Forum Discussion
Personal career Development Curriculum
Hi Team!
I have been in L&D for about 3.5 years and fell into it accidentally. I love it and also feel like I have so much to learn. I have been informally mentored in some instructional design concepts by a coworker as well as have taken training in the Articulate suite from Yukon Learning and Tim Slade. While this has been very helpful, I find there is so much I need to learn. I especially have a difficult time coming up with slide look and feel ideas. I have not had training in slide design or graphic design.
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1. I am trying to develop a personal curriculum to keep getting better. If you were helping a relative beginner, what skills would you recommend they learn and in what order?
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2. What recommendations do you have for learning to design beautiful slides and layout look and feels?
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3. What are your favorite resources, courses, etc...?
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I currently have access to LinkedIn Learning and just purchased the books Slideology and Visual Design Solutions.
Thanks in advance!
Hi there!
It’s fantastic that you’ve already taken steps to enhance your skills in L&D and instructional design. Slide design and the overall look and feel of your presentations are crucial for effective learning. Since you’re looking to develop a personal curriculum, I'd recommend starting with foundational design principles, followed by hands-on practice with tools like the Articulate suite, and then focusing on advanced techniques in visual storytelling.
For learning to design beautiful slides, I’d suggest immersing yourself in design inspiration platforms like Behance or Dribbble. You might also want to explore LinkedIn Learning courses focused specifically on graphic design principles and tools like Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop, which are excellent for enhancing your design capabilities.
As for resources, the books you've purchased, Slideology and Visual Design Solutions, are fantastic choices. Additionally, consider checking out blogs and YouTube channels dedicated to instructional design and graphic design.
On a slightly different note, I’ve found that stepping outside of the usual design resources can also spark creativity. For instance, exploring different industries like interior design or even hair salons can provide fresh perspectives on aesthetics and presentation. For example, if you’re ever in Wisconsin, you might find inspiration in unexpected places like hair salons in Kenosha WI. They often use color and layout in creative ways that could translate well into your slide designs. Good luck with your journey, and remember, creativity often comes from blending different influences!
