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Latest · 2 September 2025 · 6 min read

How to design learning that changes behaviour

Embed learning into everyday moments to shift how your teams work. By Bianca SchimizziDirector & Lead Instructional Designer | Hungry Minds When it comes to changing a behaviour – like quitting sugar or limiting screentime – success doesn’t come from knowing more. It comes from having the right cues, support, and motivation to do something […]

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26 August 2025 · 2 min read
How to choose an instructional design course

What to look for in an instructional design course that builds real skills, real projects, and a portfolio you’re proud to show off.

15 August 2025 · 3 min read
Why Most Workplace Training Fails, and the Fix

Outdated learning models don’t drive change. Discover how culture-first workplace training makes behaviour stick – long after the workshop ends.

22 July 2025 · 7 min read
The ID Toolkit: Tools, Templates and AI Picks

The instructional design toolkit built by practitioners. Tools, frameworks, AI picks, and templates that actually move the needle, no bloat, no busywork.

25 June 2025 · 3 min read
Needs analysis: the part of learning strategy everyone skips

A real learning strategy starts with a proper needs analysis. Learn how to uncover capability gaps, sharpen focus, and build learning that sticks

23 June 2025 · 3 min read
Use It or Lose It: Pre-Purchase Consulting Before EOFY

Use it or lose it: Training budgets don’t roll over – but the good news? Your plans can. Buy before EOFY to save it for the next!

18 June 2025 · 2 min read
Why Poor Training Costs More Than You Think It Does

Poor training drains productivity, culture, and capability. Discover how smart strategy fixes it—and fuels real business results.

11 June 2025 · 3 min read
Instructional Design Strategy vs. Content Design

Learn why instructional design strategy—not content alone—moves the needle on workplace performance, culture, and long-term growth.

4 June 2025 · 14 min read
A Learning Strategy That Shapes Culture and Performance

Build a learning strategy that helps people do their jobs better – every day. Get practical tools to shape culture, lift performance, and drive results.

29 May 2025 · 3 min read
5 questions smart teams ask to avoid digital learning mistakes

Avoid digital learning mistakes by asking the right questions up front. Get the guide and build learning programs that actually work.

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What is instructional design?

WHAT IS INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN?

At its core, instructional design is the art and science of crafting learning experiences that stick. But it’s so much more than just dumping information on learners and hoping it sinks in.

At Hungry Minds, we’re the masterminds behind training that doesn’t suck. The learning we create is effective, impactful, and dare we say it… fun.

By taking a systematic, learner-centred approach, we create programs that are:

  • Engaging: We make learning people lean into. Well-designed learning activates minds and sparks curiosity.
  • Effective: We ensure that training is focused, practical and aligned with real-world performance needs.
  • Efficient: Thoughtful design maximizes everyone’s time and energy. No filler, no wasted hours, no ‘meh’.
  • Enjoyable: Great instructional design allows for creativity, unpredictability and even a little humour.

The end result is training that’s custom-built for the needs of your learners and organisation. No cookie-cutter courses or one-size-fits-all approaches. Just learning that captivates, activates and truly clicks.

And that’s precisely what we deliver. Every. Damn. Time.

And in today’s fast-moving world, where upskilling and reskilling are a constant, that’s more important than ever.

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SINK YOUR TEETH INTO OUR COURSES

Did you know that, beyond consulting and learning design, Hungry Minds is a leader in the world of learning design courses?

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Yep! We teach you how to create and design Ah-mazing learning. Are you hungry?

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Our expert coaches, who are all brilliant ID’s in their own right, are standing by ready to assist you.

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