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Grow | Innovate | Stay Relevant
DO YOU WANT TO PROTECT YOUR RELEVANCE IN THE CONSTANTLY EVOLVING ID INDUSTRY?
Plug-in to BrightBulb Learning!
The BrightBulb Learning Ecosystem
As an ID, your job is focused on the professional learning of others. But what about your own professional growth? More than a course or a bootcamp, Brightbulb Learning is an entire ecosystem of professional learning for instructional designers.
Framework
Community
Podcast
App
Blog
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Training
We meet you where you are!
Anyone Interested in Learning and Development
If you have a passion for learning and development, BrightBulb Learning is for you! We meet you where you are, to thoroughly explore the instructional design profession, from basic concepts to advanced professional skills!
A REVOLUTIONARY PROFESSIONAL LEARNING PLATFORM FOR INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNERS
KEY FEATURES
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Powerful Framework for Growth
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Human-First AI
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Constant Feedback
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Analytics
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Built-in Library of Resources
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Shareable Portfolio and Resume
Grow and innovate with purpose and precision!
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Supports individuals or teams
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Continuous skill growth
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Self-directed and personalized
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Real-world project work
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AI-supported Coaching
Your Work Speaks for Itself!
We Just Help You Show It!
Don't just list skills on a resume. Prove them. ID Power Up automatically connects your learning activities, AI-generated projects, and uploaded artifacts into a stunning, shareable dashboard and portfolio.
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One-Click Sharing
Generate a secure public link to share with recruiters or embed on your resume and website.
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Evidence-Based Competency
Every skill you master is backed by tangible artifacts—micro-projects, documents, and assessments.
Check out our secret formula!
OUR SECRET IS IN THE CORE!
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What is Core38TM?
The Core38TM is a framework of competencies that are the foundation of world-class instructional design. Based on years of research and practice, and organized into seven key domains, these 38 competencies represent the essential toolkit every instructional designer needs to thrive in today’s dynamic learning landscape.
Visit the Power Station to get your FREE COPY of the competencies!
More than 1,000 related skills!
The Power Station is the hub for everything related to the BrightBulb Learning Ecosystem. It is your gateway to success, your starting point for growth, and a place to keep your finger on the pulse of innovation in our field. Easily access your resources and the ID PowerUp app. Stay connected and up-to-date!
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A next-generation professional learning hub built exclusively for instructional designers
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Skill-driven growth powered by the Core38 Competencies, not one-off courses or trends
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High-impact courses, workshops, and microlearning experiences designed for immediate application
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A flexible ecosystem that supports solo designers and collaborative learners alike
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Community spaces that matter—share work, get feedback, and learn alongside peers who take the craft seriously
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Hands-on challenges and real-world practice that move learning from theory to performance
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A growing library of designer-ready tools, templates, and resources you can use right away
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Continuous access to expert insight, fresh thinking, and emerging practices shaping the future of instructional design
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Connected to the PowerUp App to turn learning into visible, trackable skill growth
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A professional space to stay sharp, build confidence, and remain relevant—year after year
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Meet Timothy Hammill
BrightBulb Learning Founder &
Chief Executive DesigNERD
Instructional designer, educator, multimedia specialist, musician...
During my extensive career, I have been a part of every facet of teaching, learning, and instructional design. From the classroom to national conferences, I have spent my career sharing what I know and love about teaching, learning, and the art of instructional design.
I created BrightBulb Learning to focus specifically on instructional design and those who work in this exciting field. Let me help you hone your skills to be among the best in your field and thrive in your quest to be a world-class instructional designer.
