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Latest · 31 January 2024 · 4 min read

Problem Based Learning

As we navigate the intricate dance between digital and traditional pedagogies, we're drawn to a beacon of modern education: blended learning.

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28 January 2024 · 3 min read
Merrill’s Instructional Design Principles

Merrill's 5 instructional design principles: Learn how problem-centred learning, activation, demonstration, application & integration make training stick.

25 January 2024 · 4 min read
Learning Methodologies and Activities

Explore learning methodologies that actually work. From active learning to blended approaches, find the right methodology for your team.

22 January 2024 · 3 min read
Instructional Designers Basics Course

Explore our Instructional Design Basics course covering face-to-face, microlearning, virtual classrooms, and blended learning, with tools included.

19 January 2024 · 2 min read
Instructional Design Course

Join our industry-leading 12-week instructional design course using the ADDIE model, with templates, personalised coaching, and a certificate.

16 January 2024 · 3 min read
Educational Design, Learning Design, or Instructional Design?

What is educational design, and how does it differ from instructional or learning design? Get the no-fluff breakdown and find your fit.

13 January 2024 · 2 min read
Ebbinghaus’ Forgetting Curve

Ebbinghaus' forgetting curve – a practical, everyday guide to making your learning programs as sticky as possible for real learners.

10 January 2024 · 1 min read
Conducting a Learning Needs Analysis

Learn how to conduct a Learning Needs Analysis (LNA) with Hungry Minds' 5-step process for pinpointing real skill and knowledge gaps in your team.

7 January 2024 · 2 min read
Creating engaging Rise 360 eLearning with a Canva Twist

Learn how to combine Rise 360 and Canva to build engaging, visually rich eLearning. Practical tips for instructional designers.

4 January 2024 · 2 min read
Applying Problem Based Learning

Problem-based learning builds critical thinking, creativity and real-world skills. Here's how to apply PBL in your training and learning design programs.

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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?

Online courses

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

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Virtual coaching

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

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Engaging, beautifully designed, and delivered with care — Hungry Minds exceeded expectations.
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