Hello again! I know it’s been quite awhile since I’ve shared my thoughts here. About a year ago I took on a new role that has kept me constantly learning…which is a good thing. 
Although I’ve dabbled in eLearning production in previous positions, this is my first experience as a full-time eLearning Designer, and it’s been fantastic! I’ve beefed up my PowerPoint skills and have learned how to use Articulate. Recently, I had to build several practice interactions in Captivate, and that really stretched me. I am lucky to have a mentor (a senior eD) assigned to me to help me over the rough patches, so I benefit from his experience.
Having been in learning and development for over 25 years, I have developed more than my share of courses. I have a passion for instructional design and so I figured this eLearning thing would be a cake walk. <Gulp> I find it interesting that the learner-centered approach I have always taken in my classroom training seems to be a struggle for me in this medium. I forget to keep the learner at the center of all that I do…what is WITH that? In my haste to show off a fun graphic or use a cool tool, I neglect my learner. Thank goodness I have Ezra to bring me back on track. Whew!
I have just published a course that I feel proud of, unlike my first one…real progress. I feel more like a “real”eLearning Designer each day and I will share with you my learnings as I grow.
I would love to hear about your journey through you L&D career…won’t you please share?
Shari
