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About the Course

In Orientation to the Profession, you’ll be introduced to the “big ideas” of LXD. Begin with the essential aspects of the design process, from ideation to evaluation. During this section, you’ll also take a brief look at learning theories and design frameworks that help LXDs move from an initial concept to a completed course. Examine the instructional triangle to identify productive interactions in support of learning, and understand how technology can be used throughout the design process and by learners during the course. Gain insight into the foundational ideas of inclusive design and study principles of Universal Design for Learning. Finally, you’ll hear from several learning professionals, as you situate yourself in the field and start to map your own career path. This course will include an immersive activity where you can experience what it is like to join a project team as a new learning experience designer. By participating in this orientation, you’ll gain an appreciation for the creativity and complexity of the profession, and be well-positioned to continue on in the series....

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By Nick T

Dec 26, 2024

Okay, so imagine you’re thrown into the world of Learning Experience Design (LXD), and it’s like stepping into a massive library with no map. This course? It’s the librarian you didn’t know you needed. Suddenly, all those cryptic signs about learner-centered design, inclusive practices, and fancy tools like Universal Design for Learning (UDL) start to make sense. What I loved was how it made LXD feel less like rocket science and more like a messy-but-awesome art project. You learn about designing for all kinds of learners, using tech that doesn’t just sit there looking shiny but actually works. Also, the reflective exercises? It’s like the course held up a mirror and said, “Hey, what do YOU want to do with all this?”—which, let’s be honest, is kind of scary but also motivating. By the end, I felt like I could walk into a design meeting and not only hold my own but maybe even impress the room. If you’re curious about how to blend creativity, tech, and actual human empathy in learning design, this is the course for you. Also, you’ll look way smarter casually dropping “UDL” into conversations. 10/10 would recommend.

By Giridharan D

Apr 3, 2024

Excellently put together, sequential and comprehensive, covers all the fundamentals that is required to attain mastery in the domain of LXD. Do spend considerable amount of time on the additional resources. It really helps in building depth in LXD.

By Niranjan K

Sep 17, 2024

This is such a great course. I especially liked UDL for learning and the model of the learner's brain. I had previously completed a UX specialization before so it was also great to hear the distinction between UX and LDX.

By Lindsay L

Oct 22, 2024

The other two courses in this series are even better and continue to build upon the information presented here.

By Mariam B

Dec 24, 2024

Thank you so much for this course 🙏

By Айгерим С

Jul 16, 2024

It was well-designed course

By Achmad F R

Jul 4, 2024

Good Course,

By Mariia L

Oct 2, 2024

Not bad. I expected the course to be expanded with more examples of real LXD projects.