Skills-Based Qualifications
A digital resume conveniently organized by skill.
Top Instructional Design Skills
Drawn from job postings, research articles, and other professional resources, I’ve compiled a list of core and specialized skills commonly used by instructional designers and related professionals in their day-to-day work. Select a skill to learn more about my experience.
Analysis & Design Skills
e-Learning Development Skills
Implementation & Evaluation Skills
Additional Skills
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Instructional Design Skills Glossary
Accessibility Champion
Dedicated to developing e-learning content that is inclusive and accessible; adheres to all relevant laws (e.g., Section 508, ADA) and strives for compliance with WCAG guidelines.
AI Authority
Leverages AI technology to increase work quality and efficiency while balancing pertinent ethical, legal, and practical considerations.
Development Wizard
Uses course authoring software to develop e-learning content that is accessible, engaging, visually attractive, and effective.
Evaluation Expert
Uses data from multiple sources to demonstrate the impact of learning solutions and identify opportunities for improvement.
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Fearless Leader
Establishes a vision that inspires, goals that motivate, and a plan that delivers results; supports team by setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback/coaching, and being an advocate.
Gamification Guru
Develops game elements that support learning by leveraging game design principles and best practices to increase learner motivation and engagement.
Learning Scientist
Uses relevant theories/research (e.g., behavioral change theories, learning transfer research) to design effective learning solutions.
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LMS Specialist
Develops e-learning content that aligns to the appropriate technical standards (e.g., SCORM, xAPI) and effectively manages learners and learning data using LMS/LXP platforms.
Master Facilitator
Uses extensive knowledge of instructional content/design and evidence-informed pedagogical strategies to boost learner engagement and support instructional outcome attainment.
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Multimedia Maven
Designs attractive and engaging visual elements (graphics and/or video) for digital instruction materials that support learning goals.
Project Wrangler
Elicits project specifications and timelines, monitors progress, coordinates team efforts, and drives timely completion of deliverables through effective communication and documentation.
SME Whisperer
Works effectively with subject matter experts (SMEs) to determine learning needs & translate complex subject matter into digestible learning content.
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Trainer-of-the-Trainers
Ensures instructor-led interventions are delivered with consistent quality across facilitators by providing comprehensive train-the-trainer sessions and facilitator support materials.
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