10 Principles of Learning Design: A Strategic Architecture for Institutional Agility and Future-Making
In an era of rapid technological disruption, the traditional model of “teaching as we were taught” is no longer viable. 10 Principles of Learning Design provides a strategic architecture for transforming higher education curricula into adaptable, future-proof learning ecosystems. This practical guide empowers instructional designers, curriculum managers, and university leaders to move beyond mere content delivery. By exploring key areas like foundational pedagogy, learner agency, and curriculum lifecycle management, the framework shifts educational design toward proactive “future-making”. Featuring evidence-based principles, actionable workshop outlines, and reflective questions, this book serves as an essential blueprint for equipping institutions to foster lifelong learners ready for an unpredictable world.
8-Stage Learning Design Framework: Using Student Profiles and Personas
An introduction to the 8-SLDF, the Eights Stage Learning Design Framework. This volume includes the first stage of the framework: creating and using student profiles and personas to ensure effective course and programme design.
The book is a short, practical guide for new faculty and experienced learning designers, with team-design activities suggested throughout. Richly illustrated, it provides an overview of learning design models, patterns and frameworks before exploring the value of creating student profiles and personas to guide your learning designs. The 8-SLDF is a flexible framework that can incorporate other approaches, particularly in learning activity design and assessment.
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Writing Good Learning Outcomes and Objectives
Stage Four of the 8-Stage Learning Design Framework (8-SLDF). A guide to all faculty and learning designers, instructional designers, and anyone constructing formal curricula. It is designed to be read through from beginning to end and still serve as a kind of handbook. It is subdivided into chapters that address particular facets of the design process, each using learning outcomes. (Additional resources are available here )
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