AI + Instructional Design: Who Gets Replaced (and Who Thrives)
Discover the Effective Gamification Framework: https://bit.ly/4ncHuDO Free live training hosted by MJ! Register here: https://bit.ly/3IrwuQE AI can already replace instructional designers who rely on traditional e-learning methods. But what if you could use AI to become more valuable instead of obsolete? In this video, you’ll learn how AI is transforming instructional design, which roles are most at risk, and how to future-proof your career by focusing on what AI can’t do. ChatGPT or other AI tools to build courses, you’ve probably noticed something: AI is great at structuring content, generating slides, and creating quizzes. But that’s exactly the problem. Most e-learning today follows a “teach-then-test” model — and AI is rapidly mastering it. That means instructional designers who rely on this model are becoming replaceable. But there’s a better way. You’ll discover: Why the teach-then-test model is failing learners (and your career) The one design decision that makes you irreplaceable How to design training that drives real behavior change What AI is actually good for in instructional design How to use AI as a tool to amplify your expertise (not replace it) This video is for instructional designers, learning experience designers (LXD), and anyone creating corporate training who wants to stay relevant in the age of AI. If you’re tired of creating boring, ineffective training and want to stand out as a high-value expert, this will change how you think about your role. 0:00 Intro 1:02 WHO WILL AI REPLACE? 2:30 YOUR IRREPLACEABLE VALUE 4:21 WHAT AI IS ACTUALLY GOOD FOR 5:38 WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOUR CAREER 6:53 KEY TAKEAWAYS Say hi on social: LinkedIn: / mariejoleroux Facebook: / gamificationoftraining Instagram: / mariejo.leroux Twitter: / mariejoleroux Amazing theme song I never tire of by / ikson #effectivegamification #mariejoleroux #gamificationexamples #gamification #elearning #instructionaldesign #learningdesign #corporatetraining

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