The Dr. Luke Hobson Podcast
Dr. Luke Hobson
The Dr. Luke Hobson Podcast discusses designing learning experiences, teaching, and learning. The purpose of this show is to help folks, like yourself, learn about best instructional design practices by sharing stories and bringing on incredible guests. We also discuss career tips and guidance for transitioning into instructional design and related learning and development positions. Other podcast topics include higher education and online learning. If you are a learning nerd, you are welcomed here.
Dr. Luke Hobson is the Senior Instructional Designer and Program Manager at MIT xPRO and a Lecturer in the Department of Teaching and Learning at the University of Miami's School of Education and Human Development. He's also the author of the book What I Wish I Knew Before Becoming an Instructional Designer, the host of the Dr. Luke Hobson Podcast and YouTube Channel, and the Instructor for Instructional Design Institute. Dr. Hobson was named as one of the top learning influencers in 2022 and top e-learning experts in 2023.
Dr. Luke Hobson is the Senior Instructional Designer and Program Manager at MIT xPRO and a Lecturer in the Department of Teaching and Learning at the University of Miami's School of Education and Human Development. He's also the author of the book What I Wish I Knew Before Becoming an Instructional Designer, the host of the Dr. Luke Hobson Podcast and YouTube Channel, and the Instructor for Instructional Design Institute. Dr. Hobson was named as one of the top learning influencers in 2022 and top e-learning experts in 2023.
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Dec 13, 2023 • 16min
Another 'Inferior' Online Course: Debunking Myths with a Side of Reality Check for Higher Ed
Another day, another academic saying that online learning is inferior to face-to-face classes. On today's episode, I'll share why this idea is a disaster for higher education. 👉 Mentioned Links: Transcript LinkedIn Article Seth's Article 👉 Recommendations: 🎓Take your instructional design skills to the next level 📚So, you want to become an instructional designer? 📙 My Book 📗The Do It Messy Approach: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers (IDOLs) 🎤 My interview platform recommendation (Riverside) ✅ Backwards Design Course 👥 Join our Group 🤝 Connect with me: 👨💼 LinkedIn 🐦 Twitter 👨💻 Blog 🙌 Support the Channel! Check out IDOL Courses Academy
Nov 29, 2023 • 21min
Instructional Design Projects in the Real World
What do instructional design projects look like in the real world? On today's episode, I'll share 3 topics that seem to take folks by surprise. Links and Transcript 👉 Recommendations: 🎓Take your instructional design skills to the next level 📚So, you want to become an instructional designer? 📙 My Book 📗The Do It Messy Approach: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers (IDOLs) 🎤 My interview platform recommendation (Riverside) ✅ Backwards Design Course 👥 Join our Group 🤝 Connect with me: 👨💼 LinkedIn 🐦 Twitter 👨💻 Blog 🙌 Support the Channel! Check out IDOL Courses Academy
Nov 22, 2023 • 25min
Bonus Episode! How to Stand Out in a Saturated Market
Happy Thanksgiving learning nerds! I hope you enjoy this bonus episode. It's no secret that the instructional design market is highly competitive. How exactly did we get here and how can you stand out? Let's give you a competitive edge! Find the links and watch the video on YouTube Transcript 👉 Recommendations: 🎓Take your instructional design skills to the next level 📚So, you want to become an instructional designer? 📙 My Book 📗The Do It Messy Approach: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers (IDOLs) 🎤 My interview platform recommendation (Riverside) ✅ Backwards Design Course 👥 Join our Group 🤝 Connect with me: 👨💼 LinkedIn 🐦 Twitter 👨💻 Blog 🙌 Support the Channel! Check out IDOL Courses Academy
Nov 15, 2023 • 24min
Reimagining Accessibility and UDL with AI
Every instructional designer knows that accessibility and UDL are significant, but how can AI help with these principles? I'll share some new features with ChatGPT that I've been experimenting with to make learning experiences more accessible and UDL friendly. Links and transript for this episode can be found on drlukehobson.com. 👉 Recommendations: 🎓Take your instructional design skills to the next level 📚So, you want to become an instructional designer? 📙 My Book 📗The Do It Messy Approach: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers (IDOLs) 🎤 My interview platform recommendation (Riverside) ✅ Backwards Design Course 👥 Join our Group 🤝 Connect with me: 👨💼 LinkedIn 🐦 Twitter 👨💻 Blog 🙌 Support the Channel! Check out IDOL Courses Academy
Nov 1, 2023 • 26min
5 Habits That Changed My Life
On today's episode, I'll share with you 5 habits that completely changed my life for the better. Hopefully, you can apply some of these tips into your own life! All the links for the show and blog can be found on the website. 👉 Recommendations: 🎓Take your instructional design skills to the next level 📚So, you want to become an instructional designer? 📙 My Book 📗The Do It Messy Approach: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers (IDOLs) 🎤 My interview platform recommendation (Riverside) ✅ Backwards Design Course 👥 Join our Group 🤝 Connect with me: 👨💼 LinkedIn 🐦 Twitter 👨💻 Blog 🙌 Support the Channel! Check out IDOL Courses Academy
Oct 18, 2023 • 34min
Andragogy and Designing Learning Experiences
How do you design learning experiences for adults? In today's episode, I'll cover Andragogy, the method and practice of teaching adult learners. I'll share about my best tips around Andragogical principles and how to apply them into your learning experiences. Transcripts for the episode Mentioned Links: The Adult Learner (Note: this is an affiliate link) Recommendations: 🤝Collaborating and Building Relationships with SMEs 🎓Take your instructional design skills to the next level 📚So, you want to become an instructional designer? 📙 My Book 📗The Do It Messy Approach: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers (IDOLs) 🎤 My interview platform recommendation (Riverside) ✍ Backwards Design Course 👥 Join our Group Connect with me: 👨💼 LinkedIn 🐦 Twitter 👨💻 Blog 🙌 Support the Channel! Check out IDOL Courses Academy
Oct 5, 2023 • 1h 7min
Russell Sweep - Becoming a First-Time Leader
What's it like to be a first-time leader? In this episode, you'll hear from Russell Sweep, Content Development Manager at Goodwill and host of the L&D Hot Seat. Russell was recently thrown into the deep end with leadership and we break down what it's like to manage a team of designers. Mentioned Links: Video Interview and Transcript Connect with Russell Russell's Website GLDC Project Club GLDC Collections The L&D Hot Seat Podcast Developing Accessible Content Episode with Yvonne Urra Bazain Recommendations: 🤝Collaborating and Building Relationships with SMEs 🎓Take your instructional design skills to the next level 📚So, you want to become an instructional designer? 📙 My Book 📗The Do It Messy Approach: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers (IDOLs) 🎤 My interview platform recommendation (Riverside) ✍ Backwards Design Course 👥 Join our Group Connect with me: 👨💼 LinkedIn 🐦 Twitter 👨💻 Blog 🙌 Support the Channel! Check out IDOL Courses Academy
Sep 22, 2023 • 32min
Understanding the L&D Job Market
Is the L&D market too saturated? Is there too much competition? On today’s episode, I unpack what I’ve been hearing and seeing about the job market. I also try to provide a few tips on how to stand out from the crowd. Mentioned Links: So, you want to become an instructional designer The Accidental Instructional Designer by Cammy Bean Recommendations: 🎓Take your instructional design skills to the next level 📚So, you want to become an instructional designer? 📙 My Book 📗The Do It Messy Approach: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers (IDOLs) 🎤 My interview platform recommendation (Riverside) ✍ Backwards Design Course 👥 Join our Group Connect with me: 👨💼 LinkedIn 🐦 Twitter 👨💻 Blog 🙌 Support the Channel! Check out IDOL Courses Academy
Sep 6, 2023 • 1h 7min
Maj. Elvin Fortuna - Modernizing Courses for the Army and Day in the Life of an ID at the Army University
In this conversation, I chat with Maj. Elvin Fortuna, Army Officer and Instructional Designer for the Army University. We discuss more about Elvin’s latest project with modernizing the U.S. Army’s Captains Career Course and what the day in the life is life for an Instructional Designer at Army University. We also talk about transitioning into government positions. Mentioned links: Video interview and transcript Elvin's LinkedIn Elvin's Email Modernizing the U.S. Army’s Captains Career Course: Captain’s Career Course Modernization TPACK Blended Learning Approach Recommendations: 🎓Take your instructional design skills to the next level 📚So, you want to become an instructional designer? 📙 My Book 📗The Do It Messy Approach: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers (IDOLs) 🎤 My interview platform recommendation (Riverside) ✍ Backwards Design Course 👥 Join our Group Connect with me: 👨💼 LinkedIn 🐦 Twitter 👨💻 Blog Support the Channel! 🙌 Check out IDOL Courses Academy
Aug 17, 2023 • 56min
Stephanie Kratz - Understanding Faculty Burnout
In this conversation, I chat with Stepanie Kratz about faculty burnout, learning about instructional design, and professional development. A few key topic areas we get into: Why faculty are interested in instructional design What's causing faculty to feel burned out What can be done to help them How faculty can learn about instructional design Professional development for faculty Ungrading Mentioned Links: Stephanie's Website Stephanie's LinkedIn Unraveling Faculty Burnout Sarah Cannistra's Episode Dr. Robin Sargent's Episode Submit your feedback Apply for the next cohort of Instructional Design Institute Recommendations: 🎓Take your instructional design skills to the next level 📚So, you want to become an instructional designer? 📙 My Book 📗The Do It Messy Approach: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers (IDOLs) 🎤 My interview platform recommendation (Riverside) ✍ Backwards Design Course 👥 Join our Group Connect with me: 👨💼 LinkedIn 🐦 Twitter 👨💻 Blog Support the Channel! 🙌 Check out IDOL Courses Academy
