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CEP 858
Upskilling in Learning Design


Using Mayer's Principles to Improve Video Learning
Introduction Have you ever created a video that just felt flat or less engaging? Maybe you received feedback from learners who were having trouble following along or understanding certain topics, but you weren’t quite sure why. In this blog, we’ll explore how using an evaluative rubric (with the help of Mayer’s 12 Principles of Multimedia Learning) can take your videos from "blah" to impactful. I’ll share how I did just that by evaluating and improving one of my videos using

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Creativity in Constraints
Image of person writing on a clear whiteboard with marker. Why Work with Constraints? Working within constraints isn't unusual for designers or educators, but that doesn't mean it doesn't still feel daunting. Limited funding, fewer resources, or minimal support can quickly turn a creative project into a frustrating one with numerous barriers. It can be tempting to think that a great design requires more tools, time, and flexibility. However, what if we changed this way of thi

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Hacking Higher Ed: How Academic Advisors Used a Hackathon to Solve a Critical Challenge
Introduction How can we implement a a structured opportunity to critically think through key challenges experienced in higher education with the use of technology, while also ensuring accessibility and inclusivity? Enter the Hackathon! An exciting challenge that ignites teams into creative problem solving and collaboration, ultimately building a prototype that could be launched into real-world settings and make an impact. In this blog post, I'll discuss why I used a Hackathon

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Building JavaScript Foundations Through A Branching Scenario
As a learning experience designer, I don't want to just build courses, I want to create dynamic and interactive learning experiences. To expand my technical knowledge, I set a learning goal to build a baseline understanding of JavaScript. JavaScript is particularly impactful for learning design because it goes beyond the limitations of an authoring tool, allowing me to create more personalized and engaging activities. Instead of relying on numerous triggers within Articulate

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