Designing with Love
Hosted by Grand Canyon University (GCU) adjunct instructor and professional instructional designer Jackie Pelegrin, this podcast explores instructional design, e-learning, and how to incorporate AI technology into different aspects of your work. Tune in for expert tips, real-world insights, and inspiring stories from students, alumni, and leaders in the field.
Episodes
71 episodes
The SME Connection: Your Roadmap to Success
Ever wish SME reviews didn’t drag on forever? We map a simple route for turning expert knowledge into learner performance—without meetings that sprawl or feedback that never lands. We’re talking clear roles, crisp outcomes, and a steady cadence...
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Season 3
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Episode 71
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11:37
The Art of AI-Powered Video Storytelling with Jeremy Toeman
What happens when a tech industry veteran gets frustrated with complicated video editing software? They build something better. In this captivating conversation, Jeremy shares his journey from early-2000s startups like Sling Media to leadership...
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Season 3
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Episode 70
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47:19
The Secret Sauce of Learning Experience Design
What makes a learning experience stick long after the course ends? We pull back the curtain on the “secret sauce” of Learning Experience Design, also known as LXD, and break it into five essential ingredients—empathy, storytelling, inter...
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Season 3
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Episode 69
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8:48
Guerrilla Scholarship: Breaking Academic Boundaries with Dr. Sheldon Greaves
What happens when passionate curiosity meets unconventional research methods? Dr. Sheldon Greaves reveals the power of "guerrilla scholarship," which is a creative approach to intellectual work that flourishes outside traditional academic walls...
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Season 3
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Episode 68
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38:56
Click, Swipe, Learn: Crafting Interactive Content That Works
Most training looks polished yet forgettable; this one shows how to make learning unforgettable by design. This episode breaks down five practical strategies that turn passive content into active skill-building: set laser-clear objectives, tran...
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Season 3
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Episode 67
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7:51
Tech That Works For You, Not Against You with Michael Toguchi
What if technology could actually give you back 20% of your workday instead of creating more busywork? In this illuminating conversation with Michael Toguchi, we explore how strategic technology solutions are transforming higher education insti...
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Season 3
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Episode 66
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36:13
Accessibility in Action: Inclusive Design for Every Learner
Designing truly inclusive learning experiences requires more than good intentions—it demands practical knowledge of accessibility principles that benefit every learner. Whether you're creating content for higher education, corporate training, o...
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Season 3
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Episode 65
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12:56
From Structure to Freedom: Balancing Creative Flow in Design with Peter Swimm
What happens when the structures designed to support creativity start to suffocate it instead? Peter Swimm, project management consultant at Toilville, brings a refreshingly honest perspective to this tension that every designer faces.R...
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Season 3
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Episode 64
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44:04
From Theory to Practice: Bringing Learning Theories to Life in Instructional Design
Ever felt stuck translating learning theories into actual instructional design practice? You're not alone. Learning theories like Behaviorism and Constructivism often remain abstract concepts rather than practical tools—until now....
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Season 3
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Episode 63
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9:40
Think, Do, Reflect: Using Constructivism in Instructional Design
Whether you're brand new to the field or just looking for a refresher, today's episode will help you understand what constructivism is, how it's applied in instructional design, and how you can begin to incorporate it into your own practice.&nb...
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Season 3
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Episode 62
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7:30
Designing with Layers: Exploring Elaboration Theory
Ever feel like your instructional design is missing that special something that makes learning truly stick? The answer might lie in the way you're structuring your content. In this episode, we explore Elaboration Theory—a powerful approach deve...
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Season 3
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Episode 61
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6:09
Beyond the Burnout: Finding Your Why in Education with Dr. Albert Bramante
What happens when you're thrown into a college classroom with zero preparation and told, "You start tomorrow"? Dr. Albert Bramante faced exactly this scenario when he unexpectedly became a psychology professor overnight. His remarkable journey ...
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Season 3
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Episode 60
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45:28
Training with Heart: Where Science Meets Inclusive Design with Tracy King
Tracy King's journey from accidental instructional designer to learning strategist reveals the transformative power of well-designed training experiences. As founder and CEO of InspirEd, they have built their career on making learning accessibl...
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Season 3
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Episode 59
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30:51
Start with the Core: Merrill’s First Principles of Instruction
Ever wondered what separates truly effective learning experiences from those that fade from memory as soon as the lesson ends? The answer might lie in applying Merrill's First Principles of Instruction – a powerful framework that transce...
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Season 3
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Episode 58
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8:31
Designing on the Fly: How Rapid Prototyping Speeds Up Smarter Learning Design
Feeling overwhelmed by tight deadlines and shifting expectations in your instructional design projects? Discover how Rapid Prototyping can transform your approach to creating effective learning experiences.Rapid prototyping flips...
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Season 3
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Episode 57
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7:05
The Power of Just-in-Time Learning with Grant Fuellenbach
In the latest episode of the Designing with Love podcast, host Jackie Pelegrin engages in an enlightening conversation with Grant Fullenbach, founder of GO First Consulting. The episode explores the fascinating intersection between con...
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Season 3
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Episode 56
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34:05
Designing Effective Learning: A Deep Dive into the Dick and Carey Model
Have you ever struggled to create courses that truly engage your learners? The Dick and Carey model might be the game-changer you've been seeking. Unlike traditional linear approaches, this powerful framework views instructional design a...
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Season 3
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Episode 55
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9:26
Beyond Learning Outcomes: Designing for Humans or Learners?
Navigating the world of instructional design can be confusing when similar-sounding concepts appear to overlap. That's exactly the challenge many ID professionals face when distinguishing between human-centered design and learner-centered de...
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Season 3
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Episode 54
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7:33
Data vs. Soul: Finding Your Value in the AI Revolution with Jim Edwards
When Jim Edwards graduated with a history degree in the 1980s, he never imagined he'd become a pioneer in AI-powered copywriting. After bouncing between seven sales jobs in 18 months, he discovered his talent for persuasion, eventually building...
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Season 3
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Episode 53
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45:49
Mastering Complex Learning with the 4C/ID Model
Struggling with designing effective learning for complex skills? The Four-Component Instructional Design Model (4C/ID) might be exactly what you need in your instructional design toolkit.Most traditional learning models start wit...
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Season 3
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Episode 52
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6:44
Needs Analysis and Learner Personas: Your Secret Weapon for Effective Learning
What happens when you launch a learning experience that misses the mark despite solid content? The critical missing ingredient might be a deep understanding of your audience. In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked foundation of effect...
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Season 3
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Episode 51
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7:49
Educational Trenches: Surviving and Thriving with Dr. Dana Goodier
When the classroom feels like a battlefield, who's there to pull you through? In this illuminating conversation with Dr. Goodier, we dive deep into the concept of "educational trenches" – those challenging periods when educators question their ...
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Season 3
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Episode 50
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32:06
Building Student-Centered Online Courses with Shannon Boyer
Shannon Boyer shatters the myth of passive income in online education, revealing why high-quality courses require active engagement and student-centered design. Drawing from her 17 years of experience developing innovative college programs, she...
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Season 3
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Episode 49
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39:39
Designing for the Connected Learner: A Connectivism Guide
Ever wondered why traditional learning designs feel increasingly outdated in our digital world? The answer lies in Connectivism: a revolutionary approach that's reshaping how effective learning happens today.Connectivism recogniz...
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Season 3
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Episode 48
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6:28
Backward Design: Start with the End in Mind
Have you ever created a learning experience that left you wondering whether your learners truly understood the point? Backward Design might be the solution you've been seeking. This transformative approach flips the traditional instructi...
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Season 3
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Episode 47
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5:51
