February 2, 11:00 AM EST

1 hour

Free

An Insider's Perspective: Making the Leap from Educator to Instructional Designer

An Insider's Perspective: Making the Leap from Educator to Instructional Designer

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Many educators and others are thinking about transitioning into the world of Instructional Design.

Educators have tons of transferable skills that make them great candidates for this type of role, but it's difficult to know where to start with this journey. 

In this webinar, you will learn 7 tips for transitioning into a role in instructional design, including how to:

  • Identify the best resources and areas to upskill
  • Describe the differences between teaching and instructional design
  • Contrast different sectors of the Instructional Design world
  • Discuss professional materials and how to prepare for a new role

About the presenter

Holly is an experienced Learning & Development leader, podcaster, and educator with nearly 20 years of expertise in instructional design, edtech, and growth marketing. With a LinkedIn community of 50,000+ followers, she's known for her authentic voice, actionable insights, and dedication to helping others advance their L&D careers.

Holly M. Owens

Freelance Instructional Designer, Jolly Holly Ed Services

In this webinar, you will learn 7 tips for transitioning into a role in instructional design, including how to:

  • Identify the best resources and areas to upskill
  • Describe the differences between teaching and instructional design
  • Contrast different sectors of the Instructional Design world
  • Discuss professional materials and how to prepare for a new role

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