Thinking about my \u201cdesign identity,\u201d I realize that I have been designing learning experiences for years, even though I have not necessarily thought of myself as an instructional designer. I work as a facilitator and curriculum developer, primarily with adult learners, including newcomers to Canada and people preparing to enter or re-enter the workforce. Over the years, I have developed and revised courses in areas such as basic life skills, workplace skills, customer service, cashier training, and basic computer skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
My approach to designing learning has largely developed through experience. I value learning that is practical, accessible, and relevant to learners\u2019 lives. Many of the adults I work with come to class with very different educational backgrounds, English abilities, digital skills, confidence levels, and life experiences. Because of this, I have learned that what works well with one group may not work with another. I often adapt activities, explanations, pacing, and materials based on the learners in front of me rather than following a fixed approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
I also value interaction and creating an environment where learners feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and learning from one another. For me, successful learning is not simply about delivering content; it is about helping people understand how they can actually use what they are learning outside the classroom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
At this point, I would describe my design identity as practical, flexible, learner-centred, and strongly influenced by my experiences as a facilitator. I am interested in exploring instructional design models because many of the choices I currently make are intuitive and based on experience. I am curious to see whether this course gives me a language and theoretical foundation for understanding why I design learning the way I do, while also challenging me to think differently about some of those choices.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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