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Instructional Design

Mythbusting Instructional Design

Yo, I’ll tell you what I want, what I really really want, So tell me what you want, what you really really want I’ll tell you what I want, what…

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Art(s), Instructional Design

What makes a strong narrative for design?

A great story is based on a profound yet simple question. Can I sum up the story in a short question? I’m a movie buff and what moves me is…

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Instructional Design

Designing a Course Worth Learning 1

Over the next few weeks or months, my goal is to reflect on what and how I think as I design (big and small, d/Design) UNIV 291 in the roles…

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Instructional Design

Awesome Excel Chart Quick Tips for Web Display

Last week, my colleagues and I created 3 Excel spreadsheets in an effort to highlight some of VCU participants’ responses to the EDUCAUSE ECAR Undergraduate Student and Faculty Technology Research…

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  • Creativity,  Educational Technology,  Instructional Design,  Uncategorized

    Why Adobe Captivate Isn’t Enough: A Modern Take on Learning Design

    May 28, 2025 /

    So, you’re looking for an Adobe Captivate specialist? You’re not alone. Those searches dominate my site analytics. Captivate has long been a go-to for interactive eLearning. But here’s the thing: tools are just ingredients. A useful and meaningful course takes more than clicking through slides or dragging and dropping widgets. It requires thoughtful design, storytelling, and an understanding of how people actually learn. Captivate can be useful, but it’s not a magic wand. And if you’ve ever sat through a dull, forgettable training developed with Captivate, you know what I…

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    Yin Wah Kreher

 

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