I'd say it's based on the need at hand. You want to consider what you're looking for your learner to do or know, then base the training around that objective.
Posts by Andrew O'Malley
How you introduce yourself is important. Here are some things to keep in mind when building your elevator pitch.
#instructionaldesign #professionaldevelopment #communicationskills #entrepreneurlife
New video out now - learn how to build an online course!
I'm going on (social media) hiatus!
Fortunately right now things are busy, so I'm reducing the amount of content I'm putting out over the next 6 months or so. My Youtube channel will still be posting its monthly video so come join me over there if you haven't already :)
Time to answer the age old question - what does an instructional designer do??
Here's a short list of some of the tasks we get up to. Not all instructional designers will do all of these things, and there may be some I missed!
#instructionaldesign #instructionaldesignerlife
Not sure when to apply learning theories? Here's a quick graphic to show where they can make the biggest impact!
#learningtheories #education #instructionaldesign #appliedpsychology
Quick breakdown on some guidelines when choosing a learning theory
Full video live on my Youtube channel
#instructionaldesign #learningtheory
"What is a Learning Theory?"
New video up now!
https://f.mtr.cool/uvvcuuifaa
Birthday celebrations in progress! 🎂
Montréal Education Expo 2025!
Happy Friday everyone! 🙌🏽
#montreal #fridayvibes
Considering becoming an instructional designer?
One of the first questions to consider is if you want to get a Master's degree or not. The decision isn't always so straightforward, but here are some points to consider!
#instructionaldesign #educationaltechnology
Change of scenery 💚
#workfromhome #instructionaldesign
Another portfolio project up on my website!🌶️
#InstructionalDesign #articulatestoryline
Want to add a little extra something to your training? Consider using a story element to add another dimension!
#instructionaldesign #learningtheory #traininganddevelopment #ADDIE #scenariobasedlearning
Teaching adults can be a bit different than kids. Here's one of the advantages if you find yourself teaching an audience that has some experience!
Full video out now on my Youtube channel
#professionaldevelopment #curriculumdesign #instructionaldesigner #traininganddevelopment
Eyes on the goal and working one rep at a time
In presentations, sometimes less is more :)
#instructionaldesign #presentation #powerpointtips #facilitation #training
🚨 Watch the new Youtube video out NOW: “How to Lead a Training Session for Adults”
#instructionaldesign #facilitation #teaching #teachertips #workshopdevelopment #professionaldevelopment
Rise vs Storyline
Which do you prefer? 🤔
#articulatestoryline #articulaterise #instructionaldesigner #authoringtool #educationaltechnology
Do we even need instructional designers? Let's break down the stats!
#instructionaldesign #instructionaldesigner #traininganddevelopment #highperformancecoaching
"I teach things"
AKA, I'm a training & development specialist with a focus on immersive technology and learner-centric interventions.
Which really just means... I teach things 😉
Master learning design with Gagné's 9 Events of Instruction—a step-by-step guide to effective teaching
#InstructionalDesign #LearningAndDevelopment #EdTech #educationmadesimple
My quick tip for upgrading your design in PowerPoint
#professioanltrainer #powerpointtips #instructionaldesign
Smiling through the cold! Spring is trying to arrive... I hope
Sometimes to get ahead in your field you need to get inspiration from someone else's. Today's post is how elements of game design theory can be used to improve your training program!
#instructionaldesign #gamedesign #corporatetraining
Can you guess the most in-demand skills for instrucitonal design?
#instructionaldesign #remotework #performancecoaching #businesstips #hr #professionaldevelopment
Happy Friday! Wishing you a good weekend with great weather 🙏
Ever wonder how to tell if your training program or course is effective? One model you can use to evaluate is Kirkpatrick's 4 levels of evaluation! Here's a quick peek at what instructional designers look for when evaluating a program (at a high level).
#L&D #instrucitonaldesign
🚨 NEW VIDEO ALERT! 🚨
I break down the Zone of Proximal Development so YOU don’t have to! 📚
Want to learn faster, teach better, and level up? This is a must-watch! 🚀
⏳ Link in bio—don’t miss out! 👀
#EducationHack #LearnSmarter #ZPD #TeachingTips #LevelUp