Knowing what instructional design is matters. Knowing whether it would actually suit you matters more. This episode walks through eight key characteristics of effective instructional designers so you can check the list against yourself before you commit to a career change.
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What's in this episode
- The essential, non-negotiable trait all instructional designers share
- Two fundamental skills required for success in this field
- An unexpected competency instructional designers actually don't need
Resources mentioned
- Instructional Story Design by Rance Greene
- The Non-Designer's Design Book by Robin Williams
- Real Applied Instructional Design Academy (AIDA) grad portfolio examples