Dr. Jennifer Hubbard

Struggling with siloed systems and manual academic processes? This 10-step framework is designed to help colleges and universities streamline operations across scheduling, curriculum, assessment, and more. Download the infographic to see how your institution can align workflows, reduce roadblocks, and drive student success. https://lnkd.in/gFDhxGTE

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PDFs are one of the biggest accessibility challenges in higher ed—and fixing them is critical for Title II readiness. Anthology Ally’s new PDF Quick Fixes make remediation easy, directly in the LMS, with no extra tools or training. See how simple fixes lead to big impacts. Read more: https://ow.ly/tjkZ50X1Qqz #DigitalAccessibility #HigherEd #Ally #TitleIICompliance

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📊 Explore how Kiddom’s assessments and reporting help teachers take the right next step without hesitation or overload. Standards-based reports with AI-powered and auto grading, embedded assessments, and real-time instructional supports give teachers actionable insights and more time to help students thrive. Read more on the blog: https://hubs.li/Q03QPnLX0

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Thank you to Brian LeDuc for the opportunity to contribute to his learning redesigned content https://lnkd.in/e9zSDS_s which is focused on improving the learner experience in education through design, based on the premise that "education wasn't designed around students, but we can improve the learner experience through design." My thoughts about higher education change were the following: “Ground Yourself in Purpose" 'Remember your why and discover your team's and partners' motivations within today's unprecedented pace of accelerated change. The change necessitated in higher education today is to be proactively relevant, nimble enough to pivot when internal and external forces demand it and committed to serving students entering and managing a rapidly changing workforce. For leaders to be effective, we must understand what motivates those involved in this work and how their contributions will shape the desired future.' Become Data-Driven Decision Makers 'We must know what data tells us and identify the gaps needed to make informed decisions. My experience in student affairs has shown that data is often utilized to demonstrate what has been accomplished, but much less frequently to determine what to do next. This requires regular engagement with data, not just when reporting cycles demand it.' Create Measurable Progress with Celebration 'Set metrics that provide guideposts for achievement but also invest time in celebrating what is accomplished through the change process. Make change impactful while engaging incrementally so that wins are captured and team members can see the pathway as they work to implement the future vision.” https://lnkd.in/ePn_8T9s

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🚨 Teachers thinking about a career shift 🚨 Making the leap from the classroom to instructional design? Here’s the good news: you already have WAY more relevant experience than you think. 🫶 I put together a FREE guide to help you reframe your teaching expertise in the language of instructional design,so you can walk into interviews with confidence. 👍🏻 📘 Inside, you’ll get: ✨ The most common instructional design interview questions ✨ Answer strategies that highlight your real strengths ✨ Tips to translate teaching skills (curriculum design, learning theory, learner engagement) into L&D terms Your background in education is not a weakness; it’s your superpower. 🦸‍♀️ This guide will help you bridge the gap, communicate your value, and stand out as the strong L&D candidate you already are. 💡 Grab it here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gPejHNyM #InstructionalDesign #LearningAndDevelopment #TransitioningTeachers #CareerChange #EdUpLD

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Visuals support learning by concretizing abstract concepts, showing hidden information the eye can't see, and creating a positive affect in learners. You can improve your visual design for learning by following the principles we'll discuss in this free IDEAS seminar from U Mass (registration required) on Feb 26th. We’ll explore: - How visual design influences cognitive load, attention, and comprehension. - What distinguishes effective visual design from ineffective. - Simple layout and alignment techniques that improve clarity. - How to choose colors, fonts, and images that are both engaging and accessible. - Practical strategies help build and refine visual design skills. I'll be joined by: Tim Slade - Award‑Winning Instructional Designer, eLearning Developer, Author and Speaker Taekyeom Lee - Associate Professor of Graphic Design, Indiana University Bloomington Kevin McKenna - Instructional Designer for IDEAS, UMass Amherst https://lnkd.in/esaFegFk

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Instructional designers combine instructional design theory, educational psychology, and learning science with instructional technology to create effective learning experiences. These skills translate to work like curriculum development, project management, and multimedia design to create effective learning experiences that address real-world needs. https://bit.ly/48kzNpO

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High-quality instructional materials alone do not ensure student learning. Research shows that materials are only as effective as the systems supporting them. These conditions create the infrastructure for implementation— aligning leadership, time, structures, and a culture that supports educators in leading rigorous, coherent instruction. Implementation starts long before the first lesson. It starts with the conditions you design. Bookmark this post and take a moment to reflect. Which conditions feel strongest in your school system right now?

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The University of Maryland's Teaching Academy offers a diverse range of self-paced courses designed to empower educators with innovative strategies and practical insights. Whether you're refining assessment techniques, exploring Universal Design for Learning, or diving into Gamification, these courses provide valuable guidance for creating engaging and inclusive learning environments. You can develop expertise in Active Learning, understand Digital Accessibility, or even harness Artificial Intelligence for Teaching to optimize classroom experiences. Topics like Anti-Racist Pedagogy and Decentering Whiteness ensure educators foster equitable learning spaces. These courses are perfect for educators at all levels—whether you're a seasoned teacher or just starting your journey. Best of all, they’re entirely free! Start learning today and transform the way you teach. Explore the catalog here: https://lnkd.in/gJKrgus9 #TeacherTraining #ProfessionalDevelopment #OnlineCourse 

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The last Learning Designers Community (LDC) meetup brought together 17 learning designers from ed tech, L&D, K12, and LX design to reflect on #CarlHendrick’s webinar on the Five Illusions of Learning. Like all LDC meetups, the focus was on practice in real learning contexts. As I co-facilitated for the first time, three things stood out for me. #Illusion1: engagement does not always mean learning. We ideated on how to look beyond visible cues, what deep learning means & how activities remain in memory & not learning! #Second, discovery learning may not work for novice learners. We spoke about sequencing content more carefully, providing clearer guidance to new leaners while amping up self-learning challenges for advanced ones. #Third, Small wins help retain continued motivation, especially among younger learners. Most of us were raking our brians on how to find the balance between designing for easy wins vs friction for deeper learning. This space helped access a sense of validation, engagement & fun! Big shout out to Shraddha Rawat Miriam Elnaggar #LDC #LandD #peerlearning #learningcommunity

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You can’t bridge learning and work with systems that can’t talk to each other. To make education-to-employment pathways real, higher ed needs more than vision. They need the right technology partners that can extend their capacity to modernize, integrate, and scale learning experiences built for learners. Catch Tom in #Memphis this week to learn how Magic helps institutions scale faster by outsourcing the technical lift, so they can stay focused on designing programs that thrive. #EdTech #Tennesse #HigherEd #CaelConf #LifelongLearning #Conference #WorkforceDevelopment CAEL

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🚨 New Report Release 🚨 Reimagining Teaching examines the potential of strategic staffing models that move beyond traditional approaches to more flexible, team-based structures that differentiate roles, distribute expertise, and create sustainable career pathways. Written by educators of the Teach Plus PA Policy Fellowship, this report offers models that could lead to better teacher retention and improved instructional quality and outcomes for students. Read the full report and explore the recommendations here: https://bit.ly/4aVUnfY This work reflects the power of partnership. Thanks to PA Needs Teachers, Teach Plus, The Heinz Endowments, McElhattan Foundation, the Henry L. Hillman Foundation, Pottstown Regional Community Foundation, WILLARY FOUNDATION, Erie Community Foundation, William Penn Foundation, GRABEL FOUNDATION, and City Fund for making this work possible. #PANeedsTeachers #TeacherShortagePA #PAEducation #EducationPolicy #SupportEducators

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Is your assessment system holding your institution back? Manual exam processes aren't just outdated—they’re a risk to academic integrity, faculty efficiency, and student outcomes. The future of assessments looks different: 👩‍💻 Adaptive, intelligent exam tools 🔐 Built-in academic integrity safeguards 📊 Instant insights for improvement 📚 Seamless platform integration That’s exactly what The Independent Institute of Education achieved with Dugga Digital Assessment — now live across all distance learning offerings. Led by SIS Global, this transformation is setting a new standard for digital assessments in Africa. 💬 What’s the one thing you would change about your institution’s current exam process? Read more here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dpS7_zZ9 Ian Bayley #DigitalTransformation #AcademicExcellence #HigherEdStrategy #DigitalAssessment

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