10 Principles of Learning Design
Access the PDF here. Sandwiched between the overlying educational philosophy and the framework for learning design lie the design principles. […]
Relationship between learning models and patterns: 9S Model and DiAL-e Learning Patterns
A learning model serves to map the skeleton of a course, ensuring that it is constructively aligned, workload balanced and
When to use models and patterns in course design
For university course designers, the distinction between Models and Patterns is essentially the difference between the alignment of the course
A2 Poster of Psychomotor Domain for Educational Outcomes
I have been asked whether I had a poster specifically for the Psychomotor domain. I do now! This domain is
A1 Portrait Version of Taxonomies Poster Now Available
Delighted to share the 2026 Comprehensive Taxonomies of Educational Objectives A1 poster now in portrait! This size is required to
Leading Approaches: Philosophies, Principles, Frameworks, Models, and Patterns.
Unlocking the secrets to transformative education with my latest deep dive into Leading Approaches: Philosophies, Principles, Frameworks, Models, and Patterns.
EUA seeking research funding sustainability
The European University Association (EUA) released a report “Strategies for the financial sustainability of European Universities alliances” last week. The
Designing for the Future: A Curriculum Horizon-Scanning Workshop
This week’s Substack resource provides an outline for a workshop that brings together faculty to explore one of the most
Why is it important to have a learning design team focused on the future?
The Challenge of Course Design All learning designers are essentially futurists. This is because the student who embarks on your
When is AR/VR in learning design worth the investment?
What skills are we trying to develop? The 8-Stage Learning Design Framework (8-SLDF) dictates that Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual
Still Searching for the Virtual Class: Where are we at with AR/VR?
In 1995, Tiffin and Rajasingham envisaged… ‘Shirley zips into her skin-tight school uniform, which on the outside looks something like
Circular Visualisations of Taxonomies for Learning Designers.
This week’s Substack resource for paid subscribers includes six PNG’s that reflect the work I’ve been doing for over a
Is Abbott going to destroy Texan Higher education?
On January 27, Texas Governor Greg Abbott issued a directive freezing all new H-1B visa applications for state agencies, including
Ipsative Portfolio Assessment: a response to AI
First posted on Substack The AI arms race still rages. Students will identify AI writing support tools, educators will rearm
Building Beautiful Learning – a Manifesto
FIRST PUBLISHED ON SUBSTACK In 2007, I was invited to deliver a ‘keynote’ at the opening of the National e-Learning
All You Need Is Love (and a Master’s Degree)
I recognise that specialist courses, ‘Star Wars’ Studies, or Soap Opera Studies, often attract significant criticism from discipline purists. However,
Flexible Learning and the Policy Challenges
What impact is flexible learning having on learners from K-12 through to professional development? New Zealand has remarkably high levels
7 Questions on Educational Leadership
It was my privilege to answer 7 questions about leadership from Jonno White a Clarity. Read the full transcript and