Become an IDOL: Instructional Design and Online Learning

Jan 09 2025 100 ep. 34 mins 182
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Are you interested in Instructional Design & Online Learning (IDOL) development? Would you like to change careers and become an IDOL? Join me, Dr. Robin Sargent, owner of IDOL courses, as I chat with other experts about everything course building and landing a job as an instructional designer.

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Become an IDOL Podcast: Learning in Context - Generative AI with Kayvon Touran | 104

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