Discover the art of instructional design and unlock your potential to create captivating courses with "The Power of Instructional Design." This beginner's course introduces you to the fundamentals of course creation and provides a practical understanding of the essential basics. Learn where to create a free Learning Management System (LMS) space and explore the step-by-step process of building a basic course. From setting clear objectives to selecting effective instructional strategies, you'll gain insights into creating engaging content that resonates with your learners. Discover how to incorporate multimedia elements, interactive activities, and assessments to enhance engagement and knowledge retention. No prior experience required! Whether you're exploring instructional design as a potential career or simply interested in course creation, this course equips you with the foundational knowledge to get started. Join us now and tap into the power of instructional design to craft impactful learning experiences.

Who should take this course?

This course is ideal for individuals who are interested in exploring instructional design as a possible career field or those who have a general curiosity about the process of course creation. It is specifically tailored for beginners with no prior experience in instructional design. Whether you are a professional considering a career change, an educator looking to enhance your skills, or someone passionate about creating engaging learning experiences, "The Power of Instructional Design" is designed to meet your needs. Join this course and embark on a transformative learning journey in the world of instructional design.

Course Outcomes:

• Understand Instructional Design: Gain foundational knowledge in design principles and engaging content.
• Learn LMS Navigation: Explore free LMS for course delivery.
• Build Engaging Courses: Develop skills in multimedia, interactivity, and assessments.
• Empower Your Future: Pursue instructional design careers or apply skills in education and training.

Next, you can take your instructional design skills to the next level by enrolling in the Instruction Design Certified Educator (IDCE) program. This advanced program is designed for individuals who want to deepen their expertise and become certified educators in the field of instructional design. Expand your knowledge, refine your skills, and gain the credentials necessary to excel in instructional design careers or leadership roles. Elevate your professional journey and enroll in the IDCE program after completing this course.

How to register:

1. Current JC Students and Employees: If you already have a Jackson College student ID and email account, click on "Enroll Now", choose “Already have an account? Sign in here”, choose "Student & Employee Login" and follow the prompts to checkout.
2. Guest Login: If you don't have a Jackson College student ID and email account, please click on “Enroll Now”, fill in the information and click on “Register New Account”, and follow the prompts to checkout.
   1. When logging in after your account is created as a Guest, click "Guest Login" when prompted to sign in.

This course is taught by a local instructor! Check out her bio below…

Instructional Designer, Author, and Instructor

Sonja has a vast range of experience in various fields. Her expertise includes instructional design, training, and adjunct professorship, particularly emphasizing accessibility, diversity, equity, and belonging at Jackson College. She possesses skills in conflict resolution techniques and holds a Ph.D. in Education: Instructional Design and Technology, a Canvas Educator Certificate, a Trauma-Informed Expressive Artist, and a Certified Mediator through Southeastern Michigan Dispute Resolution Services. As the Executive Director of Tranquil Parenting, Sonja's research has gained recognition through presentations during Research Week at Liberty University and articles published in both Her and Michigan Parent. Her current Ph.D. research in education delves into the correlation between effective instructional design and technology and the successful outcomes of adult learners living with tension and complex PTSD. This research has resulted in development of the Transformative Mindset Instructional Design (TMID) model.

REFUND POLICY:

A full refund will be given to students/participants who do not log any hours in the class.

Questions? Contact Brittney Maske at MaskeBrittneM@jccmi.edu.

Sponsored by CCE