Here’s what to expect from this episode:
Are you thinking about joining an instructional design academy? Instructional design programs will help you develop the practical skills needed to build your portfolio and stand out in the industry. But with multiple academies to choose from, how do you know which one, if any, is best for you?
In this episode, I’m sharing the questions to consider when choosing an instructional design academy. I’ll review the pros and cons of joining an academy and how to find the right program for your learning style and goals so you can succeed in your career.
Topics covered:
- What an ID academy is and how to decide if it’s right for you
- What to know about the creator’s background and involvement in the program
- The importance of resonating and connecting with the creator
- Understanding what support is available, the curriculum, and costs
- The problem with guaranteed results
- The Applied Instructional Design Academy
Are you interested in learning more about the Applied Instructional Design Academy? Sign up for my free 5-day workshop starting on April 17, 2023!
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Should I Get a Master’s Degree in Instructional Design?
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Ed Tech, Higher Ed, and Corporate IDs: What’s the Difference?
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More about Jumpstart Your Instructional Design Career Podcast
Thinking about becoming an Instructional Designer (ID) but have no idea how to get started? Instructional Design is a field that is high in demand, very flexible, highly lucrative, and provides you with a great work-life balance (say bye to being overworked and underpaid)!
Join Jill Davidian, 21-year corporate Instructional Design veteran and host of Jumpstart Your Instructional Design Career! Jill has worked in many different industries, including finance, health care, oil and gas, manufacturing, and even with the United Nations. She has helped over 500 new Instructional Designers launch their ID careers with corporate giants like Google and Amazon as well as smaller companies.
Each week she brings real talk, advice and inspiration, and interviews to help budding IDs stand out from the crowd and get that first job. Whether you are trying to figure out if Instructional Design is right for you or you are ready to create a portfolio and rework your resume, you are in the right place to jumpstart your Instructional Design career.
