Become an IDOL: Instructional Design and Online Learning

In this episode, I'll be chatting with Maya Haritan about her journey to become an IDOL at Apple Inc.    Connect with Maya Haritan on LinkedIn Learn more about the IDOL courses Academy: the only implementation program and pre-authorized trade school of its kind that not only shows you exactly how to create your job application assets and build a portfolio from scratch, but also includes credentials, mentorship, expert coaching, and paid experience opportunities in corporate instructional design and online learning for life!

In this episode, I'll be chatting with a former teacher, April Black about her journey to become an IDOL. April offers some excellent advice and insights for those making the transition to instructional design.   Connect with April Black on LinkedIn Find out more about the IDOL courses Academy

In this episode, I'll be chatting with Smruti Sudarshan about educational data mining and how it can inform your learning designs. We get into the importance of data, how to capture it, and what to do with it once you have it. If you don't know what educational data mining is or how it can help you be a better IDOL check out this episode.  Here is the blog Smruti wrote on educational data mining. Connect with Smruti on LinkedIn Get connected with IDOL courses

In this episode, I'll be chatting with Jessica Oberto about her journey to land an instructional design role as the training manager at the biggest company in the world. When she joined the IDOL courses Academy, Jessica already had experience as an instructional designer. However, she wanted to enroll to shore up her foundation in the discipline and maybe land a new role. Not only did Jessica reach her goal, but she also exceeded it. Check out this inspiring IDOL journey with Jessica Oberto! Connect with Jessica Oberto on LinkedIn Learn more about the IDOL courses Academy

Rued Riis, expert explainer video creator and online course creator, discusses the importance of fun learning in instructional design, modernizing eLearning content, and incorporating entertainment and humor to engage learners. They also highlight the significance of using mixed formats in online courses and videos and share tips on growing a course business and YouTube channel.

In this episode, I'll be chatting with Vanessa Alzate about marketing and building your personal brand as an instructional designer and eLearning developer. Vanessa Alzate is the Founder and CEO of Anchored Training. She received a BA in Communications & Political Science from Rutgers University, and an MS in Corporate & Organizational Communication from Northeastern University. For over a decade, she has consulted with many mid-large organizations in industries ranging from pharmaceutical sales to fashion to develop training strategies tailored to each individual organization and team. Throughout her career, Vanessa has excelled in assisting companies and individuals to expand their industry knowledge through innovative eLearning and classroom curriculum, while continuing to add consistently to her own education and training. Vanessa is the mother of two young girls, and is committed to helping everyone become the best versions of themselves. She is an advocate for empowering women and for increasing belonging. Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn Anchored Training Website Register for the FREE Anchored in Learning Summit 2021 IDOL Business Box eLearning Freelancer's Bootcamp

In this episode, I'll be chatting with Dr. Sara Bania Dobyns about her journey to transition from higher education to corporate instructional design and online learning. Listen in as Dr. Dobyns shares her experience in the IDOL courses Academy and how she started landing more clients as a freelance instructional designer.  Connect with Dr. Sara Bania Dobyns on LinkedIn Check out the IDOL courses Academy!

In this episode, I'm chatting with Kate Udalova about microlearning principles and 7taps. Kate is the founder and CPO of the eLearning software, 7taps. 7taps is the fastest way to create mobile-first courses, summaries, and follow-ups. Kate shares tips and her story of how she founded 7taps.  Sign up to get your free trial of 7taps here! Connect with Kate Udalova on LinkedIn

In this episode, I'll be chatting with an IDOL success story, Amanda Kulik. Amanda is now a former teacher who made the transition to a full-time instructional role in 4 months after she joined the IDOL courses Academy.  She now works with Heidi Kirby at Datatrak International. She shares her journey and some incredible tips for teachers making the transition to instructional design and online learning development. Check it out!

In this episode, I'll be chatting with an IDOL success story, Gretchen Johanson. Gretchen is now a former teacher who made the transition to a full time IDOL role in under 3 months after she joined the IDOL courses Academy. Gretchen has not only landed her first job, but she is also now in her second role as an IDOL for Google. She shares her journey and some incredible tips for teachers making the transition to instructional design and online learning development. Check it out!   Connect with Gretchen on LinkedIn