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Creating Content that can Elevate LUMI
Creating engaging content can be hard, but creating engaging content that truly tests and helps learners to grow is even harder. The best place to start is with the learning objectives. As most course authors know, the learning objectives inform both the learner and the course author about WHAT they will be learning and…
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Need for User Experience (UX) category or tags
More explicit attention needs to be paid to the look & feel and User Experience (UX) concerns of those of us using the BrightSpace platform on a daily basis. Issues like: • Lack of white space • Too much white space • Poorly formatted elements • Too much clicking required • Too much scrolling required • Poor navigation and…
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Classic Content Best Practices/Pedagogy
Our college is in the very early stages of embarking on our Brightspace journey. We will be fully implemented by fall 2025. I have completed the paid Brightspace Certificate training so I feel quite knowledgeable about the tool. Now I am working to figure out effective teaching practices for structuring the content area…
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DALL-E: Tips for Writing Effective Prompts
What is DALL-E? DALL-E is an AI tool developed by OpenAI that generates highly detailed and creative images from text descriptions, allowing users to create customized visuals by simply describing what they want to see. It leverages advanced machine learning to understand and render intricate details based on the input…
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Exploring Synergies Between Learning Experience Design and Instructional Design
In the realm of education and training, two fields stand out for their roles in shaping effective learning: Learning Experience Design (LXD) and Instructional Design (ID). Both aim to make learning better, but they do it in different ways. LXD focuses on making learning fun and engaging, while ID focuses on make sure…
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Incorporating Labs into Online Courses
Are you converting an in-person course with a lab component for online delivery? It can be a challenge to switch face-to-face tasks requiring special equipment to a virtual space. There are several things to consider if part of your online course involves lab work, simulations, or demonstrations. Learning Objectives What…
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Love the ID Escape Room course...could we get a copy?
Hi, All! Our team at the Center for Instructional Innovation at Augusta University explored the "Escape Room" course ( ) today, and we loved it. :) We were wondering if there's any way we could get an export of the course so we could play around with the design. Thank you for making this example of creative use of release…
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Branching Scenarios and AI
What are branching scenarios? They’re like those choose-your-own-adventure books you may have read as a kid. Learners are placed in a decision-making role, navigating through a series of inter-connected, multiple-choice questions that are often based on a simple story. The nature of a branching scenario is interactive, so…
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Upcoming Community Event: GAAD 2024
"Accessibility allows us to tap into everyone’s potential” - Debra Ruh. As instructional designers, we are at the forefront of designing content with accessibility in mind. Brightspace Community has a new Accessibility event coming up to celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day! Find out more about why accessibility is…
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Enhancing Online Learning with Avatars
As instructional designers, we are continually seeking innovative ways to engage learners and facilitate meaningful learning experiences. One powerful tool that is worthy of consideration is the use of avatars. Avatars offer a range of benefits in online learning, from personalization to enhanced interactivity. In this…
