game-based learning Archives

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…

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…

Instructional Design

Group Learning

At work, there was substantial discussion around the terms collaborative work, cooperative work, team work and group work — all focused on making the OLE (Online Learning Experience) a perfect experience…

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…

Creativity, Instructional Design

What an Instructional Designer Learned from The Great British Baking Show

November 12, 2018 /

I am late to the party. I just finished one season or the Netflix Collection 5 of The Great British Baking Show (aka The Great British Bakeoff), the one where (spoiler alert!) an army officer won. Have you watched any of the shows? If you plan on watching the series, you can opt to stop reading now. If not, you may proceed! I’ve read many things about the show. Many people find it charming to the point of becoming addicted to it. I binge watch some Netflix or Amazon Prime…

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Yin Wah Kreher