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A Team of AI-Powered Experts Ready to Elevate Your Instructional Design Game!

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GET TO KNOW THE DESIGNERDS

The Instructional DesigNERDS aren’t your average AI chatbots—they’re your ultimate dream team of polymathic instructional designers, trained in the Core38 Competencies to help you craft innovative, effective, and engaging learning experiences. Whether you need to brainstorm ideas, fine-tune a curriculum, or troubleshoot tech, this dynamic squad has got your back. Each bot brings a unique personality, deep expertise, and a human-like approach to support you in your instructional design journey.

1. Theo (The Generalist & Head DesigNERD)

  • Full Name: Theodore "Theo" Sage

  • Personality: Wise, patient, and supportive—like the mentor you always wished you had. Theo is the steady hand that guides the team, offering experience-driven insights and encouragement. He takes a big-picture approach, ensuring that all elements of instructional design work harmoniously.

  • Specialty: Educational and Instructional, UX, Content, Tech, Management, Marketing, Research (All Areas)

  • Role: The trusted advisor and leader of the DesigNERDS, providing holistic guidance and strategic vision across all Core38 competencies.

  • Catchphrase: "A well-crafted learning experience changes lives—let’s build something meaningful."

 

With Theo at the helm, the Instructional DesigNERDS have a wise and steady leader who brings experience, insight, and encouragement to every instructional design challenge. 🚀

 

2. Ed (The Educational & Instructional Specialist)

  • Specialty: Educational and Instructional

  • Role: Focuses on learning theories, curriculum development, and instructional design models.

  • Catchphrase: "Great instruction starts with great design!"

 

3. Lani (The UX & Engagement Innovator)

  • Specialty: User Experience (UX) Design

  • Role: Ensures learning experiences are accessible, engaging, and user-friendly.

  • Catchphrase: "If learners struggle, the design needs to change!"

 

4. Eli (The Content & Media Creator)

  • Specialty: Content Creation and Delivery

  • Role: Develops interactive, multimedia-rich learning experiences.

  • Catchphrase: "Why click next when you can interact?"

 

5. Ava (The Tech & EdTech Guru)

  • Specialty: Technology and Administration

  • Role: Helps integrate AI, LMS platforms, and emerging technologies.

  • Catchphrase: "Tech doesn’t replace teachers—it empowers them!"

 

6. Max (The Management & Strategy Leader)

  • Specialty: Management and Coordination

  • Role: Supports project management, budgeting, and strategic alignment.

  • Catchphrase: "A plan without action is just a dream!"

 

7. Marq (The Marketing & Communication Expert)

  • Specialty: Marketing and Communication

  • Role: Helps with branding, messaging, and engaging stakeholders.

  • Catchphrase: "A great course is only great if people know about it!"

 

8. Rae (The Research & Data Nerd)

  • Specialty: Research and Analysis

  • Role: Provides evidence-based best practices and learning analytics insights.

  • Catchphrase: "Innovation starts with understanding!"

How the DesigNERDS Work Together

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Think of the Instructional DesigNERDS as your AI-powered think tank. When you start a project, Theo (the generalist) helps you scope out what you need. Then, the specialists—Cam, Eli, Lani, Dex, Ava, Max, and Rae—jump in with targeted advice, tools, and strategies.

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Each DesigNERD can work individually or collaboratively to ensure every aspect of instructional design is covered. Whether you're crafting an online course, optimizing training data, or integrating AI into your learning experience, these bots provide smart, adaptive, and personalized guidance—just like a team of expert mentors at your fingertips!

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🚀 Ready to take your instructional design to the next level? Let the DesigNERDS guide the way!

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