens: With Special Guest Bianca Baumann - IDIODC Ep 53

Sierra Sykora

2019-04-10

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Brent and Chris bring back on Bianca Baumann to chat about learner-centric styles of training.

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More Voice Recording Tips for eLearning Developers from a Professional VO Artist: With Special Guest John Kissinger- IDIODC Ep 52

Sierra Sykora

2019-04-03

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For this session of IDIODC, Brent and Chris bring back special guest John Kissinger for his second epsiode of IDIODC. John is a professional voice over actor who knows what he's talking about, pun intended.

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Using xAPI to Support and Track Spaced Repetition: With Special Guest Duncan Welder - IDIODC Ep 51

Sierra Sykora

2019-03-27

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Get info from the pro, Duncan Welder, about how xAPI can support and track spaced repetition.

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Spring Cleaning Your eLearning Closet with Successful Review Cycles: With Special Guest Jac Hutchinson - IDIODC Ep 50

Sierra Sykora

2019-03-27

1 min read

Brent and Chris chat with special guest Jacqueline Hutchinson about review cycles: What are they? Why are they important? And how to include them successfully into your project planning.

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Getting Started with Instructional Comics in eLearning: Part 2 With Special Guest Kevin Thorn - IDIODC Ep 49

Sierra Sykora

2019-03-14

1 min read

This week on IDIODC, Brent and Chris bring back on another special returning guest from a past episode. We wanted to revisit the great conversation from last episode on instructional comics, so we decided to bring back the awesome Kevin Thorn!

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Effective Instructional Media Development as a Department of One: With Emily Wood - IDIODC Ep 48

Sierra Sykora

Sierra Sykora

Sierra Sykora

2018-11-13

During this episode, Brent and Chris were lucky enough to bring on special guest Jo Cook to discuss webinars and virtual classrooms. Each with their own unique pros and cons, Jo and the gang will discuss the differences and what angle is best to take for learning in different situations.

Jo Cook is a speaker, instructional designer and classroom facilitator who specializes in virtual classrooms, webinars and live online learning technology. Jo’s passion is in helping and supporting teams, p...

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Accelerate Your xAPI Skills with Cohort Learning: with Special Guest Megan Torrance - IDIODC Ep#25

Chris Van Wingerden

2018-05-25

Sam Rogers joined us for this episode of IDIODC - and it was fabulous! Sam walked us through the critical aspects of pre- and post-production for video. As Brent says, the time you spend recording video is like the filling in a sandwich - you think of it as the main thing, but it's probably not a good sandwich without these other two very important layers. You can follow Sam on Twitter for more great video-related ideas, his handle is @snapsynapse

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Best Mobile Video Apps to Amplify Your eLearning | IDs in Offices Drinking Coffee - Ep#14

Brent Schlenker

Sierra Sykora

2018-11-13

During this episode Brent and Chris go over the what-not-do in eLearning so you can increase learner engagement. The two chat about using innovative learning ideas and avoiding boring content with interactivity, good design and more!

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Why is Responsive Design so Different? - IDIODC Ep#1

Chris Van Wingerden

2018-09-20

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#IDIODC - Instructional Designers in Offices Drinking Coffee | eLearning Videocast & Podcast

Chris Van Wingerden

2018-09-20

Here's the home page for our Instructional Designers in Offices Drinking Coffee (or #IDIODC as we also call it) video/pod cast.

It's a weekly session from the dominKnow team covering all kinds of instructional design and learning and development topics. It isn't dominKnow authoring focussed, although lots of what gets discussed is very applicable to working in our tools.

Join us live at 9 eastern on Wednesdays on Crowdcast.io or listen or watch it whenever you want on all the usual podcast ...

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