This document discusses trends in instructional design and eLearning applications in healthcare. It begins with definitions of instructional design as structuring learning and eLearning as online learning. Benefits of eLearning include convenience, efficiency, accessibility, interaction, and personalized learning. Applications of eLearning in healthcare include patient education, medical training, and compliance training. Emerging trends discussed include digital storytelling, simulation, gamification, and augmented/virtual reality. These technologies can provide engaging, hands-on learning experiences for healthcare professionals and patients without risks.