LIVE From South College - Exploring Instructional Design with Dr Holly Dennis & A BIG Number

SummaryIn this episode, Kathleen Stockham interviews Dr. Holly Dennis, Executive Director of Instructional Design and Technology at South College. They discuss the growth of South College, the role of instructional design in education, and the pathways to becoming an instructional designer. Dr. Dennis shares insights into the creative and technical aspects of instructional design, the importance of understanding different learning styles, and the rewarding process of developing new educational programs. The conversation also touches on the diverse career opportunities for instructional designers beyond traditional education settings.KeywordsInstructional Design, South College, Education Technology, Learning Styles, Career PathwaysTakeawaysInstructional design combines teaching, technology, and psychology.South College has grown to over 20,000 students.Instructional design is about creating engaging and effective learning experiences.Different learning styles are considered in instructional design.Instructional designers work in various fields beyond education.The process of developing new programs is rewarding and collaborative.Instructional design requires both creative and technical skills.There is no single path to becoming an instructional designer.South College offers a postdoctoral certificate in instructional design.Competency-based education allows flexible learning at South College.Title OptionsExploring Instructional Design with Dr. Holly DennisThe Growth of South College: A Conversation with Dr. DennisInstructional Design: Bridging Creativity and TechnologyUnderstanding Learning Styles in EducationCareer Opportunities in Instructional DesignDeveloping Educational Programs: Insights from Dr. DennisThe Role of Instructional Design in Modern EducationPathways to a Career in Instructional DesignSouth College's Innovative Approach to EducationFlexible Learning with Competency-Based EducationSound bitesInstructional design combines teaching, technology, and psychology.South College has grown to over 20,000 students.Creating engaging and effective learning experiences.Understanding different learning styles is crucial.Instructional designers work beyond traditional education.Developing new programs is a rewarding process.Instructional design requires creative and technical skills.No single path to becoming an instructional designer.South College offers a postdoctoral certificate.Competency-based education allows flexible learning.Got a question? Have some feedback? Email us at [email protected] or come visit us at www.south.edu.  Follow us on social media too.  The Live from South College Podcast is your source for all South College activity including new student information, deeps dive’s into our 100+ programs, and concentrations,  “Tools of the Trade,” and even Live on location from all of our campuses! Great interviews with Faculty, Staff, Deans and hear from South College students and alumni in their own words. From Certificates all the way to Doctoral degrees, catch up with “Live from South College” for the lighter side of helping your dreams find direction.