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Oct 2021
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32: All Things Instructional Design with...

EdUp Learning and Development
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On the 32nd episode of EdUp EdTech, I got to chat with Julie Dirksen, who is the author of Design for How People Learn and a learning strategist. During this episode, we talk about all things instructional design! Over at Usable Learning, Julie offers workshops, consulting, resources for learning & development teams and instructional designers. Julie also shares her insights and perspective for those looking to jump into instructional design. Look out for her next book! Hint: It’s on behavior change. 

More About Julie 

Julie’s path to instructional design and education while doing data entry. She was asked to train others and found she enjoyed creating the materials for training and working with technology. She started taking classes in instructional design and technology and eventually got her Master’s degree. She has now been an independent instructional designer and strategist for over 10 years. 

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