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Instructional Design, Teaching

Crafting a Learning-Centered Syllabus

Every course design is philosophy and belief in action. –Manifesto for Teaching Online, written by teachers and researchers in online education, University of Edinburgh 2011 [This was first posted in Engaged…

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Instructional Design, Learning

Emotional Connection

Affective development, affect-sensitive learning environments, affective experiences. These are huge research areas, but specifically for now, I’m interested in emotional engagement because knowledge (and/or cognitive potential) alone is inadequate at…

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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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Creativity, Educational Technology, Instructional Design

Concept and Technique: How to Build a Digital Escape Room

Background This is a hot topic among many K12 teachers, and we could definitely use this in higher ed and in industry. Last November, I was inspired by a session…

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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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