An Instructional Designer can:

• Analyse learning needs and then systematically develop instruction.
• Study instructional theories, tools and resources to develop methods that facilitate learning
• Use current research in educational psychology, educational theory and systems analysis to ensure the most suitable teaching methods are used
• Base their decisions on proven instructional design methods
• Use pedagogically sound teaching methods and the latest technology to design effective learning products
• Draw from their deep knowledge of the various strategies and technologies that can be applied to course design
• Work with Subject Matter Experts (SME) or “content specialist”
• Create:
  • Online and distributed learning courses
  • Tutorials
  • Workshops
  • Training manuals
  • Seminars
  • CD or DVDs
  • Assessments
• Plans and implements the most effective training strategies
• Integrates feedback, student support, assessment and course evaluation into the training program
• Works with multimedia designers and programmers to implement the design
• Evaluates the effectiveness of the learning product

Some Instructional Designers will have a broad range, or specialised, skills in one or more of the following areas:

• Designing and developing eLearning programs and assessment quizzes in authoring tools, including StoryLine and RISE
• Creating ASQA-compliant accredited learning and assessment material
• Combining ASQA-compliant accredited training with complex, organisationally-specific operational needs

Recommended reading:

• Don Clarke discusses seven theories for designing learning environment

Learn more:

• How to Become an Instructional Designer
• Instructional Design Courses
• Do You Need An Instructional Design Degree Qualification?
• Instructional Design
• What is the ADDIE Model of Instructional Design Anyway?!
• The Instructional Design Method