Aligning Design with Recognized Standards: Turning Three Shots into Two
Aligning Design with Recognized Standards: Turning Three Shots into Two Written by Steven Bradley and Dr. Angela Robbins In instructional design, especially in client-driven environments, it’s easy to feel the pull toward output over outcome. Yet if our goal is genuine learner growth, the principle remains the same as in elite sports: quality beats quantity. […]
Accessibility for Neurodivergent Learners
Accessibility for Neurodivergent Learners By: Natalie Taylor Hart Accessibility is a critical component of ensuring that all target learners for a course, regardless of ability, can use and learn from our instructional materials. Implementing accessibility practices enhances the effectiveness and inclusivity of instruction. Many apps have helpful built-in tools to check technical components in documents. […]
What Is QM—And Why Should We Care?
What Is QM—And Why Should We Care? Written by Dr. Angela Robbins Quality is often overlooked in the rush to quickly deliver training and online learning. At eLearningDOC, we make it our priority. We are committed to designing learning experiences that go beyond checking the box and, instead, truly transform how people learn. Quality Matters® […]
Access Meets Excellence: How Standards Help Us Reach Every Learner Where They Are
Access Meets Excellence: How Standards Help Us Reach Every Learner Where They Are Written by Bradley A. Davis, BRMP, CAE A few years ago, I worked with a trade association that launched a series of online courses. The content was solid, the subject matter expert was top-tier, and the platform had all the bells and […]
How to Be a “One-Take Wonder:” Making Bite-Sized Videos In One-Take
How to Be a “One-Take Wonder:” Making Bite-Sized Videos In One-Take Written by Janet Lee Have you ever tried recording your voicemail greeting, only to delete and re-record it over and over? What if you could nail it in one take—and actually be happy with it? In the film world, people who pull this […]
Ensuring Online Training is Accessible to All Learners
Ensuring Online Training is Accessible to All Learners Written by Dr. Toni DiMella Digital content has become the backbone of student learning, professional development, compliance education, and workforce upskilling. However, as we design for convenience and scale, we cannot forget the critical responsibility of ensuring everyone can access the content we create. Accessibility not only […]
From Baby Boomers to Gen Z: How WCAG Drives Organizational Success
From Baby Boomers to Gen Z: How WCAG Drives Organizational Success Written by Mark Wallach, MBA Web accessibility compliance, especially following the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), is not merely about meeting regulatory standards; it’s about promoting inclusivity, improving user experience, and driving significant organizational advantages. By embracing WCAG standards, associations can enjoy the following […]
A Strategic Guide for Creating Impactful Learning Content for External Stakeholders
A Strategic Guide for Creating Impactful Learning Content for External Stakeholders Written by Dr. Diana Brandon You’ve done it! Your organization is strong. You have amazing things to offer. Your team knows it, and they believe in your mission. It’s time to scale up and grow your organization outside the current scope. And you’re stuck. […]
Motivating and Retaining Young Employees Through Learning and Development
Motivating and Retaining Young Employees Through Learning and Development Written by Kristen Stevenson, PhD (ABD) In the third quarter of 2023, Generation Z employees surpassed the number of baby boomers (DeMaria et al., 2024). Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, is aged 13 to 28 (Beresford Research, 2025). Some people in older generations (Boomers, […]
Improving Product Adoption and Customer Success Through Training
Improving Product Adoption and Customer Success Through Training Written by Dr. Angela Robbins Introducing a new product to the world is exciting, but the real challenge is making sure people use and love it. Even the most innovative, game-changing products can struggle if customers don’t understand how to get the most out of them. No […]
