The LXD spectrum

The LXD spectrum

This time last year I wrote a blog post that ruffled some feathers.

It was called A slight misnomer and I used it as a vehicle to propose the term "Learner Experience Designer" instead of "Learning Experience Designer" to better represent the nature of the role as I saw it.

While I received loads of support for my proposition, several LXD's thought I was attacking their livelihood or underplaying the value they add. Of course neither was true. I was simply challenging the semantics of their job title.

In any case, I lost that battle. The tribe has spoken and I concede the design of learning experiences needn't necessarily apply human-centered design methodology. So I've pivoted…

I now position LXD on a spectrum.

And I was delighted to explain the concept on Srividya Kumar 's podcast.

I invite you to share your views on it too – whether they be for or against, or somewhere in-between.

Peter Davis

Principal Learning & Performance Strategist at PCD Consulting

7 个月

It's hard to please everyone Ryan but the discussion is worthwhile. In the late 80s during my time at a large bank we focused ourselves on learner centred design. Everything we did was to ensure the learner was at the centre. Made sense then and still does today. Have a good day Ryan.

Ryan Tracey

Skills-Based Learning Advocate | Advisory Board Member | FAITD

7 个月

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