PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
This demo module was created to support Learning & Development teams in onboarding and upskilling new instructional designers and junior LXDs. Built in Articulate Storyline, the course highlights five essential skills every Learning Experience Designer should master, using multimedia elements, self-assessment, and practical application.
Drawing on the ARCS model, the module is designed to boost engagement by emphasizing relevance, building confidence, and encouraging real-world transfer of skills.
Type: Microlearning
Client: Demo project for Learning & Dev teams
Use case: Professional Development, ID Communication & Advocacy
Date: February 2022
Tool 1: Articulate Storyline
Tool 2: PowerPoint
Skill 1: Instructional Desgn
Skill 2: Graphic Design
Skill 3: Needs Analysis
Skill 4: Storyboarding
The design process began with a focused needs analysis to identify the core skills essential for Learning Experience Designers. Insights were gathered through industry research and expert feedback to ensure relevance and alignment with professional development goals. Following the ADDIE model, the module was initially storyboarded in PowerPoint, then developed in Storyline 360 to create a structured, learner-centered experience.
In the design and development phase, I created a detailed storyboard in PowerPoint to outline the course structure, content flow, and interactive elements. This served as the blueprint for building the module in Storyline 360, where multimedia features such as images, interactive buttons, and self-assessment activities were integrated to enhance engagement. The design emphasized clarity, consistency, and user-friendly navigation to support learners as they explored each core skill.
Once the course was built and refined, the module was prepared for implementation within a corporate learning environment. A prototype was reviewed by a small focus group to gather feedback on clarity, functionality, and engagement. Based on this input, final adjustments were made in Storyline 360 to ensure a seamless learner experience. The completed course was then packaged as a SCORM file, ready for upload into an LMS where it could be tracked and assigned as part of a broader professional development curriculum.
To evaluate the module’s effectiveness, the design incorporated reflective prompts and self-check activities that allowed learners to assess their understanding of each skill. In a real-world setting, feedback would be collected through post-module surveys and manager observations to measure engagement, confidence, and skill transfer. Insights from learner responses and performance data could be used to iterate on the content, ensuring continuous alignment with team capability goals.
Refining the core skills list was more challenging than expected—it took several iterations to focus on what was both foundational and practical. I learned that simplifying content doesn’t mean dumbing it down. In the future, I’d include optional deep-dive resources for learners who want to explore beyond the essentials.
"There is no better colleague than Taneise. She is one of the most dedicated professionals I’ve worked with and is willing to put that extra help whenever you need it. I highly recommend her expertise to any person looking for an Instructional Designer."
-Dwayne Wood, Ed.D, Instructor/Instructional Designer