Intro
As someone deeply immersed in instructional design and technology, I’m always on the lookout for high-quality learning experiences. Recently, I took an Introduction to Learning Experience Design (LXD) Specialization on Coursera and it exceeded my expectations.
Overview
“An Introduction to Learning Experience Design will equip you with a broad knowledge of the field of learning experience design. This includes knowledge of key design activities, tools that learning experience designers (LXDs) use, and a look at the contemporary pedagogical, technological, and research information that designers need to stay current in the field. You’ll also hear from professional learning designers, academic scholars, and leaders in the field who will discuss contemporary issues and directions. Through these experiences, you’ll begin to establish pathways and networks for your career. With the help of extended reality, get the chance to experience authentic, immersive design scenarios where you’ll be tasked with creating and implementing your own course design.”1
This specialization on Coursera is a 3 course series
- Learning Experience Design: Orientation to the Profession
- 17 hours
What you’ll learn: Learn the key components of the learning experience design process.- Use inclusive design principles and frameworks Identify possible learning design career pathways
- 17 hours
- Learning Experience Design: Theories and Frameworks
- 13 hours
- What you’ll learn: Analyze learner needs and learning contexts
- Implement taxonomies and theories for design
- 13 hours
- Learning Experience Design: Development and Evaluation
- 11 hours
- What you’ll learn: Develop assessments for learning
- Use media design strategies to create engaging course content
- Evaluate designs for learning
- 11 hours
Why I Recommend It
The courses, taught by Dr. Rebecca Quintana and Dr. Chris Quintana, exceeded my expectations. The specialization provided a well-rounded exploration of Learning Experience Design. The instructors were knowledgeable and approachable, and the balance between theory and practical application was just right. I feel more confident in my ability to create learning experiences that are not only effective but also engaging and enjoyable for learners. If you’re an educator, instructional designer, or even someone curious about LXD, this course is a must!
Taught by:
Rebecca Quintana, PhD, Director of Blended Online Learning Design, Adjunct Lecturer
Chris Quintana, Associate Professor
University of Michigan School of Education
- Coursera. Introduction to Learning Experience Design Specialization. University of Michigan. Retrieved from https://www.coursera.org/specializations/introduction-to-learning-experience-design. ↩︎