3. Finding Positions
When trying to find positions for this project, we used Indeed.com to
search for “training manager” positions. To showcase the variety and
similarity of positions with different work settings, one position was
selected for a small company, a large company, and a remote
position. In the “How to Acquire” column, classes that should give you
the experiences are listed along with other resources. All of the sites
below can be useful search engines for open positions.
4. Small Business
Required Skills Job Responsibilities How to Acquire
Able to effectively prioritize tasks Supports the development,
maintenance, and evaluation of the
Integrated Learning Environment
EDCI 56900, EDCI 57300, Trello.com
Proven analytical and problem-solving
abilities
Imagine and execute innovative ways
to rapidly develop and deliver training
EDCI 56900, EDCI 67200
Highly self-motivated and directed,
with a keen attention to detail
Oversees and reviews the development
of teaching aids including training
manuals, demonstration models,
reference materials and visual aids
Creation of Gantt charts for project
deadlines, work with stakeholders.
Strong interpersonal, written, and oral
communication skills
Work with instructors and other
stakeholders to continuously improve
instructor led training offerings
EDCI 51300, EDCI 67200, Purdue OWL
5. Remote employment
Required Skills Job Responsibilities How to Acquire
Comprehensive knowledge of current
instructional theories and principles
Establish a process to review and
include feedback from end of course
surveys, and student evaluations in to
the quality assurance and course
maintenance processes.
EDCI 51300, EDCI 52800, EDCI 53100,
professional organizations
Development of creative and engaging
training materials for a technical
audience
Collaborate with the Training Program
Manager develop and review proposed
project efforts to determine scope, key
milestones & timeframe
EDCI 56900, EDCI 57300, EDCI 57200,
e-Learning Heros
Experience with multimedia and web
design technologies
Manage, create and maintain setup
documentation for compliance and
accreditation purposes for all programs
EDCI 56900, teamtreehouse.com, e-
Learning Heros
Advanced to intermediate computer
experience and proficiency
Manage and communicates with remote
development and support resources
Microsoft certification,
teamtreehouse.com
6. Large corporation
Required Skills Job Responsibilities How to Acquire
Design and produce content for
online, live, and blended training
sessions
We serve urban, rural, and suburban school
districts; traditional public, charter, and private
schools; state education agencies; educational
foundations; and professional associations
throughout the U.S., Canada, and Europe
EDCI 57300, EDCI 57200, EDCI 56900
Capture and share knowledge
accrued and lessons learned
throughout the lifecycle of projects
Opportunity to contribute to the success of
exciting educational initiatives, locally as well
as nationally
Reflections from projects, EDCI 57700
Proven ability working with internal
and external stakeholders, and
involving key stakeholders
appropriately
The team partners with local Superintendents,
state Commissioners, principals, teachers,
parents, and communities alike to realize
clients' vision for education in their unique
contexts
Many class projects can be done along
with external stakeholders. EDCI 57700,
EDCI 56900, EDCI 57300
Ability to move projects forward
within specific timeline and budget
while working with a high-attention
to detail
The Instructional Designer will work in a fast-
paced, dynamic environment as part of a
growing team
EDCI 56900, EDCI 57300, Creation of
Gantt charts for project deadlines
8. Professional Organizations: Our choices
Professional organizations are a critical part of our personal growth as
well as career progression. We as professionals need to keep abreast of
of current trends, issues, innovations, diversity, laws and other relevant
news and activities on a regular basis.
Professional organizations selected for our presentation focus on the
needs in our field. Instructional designers, trainers, and educators should
get involved for the purpose of knowledge sharing, social interaction and
networking.
We have shared key highlights on a few organizations of our choice. Please click the
banner (respective slides), if you are interested in further exploration of an individual
organization.
9. About American Educational Research Association
Professional Organization
For more information please click on the banner above.
Become a Member
Member (Voting)
● Student Affiliates: Student
membership is limited to five years.
$55/calendar year.
Affiliates (Non-voting)
● Graduate Student Members:
Graduate student membership is
limited to 5 years. $55/calendar
year.
Please click here for Membership FAQ’s.
10. Learning - Their History
Professional Organization
For more information please click on the banner above.
Become a Member
Membership Rates
● Regular Membership:
$200.00
● Student Membership:
$100.00
Please click here for Community
Membership.
“The Learning Conference began its life in Sydney, Australia in 1989, focusing
on genre approaches to literacy, and auspiced by the Literacy and Education
Research Network. Since then, the focus of the conference has broadened to
encompass as one of its themes ‘Multiliteracies’ or a broader range of
communications than conventionally understood under the rubric of
alphabetical literacy. The conference has also extended its interest into
learning more generally, and particularly, the question of ‘new learning’ or the
necessary transformations underway in teaching and learning in contemporary
social, cultural and technological conditions.” - The LEARNER
We feel that conferences, journals, books and online community are
important from industry perspectives. The organization’s Scope and Concerns
are similar to our own and very much applicable in everyday instructional
design practice.
11. Professional Organization
For more information please click on the banner above.
Become a Member
Student: ATD student member receive all member benefits.
● Professional Membership: $75.00
● Professional Plus: $195.00
Professional Membership
● 1 year: $229.00; 2 years: $379.00; 3 years: $529.00
Professional PLUS Membership
● 1 year: $349.00; 2 years: $579.00; 3 years: $869.00
Click here for Membership Brochure.
14. The resources picked (books) will provide four major areas in our field: approaches and methodologies,
evaluation and assessment, learners motivation, impact and implication of learning in various settings.
These books were reviewed by one of our team members in the past and we found that the topics
discussed within context were not only able to impact our decisions, but also helped us explore further by
implementing best practices within our industry settings.
To purchase: please visit www.amazon.com
Professional Resources: Our Choices
15. Originally the book was written by Dugan Laird (1978); this third edition
was revised and updated by Elwood F. Holton and Sharon S. Naquin in
2003, which reflects “new perspectives in organizational learning,
performance and change.” The book explores theory and practice as well as
performance management to adult learning in various corporate settings.
As the author described “this book is about the practice of training and
development.”
As an instructional designer in the professional setting, it is important to
understand short and long-term vision organization, applicable business
strategies and approaches, and learners/employee motivation and career
aspiration; thus, integrate these components to both individual and
organizational performance objectives for optimal outcome. This book
certainly provides such systematic guidelines and best practices to IDers.
Professional Resource (Book): Approaches to Training and
Development
Laird, D., Naquin, S. S., & Holton, E. F., (2003). Approaches to Training and Development (3rd ed.).
Perseus Books Group LLC. Cambridge, MA.
16. This book was written for training managers, educational leaders and
individuals dealing with learning and training. The authors focused
extensively on getting consistent results from training in the business
setting which includes e-learning as well as traditional training. So, the
authors discussed their findings on the set of principles, guidelines, and
tools, that training practitioners could use in their field to achieve greater
levels of impact from learning interventions. The core discussion is around
conceptual framework and methods of high impact learning approach.
As an instructional designer in the professional setting, it is important to
develop instructions/training and design measurable and greater business
results. To provide opportunities for training, bridge the gap between
employee and organizational goals and create lasting impact, this book is a
great resource for IDers and practitioners.
Professional Resource (Book): High Impact Learning: Strategies
for Leveraging Business Results from Training
Brinkerhoff, R. O., & Apking, A. M., (2001). High Impact Learning: Strategies for Leveraging Business
Results from Training. Perseus Books Group LLC. Cambridge, MA.
17. Evaluation whether it’s qualitative or quantitative, schools, government
agencies, non-profit organizations and corporations are interested in learning
more about how the program works, how they succeed and how they fail.
Performance measurement and outcome assessment have taken various
organizations and agencies to the next level inquiry. The authors have tried to
present information that can be used either to conduct or be a participant in
evaluation that makes difference to their workplace. The book discusses key
concepts of evaluation, current and emerging trends, foundation in the different
approaches used to conduct evaluation, how to plan and carry out an evaluation
and future of the field.
Stakeholders and business leaders are more curious to know if the training
program would be effective and cost efficient reflect positive return on their
investment. This book helps IDers to carefully plan evaluation within their
program context to proactively assess the desired outcome and ensure it is a
successful one.
Professional Resource (Book): Program Evaluation: Alternative
Approaches and Practical Guidelines
Fitzpatrick, J. L., Sanders, J. R., & Worthern, B. R., (2004). Program Evaluation: Alternative approaches
and practical guidelines (4th ed). Pearson Education Inc. Boston, MA.
18. “How can instructors help all adults to learn?” as stated by the author, was the
question that guided him to explore and write this book. The book is designed to
be a practical and immediately usable resource for faculty, trainers, educators
and staff developers in various settings. The key area the author focused and
discussed is integration of a neuroscientific understanding of motivation and
learning within an instructional model responsive to linguistically and culturally
different adult learners.
As instructional designer, it is important to understand biological perspective of
learning and educational practices that are grounded in knowledge about adult
education. Being able to create effective instruction a motivational process and
optimal learning for culturally diverse adults are also critical for professionals
like us.
Professional Resource (Book): Enhancing Adult Motivation to
Learn
Wlodkowski, R. J., (2008). Enhancing Adult Motivation to Learning: A Comprehensive Guide for Teaching
All Adults (3rd ed). John Wiley & Sons, Inc. San Francisco, CA.
20. Our team found a website showcasing the Top 100 Technology Tools: http://c4lpt.co.uk/top100tools/. These are
rated each year, and many of them are new technologies. The next three technologies displayed can be used in a
corporate setting, but the first two can be used in almost any setting, including K-12 or Higher Education.
Technology Tools: Our Choices
21. Powtoon
www.Powtoon.com
Powtoon is a new and fun way to
motivate learners, no matter their
age. Some of the features are free,
but there are some advanced
features you can use with a
premium plan. You can start
animations from scratch or you can
use one of the provided templates.
New Technology Tools
22. Explain Everything
http://explaineverything.com/
This website features the ability to
explain anything on a simulcasting
whiteboard. You can create,
showcase, share, animate & record
for your learners.
This is a quick video showcasing
some of the main features:
https://vimeo.com/59845203
New Technology Tools
23. Get Bridge
http://www.getbridge.com/
Bridge is a way for employers to
engage more with their employees
through a platform featuring micro
assessments as well as assessing,
measuring and providing feedback
to employers.
New Technology Tools
24. References
AERA (American Educational Research Association): http://aera.net
AACE (Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education):
http://aace.org/
ATD (Association for Talent Development): https://www.td.org
Bridge: www.getbridge.com
Explain Everything: www.explaineverything.com
IEEE(International): http://www.ittf.ieee.org
Powtoon: www.Powtoon.com
