Top Resources for Staying Up-to-Date in Instructional Design

Hello and welcome to the dynamic universe of instructional design! Today, I'm thrilled to share some valuable resources to help you stay up-to-date. However, I want to take a moment to share that I'll no longer be able to share bi-weekly articles due to my commitments to my master's degree and work obligations. However, I'm committed to sharing monthly articles and gathering even more informative content for future articles. So, stay tuned, and let's begin!

Lately, I've been receiving a lot of questions like "How can I become an instructional designer?" or "Are there any certifications for instructional design?". My usual response is that a bachelor's or master's degree in the field would be a great place to start. However, for those who may not have the financial resources to pursue formal education, I'm happy to share some valuable resources that many successful professionals in the field have found helpful. So, let's dive in and explore some of them together.

1. Devlin Peck ’s YouTube Channel

I don't think it comes as a surprise to anyone, right? Many of us have been following his videos, and he is an excellent tutor when it comes to understanding instructional design better. Even though I have a bachelor's degree in instructional technologies, I have found his videos extremely helpful when studying for exams or trying to gain further insights into the field.

Here’s the link of his YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DevlinPeckYT

2. Luke Hobson, EdD 's Youtube Channel

I find Dr. Luke Hobson's videos on instructional design to be incredibly enjoyable and informative. His contributions to the field are substantial, and his content has been tremendously helpful to many of us.

Here’s the link of his YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DrLukeHobson

3. Eduflow

Eduflow is an exceptional resource that offers fantastic cohorts to learn various aspects of instructional design. Many individuals have found their cohorts to be incredibly valuable, and I would highly recommend them to anyone interested in the field.

Check their website: https://www.eduflow.com/academy/

4. John Hinchliffe 's Udemy Course

John Hinchliffe has done an outstanding job creating the GLDC community for L&D professionals, and he is an exceptionally helpful lead instructional designer. I highly recommend his Udemy course for anyone looking to learn more about instructional design. He offers a wealth of resources and knowledge within the course. Additionally, you may want to consider joining the GLDC (Global Learning and Development Community) , which is completely free.

Here’s the course link: https://www.udemy.com/user/john-hinchliffe/

5. Digital Learning Institute

The Digital Learning Institute offers exceptional certification programs for individuals interested in becoming instructional designers. In addition to their certification programs, they also host numerous webinars and share regularly updated blogs, making them an excellent resource for staying current in the field.

Here’s the link: https://www.digitallearninginstitute.com/

6. Omniplex Learning

If you're interested in becoming an e-learning developer, Articulate Storyline is an essential tool to master. To become an advanced user of the software, I highly recommend exploring their advanced-level courses, which can help you hone your skills and take your abilities to the next level.

Here’s the link: https://omniplexlearning.com/

7. Tom McDowall 's YouTube Channel

Personally, I've learned a lot from Tom McDowall. He is an excellent instructor and explains concepts in a way that's easy to understand. I highly recommend his channel to anyone looking to gain a deeper understanding of instructional design.

Here’s the link: https://www.youtube.com/@InstructionalDesignTips

8.LinkedIn Learning Paths

LinkedIn Learning offers exceptional pathways for individuals interested in becoming instructional designers. I highly recommend exploring these pathways, as I have personally learned a lot from the platform and found their resources to be incredibly helpful.

Here’s the link: https://www.dhirubhai.net/learning/paths/build-your-skills-as-an-instructional-designer

9.ID Power Hour

ID Power Hour is a fantastic learning cluster that is free for the L&D SHAKERS community. Every month, we host an hour-long webinar featuring exceptional presenters. To join us, simply click on the Slack channel and look for the channel labelled '#3-id-power-hour.' L&D Shakers was founded by Anamaria Dorgo , an incredible learning experience designer, and I highly recommend checking out her work as well.

Here’s the link: https://landd-colearning.slack.com/ssb/redirect

10.Other resources

Lastly, let me share with you some books to learn more about instructional design. There are numerous books and blogs that can be read to learn more about instructional design. Some examples include "The Essentials of Instructional Design" by Karen L. Owens, "Design for How People Learn" by Julie Dirksen, "The Accidental Instructional Designer" by Cammy Bean, and "e-Learning and the Science of Instruction" by Ruth Colvin Clark and Richard E. Mayer. Also, you can check eLearning Industry’s website.

Here’s the link: https://elearningindustry.com/

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