Zahraa Khalil

A client recently approached us with a challenge: they required training specific to Alberta that aligned with their internal policies and addressed some unique operational needs. We already had course content compliant with Ontario regulations in place, and our SMEs made the necessary adjustments to ensure the content was compliant with Alberta standards. As an Instructional Designer, I find projects like this particularly rewarding. Although the changes to the content were minor, the implementation stage demanded several days and nights of work. This included modifying the content, conducting peer reviews, testing, publishing, retesting, and fixing any errors that arose. Rincy and I worked closely to rework the content, streamline the learner experience, and ensure that every detail met both provincial regulations and the client’s expectations. Ultimately, we completed the project on time, achieving client satisfaction. This is what sets our e-learning apart. At IPAC Consulting - Infection Control, we don’t just meet standards; we create training that actually fits the people it’s meant for. Every team has that “we really need training on this” moment. What’s one topic you wish were easier to access in a solid e-learning format? #InstructionalDesign #CustomElearning #WorkplaceTraining #AlbertaCompliance #LearningThatFits #IPACConsulting

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We are excited to announce the launch of the TTC’s new Engineer-in-Training program – a structured development program designed for recent engineering graduates. Participants will rotate through difference technical roles across the organization, gaining hands on practical experience that helps them earn their Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation. This initiative is part of TTC’s strategic plan to Build a Future Ready Workforce and underscores our commitment to developing talent who will keep our transit system safe and reliable for the long term. Program Highlights and Benefits: ✅ Four-year rotational curriculum: Participants are exposed to key technical areas across the TTC. ✅ Hands-on Projects: Real, on-the-job engineering challenges prepare trainees for licensure with the PEO. ✅ Mentorship and Training: Each Engineering graduate is paired with senior TTC engineers and joins targeted development workshops. ✅ Career Growth: Support for professional licensure, competitive compensation, and comprehensive benefits for early-career engineers. ✅ Mission-driven Impact: Graduates of the program will directly contribute to TTC’s vision of moving Toronto towards a more equitable, sustainable and prosperous future. Stay tuned for more news as we launch our first class of Engineering graduates on June 23, 2025, and track their journey. We are proud to invest in the next generation of transit engineers at the TTC! #Engineering #TTCIntern

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When war disrupted her studies in Ukraine, Kseniia Buzko found a new beginning at Waterloo — one built on resilience, research, and community. Now a master’s student in Systems Design Engineering, Kseniia is developing AI that improves action recognition in ice hockey broadcasts. “The environment at Waterloo supports not only my academic development but also my personal well-being,” Buzko says. “I feel incredibly motivated here, and I look forward to continuing my journey at Waterloo as a PhD student.” More: https://lnkd.in/g8VQ6PCs | #GRADImpact

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See how Canadian #schools are getting ahead with practical, scalable moves: immersive AR/VR for STEAM, AI-driven personalization, flexible/modular classroom furniture, and hybrid learning models that work across K–12 and Higher Ed. Whether you're advancing your modern classroom strategy or just beginning the next phase, tap into practical, education-focused guidance curated by CDW Canada specialists, grounded in real classroom experiences across the country, so investments translate into measurable outcomes. Read the full blog: https://lnkd.in/eeSnX-Nb #EdTech #Education #K12 #HigherEd

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Is your eLearning actually learning; or just content delivery? There’s a huge difference between sharing information and designing experiences that lead to behavior change. I still see so many people confuse content creation with instructional design. It’s not just: ❌ Putting slides in order ❌ Narrating facts ❌ Slapping “Next” buttons on screens It’s about: ✅ Aligning to business goals ✅ Solving real learner problems ✅ Reducing friction between learning and doing ✅ Designing with the learner, not just at them When we treat learning like a one-way broadcast, we’re missing the point. Instructional design is a creative, strategic process rooted in human behavior, brain science, and business impact. Let’s stop measuring our work in slide count and start measuring it in transformation. 💬 What’s your go-to tip for turning passive content into active learning? #InstructionalDesign #eLearning #LearningExperienceDesign #DigitalLearning #IDOLAcademy #LearningThatSticks #CorporateTraining

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A new partnership between the BCIT Smart Microgrid Applied Research Team (SMART) and the BCIT School of Business + Media is bridging energy research with business innovation. Student teams from Business Analytics and Operations & Management Engineering programs worked with SMART to tackle three pressing challenges in BC’s energy sector: ➡️ Build wildfire risk prediction models ➡️ Analyze BC’s energy imports and exports ➡️ Support vehicle-to-grid site selection As BC’s energy landscape evolves, partnerships like this demonstrate the power of collaboration between technical expertise, data analytics, and business strategy to drive innovation and impact. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gK3ES--p BCIT Applied Research

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Today’s students are looking for more than a degree. They want career-connected learning. And Ontario Tech continues to deliver on that promise. With record-breaking first-year confirmations, students are embracing a university where co-ops, internships and hands-on projects begin in year one, and where programs are designed to align with the world’s most urgent challenges. Learn how we are powering pathways from classroom to career like never before ➡️ https://lnkd.in/g9H7CAnq

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Instructional Designers have a lot to learn from design thinking. Empathize with learners. Define the real problem. Prototype learning solutions quickly. Test and refine. Too often, training skips empathy and jumps to delivery. That’s how we end up with content that checks boxes but doesn’t change behavior. What if we treated every course as an experiment in solving a human problem, not just a knowledge gap?

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