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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Oct 14, 2022 β’ 20min
The In-betweens of Instructional Design
They aren't pros or cons, but kind of fall in the middle. Let's chat about the in-betweens of instructional design. π¨βπ» YouTube Video π My Book πThe Do It Messy Approach: A Step-by-Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers (IDOLs) π€ Collaborating and Building Relationships with Subject Matter Experts β Backwards Design Course π₯ Join our Group Connect with me: π¨βπΌ LinkedIn π¦ Twitter π¨βπ» Blog π¦ Try Instructional Design Institute for Free π Support the Channel! Check out the new book The Do It Messy Approach, A Step By Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers Check out IDOL Courses Academy Check out Eduflow Check out SquadCast
Sep 29, 2022 β’ 23min
The Cons of Instructional Design
Let's continue our deep dive into the pros and cons of instructional design. Today's episode covers the cons! Transcript π My Book π€ Collaborating and Building Relationships with Subject Matter Experts β Backwards Design Course π₯ Join our Group Connect with me: π¨βπΌ LinkedIn π¦ Twitter π¨βπ» Blog π¦ Try Instructional Design Institute for Free π Support the Channel! Check out the new book The Do It Messy Approach, A Step By Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers Check out IDOL Courses Academy Check out Eduflow Check out SquadCast
Sep 15, 2022 β’ 28min
The Pros of Instructional Design
Let's do a deep dive into the pros, the cons, and the in-betweens when it comes to instructional design. This first episode covers the pros! Youtube video that goes with this ep. π My Book π€ Collaborating and Building Relationships with Subject Matter Experts β Backwards Design Course π₯ Join our Group Connect with me: π¨βπΌ LinkedIn π¦ Twitter π¨βπ» Blog π¦ Try Instructional Design Institute for Free π Support the Channel! Check out the new book The Do It Messy Approach, A Step By Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers Check out IDOL Courses Academy Check out Eduflow Check out SquadCast
Sep 1, 2022 β’ 30min
Fulfillment in Higher Education / Other Roles Besides Instructional Designer / Confused Subject Matter Experts
Should you leave higher education for another sector to feel more fulfilled? What other roles exist in L&D besides instructional design? How do you guide your confused subject matter experts? The best part of producing content has been to connect with you, learning nerd nation. And many of you write to me on LinkedIn or email about some fantastic instructional design related questions. They are so fantastic, that I want other learning nerds to hear them so I thought it would make more sense to create an entire episode based around some of these questions. If you like the format of this feedback episode, let me know! Mentioned Links: Transcript and Blog Why ID is so Confusing List of ID Related Jobs Sarah Cannistra's Page 50 L&D Roles π My Book π€ Collaborating and Building Relationships with Subject Matter Experts β Backwards Design Course π₯ Join our Group Connect with me: π¨βπΌ LinkedIn π¦ Twitter π¨βπ» Blog π¦ Try Instructional Design Institute for Free π Support the Channel! Check out the new book The Do It Messy Approach, A Step By Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers Check out IDOL Courses Academy Check out Eduflow Check out SquadCast
Aug 18, 2022 β’ 23min
Why the Instructional Design Field is so Confusing
As the instructional design field grows, so does the confusion around what "instructional design" actually means. Today, I'll talk about the current trends, job postings, the essence of instructional design, and what you should be thinking about with your future. YouTube video Show Links: Learning Nerd Nation π My Book π€ Collaborating and Building Relationships with Subject Matter Experts β Backwards Design Course π₯ Join our Group Connect with me: π¨βπΌ LinkedIn π¦ Twitter π¨βπ» Blog π¦ Try Instructional Design Institute for Free π Support the Channel! Check out the new book The Do It Messy Approach, A Step By Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers Check out IDOL Courses Academy Check out Eduflow Check out SquadCast
Aug 4, 2022 β’ 56min
Christy Tucker - Everything Freelance Design
On today's episode, we are joined by Christy Tucker! We talk about all things related to freelance: knowing when to start, time tracking, finding clients, creating an LLC, pricing accordingly, making sure it's the right fit, and much more! Mentioned Links: Christy's Website Syniad Learning Branching Scenario Course Freelancer Bootcamp Time Tracking Template Consulting Basics Online Network of Independent Learning Professionals LinkedIn Twitter Transcript Show Links: Learning Nerd Nation π My Book π€ Collaborating and Building Relationships with Subject Matter Experts β Backwards Design Course π₯ Join our Group Connect with me: π¨βπΌ LinkedIn π¦ Twitter π¨βπ» Blog π¦ Try Instructional Design Institute for Free π Support the Channel! Check out the new book The Do It Messy Approach, A Step By Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers Check out IDOL Courses Academy Check out Eduflow Check out SquadCast
Jul 21, 2022 β’ 24min
The Pros and Cons of Online Learning
Is online learning right for you? Let's break down some pros and cons to help you learn more. Mentioned Links: Learning Nerd Nation π My Book π€ Collaborating and Building Relationships with Subject Matter Experts β Backwards Design Course π₯ Join our Group Connect with me: π¨βπΌ LinkedIn π¦ Twitter π¨βπ» Blog π¦ Try Instructional Design Institute for Free π€ Collaborating and Building Relationships with Subject Matter Experts π Support the Channel! Check out the new book The Do It Messy Approach, A Step By Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers Check out IDOL Courses Academy Check out Eduflow Check out SquadCast
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Jul 7, 2022 β’ 24min
3 Pieces of Advice That Changed my Life
Over the years, a few pieces of advice have drastically changed my instructional design career. In today's blog and podcast episode, I covered the ones that truly helped. Mentioned Links: π»Blog Post π My Book π€ Collaborating and Building Relationships with Subject Matter Experts β Backwards Design Course π₯ Join our Group Connect with me: π¨βπΌ LinkedIn π¦ Twitter π¨βπ» Blog π¦ Try Instructional Design Institute for Free π€ Collaborating and Building Relationships with Subject Matter Experts π Support the Channel! Check out the new book The Do It Messy Approach, A Step By Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers Check out IDOL Courses Academy Check out Eduflow Check out SquadCast
Jun 23, 2022 β’ 18min
How to Not Give Up on the Instructional Design Job Search π
My 5 best tips on how to not give up on the instructional design job search Mentioned Links: π My Book β Backwards Design Course π₯ Join our Group π₯YouTube Video Connect with me: π¨βπΌ LinkedIn π¦ Twitter π¨βπ» Blog π¦ Try Instructional Design Institute for Free π€ Collaborating and Building Relationships with Subject Matter Experts π Support the Channel! Check out the new book The Do It Messy Approach, A Step By Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers Check out IDOL Courses Academy Check out Eduflow Check out SquadCast
Jun 9, 2022 β’ 1h 11min
Presentation - What I Wish I Knew Before Becoming an Instructional Designer
Today's episode is crash course on what I wish I knew before becoming an instructional designer! Link to the Presentation: YouTube Video Connect with me: π¨βπΌ LinkedIn π¦ Twitter π₯ Join our Group π¨βπ» Blog π My Book β Backwards Design Course π¦ Try Instructional Design Institute for Free π€ Collaborating and Building Relationships with Subject Matter Experts π Support the Channel! Check out the new book The Do It Messy Approach, A Step By Step Guide for Instructional Designers and Online Learning Developers Check out IDOL Courses Academy Check out Eduflow Check out SquadCast
