All Things Learning Design

In this episode, Julie Dirksen, Learning Strategy Consultant, Usable Learning and author of the bestselling instructional design books, ‘Design for How People Learn’ and ‘Talk to the Elephant: Design Learning for Behavior Change,’ and Nolan Hout, Senior Vice President, Growth, Infopro Learning, explore how behavioral science can shape more effective learning experiences. Julie explains how to uncover the real performance challenges behind training requests, design for behavior change, and use AI thoughtfully in modern learning design. The conversation also explores curiosity, motivation, and the importance of aligning learning with real business outcomes, providing clear insights for instructional designers and L&D professionals seeking to create a meaningful impact.