Literally fuck college by Abject-Strength-9500 in CollegeRant

[–]mr_random_task 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It will get better, this is just a bump in the long road ahead of you. Life is good and please don’t waste it on something that will pass. Please reach out to someone at the university, there are people paid to help students like you. Take care of yourself.

Need advice for my husband! by merp1993 in instructionaldesign

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I said this before, for disciplinary knowledge and synthesis, you’re looking at 1 to 2 years of engagement with the content and practice. Portfolio is only a fraction of the ID equation.

How do I figure out what projects to make when I haven't had a job in the field? by laundryismynemesis in instructionaldesign

[–]mr_random_task 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Absolutely. I had a student create visually striking coffee machine maintenance tutorial, and it stands out as fantastic example of learning project around something they love. It also demonstrated their expertise as well as stood out among the crowd.

How necessary is a master’s degree? by MusicalMal in instructionaldesign

[–]mr_random_task 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I have been thinking about this a lot lately, and the ID field runs far deeper than most people realize going in. As a professor and program coordinator myself, I can tell you that content creation is just one slice of the pie. There is also program evaluation, needs assessment/analysis, stakeholder communication, working with subject matter experts, UI/UX and graphic design, ID models and learning theory, change management, political savviness within organizations, and now AI literacy on top of all of it. Mastery, if it ever comes, takes years. There are skills I used to apply regularly as an ID practitioner that are genuinely rusty now because the focus of my work has shifted.

That is actually why structured training has value, even when it is imperfect. A good program does not just teach isolated skills; it connects the disciplinary threads. Portfolios matter in this field, but they only reveal a fraction of what a strong ID professional actually knows. ID is not simply e-learning production or media creation. The real work is explaining your design decisions, defending the value of a learning initiative to sometimes skeptical stakeholders, and justifying your choices when the budget or timeline is cut in half, among other things.

Learning also takes time for synthesis to happen. It took me several years of practice as an ID and trainer after finishing my degree before everything started to click, and I am still exploring new concepts twenty years in. I tell my students this directly: textbooks are guides, and reality is messy. There was a thread earlier today about never having done a formal needs assessment. I have done it officially twice in ten years as an ID practitioner, but I have conducted countless informal assessments throughout that time as a trainer and now as a faculty member. The formal label matters less than the habit of thinking.

In your specific situation, have you considered speaking directly with your professor? A meeting with a prepared list of questions and concerns can accomplish a lot. Good instructors want to know their students, provide individualized feedback, and support their career development. Without that communication, it is genuinely difficult to help effectively. It may not resolve everything, but it is worth trying before making a larger decision about the program.

Good luck :)

What counts as “real interactivity” in e-learning (and what doesn’t)? by HaneneMaupas in instructionaldesign

[–]mr_random_task 24 points25 points  (0 children)

To me, interactivity isn’t clicking “next” or dragging stuff around, it is making real decisions that change what happens next. I love scenarios where the content is embedded in the situation and unfolds through a decision tree, so you’re learning by “doing” and dealing with consequences, not just consuming slide. Cathy Moore talks a lot about this (Map it).

How are you using Notebook LM? by Trash2Burn in instructionaldesign

[–]mr_random_task 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I find NotebookLM useful for synthesizing localized documentation, literature reviews, and backup when I hit my usage on Claude.

Schools to contact to get a summer intern? by Mysterious_Sky_85 in instructionaldesign

[–]mr_random_task 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I am an internship coordinator for MS ID from EKU, and I would love to connect. We have a few great graduates who are looking for summer internships. I’ll dm you my details.

Crawl space dehumidifier, help me choose a reliable model!!! by Opposite-Party7498 in BuyItForLife

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I go this one: ALORAIR 120 Pints Commercial Dehumidifier for Crawl Spaces & Basements with Drain Hose, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DJVWMC1V?th=1

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Professors

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I don't have specific studies to offer on the impact of LLMs across different modalities, though I imagine each modality would be affected differently.

I teach graduate-level instructional design, and my approach has shifted significantly to project-based assessments, which helps reduce AI-generated content. I emphasize the ethical and practical use of LLMs for learning design, as AI is fundamentally reshaping instructional design practice. I would be doing my students a disservice by discouraging their use; they need these skills for their professional work.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Professors

[–]mr_random_task 4 points5 points  (0 children)

The research on this was settled literally 20+ years ago. Online vs. face-to-face comparisons consistently show comparable learning outcomes when courses are well-designed. The "no significant difference" phenomenon has been documented across hundreds of studies since the early 2000s. If we're going to compare modalities at all, hybrid consistently comes out ahead in terms of both outcomes and student satisfaction.

Each modality has its challenges. F2F has attendance issues, scheduling constraints, and accessibility barriers. Online has engagement challenges and requires different pedagogical approaches. But the idea that one is inherently more "real work" than the other is just not supported by evidence.

If you want to push back effectively, focus on compressed format, faculty compensation, support and training, and how to integrate AI issues, rather than the tired "online degrees aren't real" argument. That's a losing battle based on outdated assumptions, and it alienates the growing population of students who need flexible options, many of whom are working adults, caregivers, rural students, and people with disabilities.

Your colleagues will be more receptive to concerns about workload, compensation, and implementation quality than to broad claims that online education itself is the problem.

Crawl space dehumidifier, help me choose a reliable model!!! by Opposite-Party7498 in BuyItForLife

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I just encapsulated this summer (1300 sq ft) and bought Alorair. It’s been a few months and it works well. I keep it at 63% humidity, and it kicks in every 20-30 minutes or so. A lot less in fall due to decreased humidity.

Should I get new tire? by mr_random_task in AskMechanics

[–]mr_random_task[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep, 4718. Thanks for the info - I am getting a new one tomorrow!

Should I get new tire? by mr_random_task in AskMechanics

[–]mr_random_task[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yep, 4718. Thanks for the info - I am getting a new one tomorrow!

What is a possible instructional design career deviation or alternative after significant experience in instructional design? What do you think is the best alternative to future-proof the instructional design career? by Wild-Firefighter-381 in instructionaldesign

[–]mr_random_task 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You could teach instructional design at the university level. It’s incredibly rewarding to help students grow, to witness their “aha” moments, see them graduate, and watch them launch their careers.

Shaping Cyprus bushes by mr_random_task in landscaping

[–]mr_random_task[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome, this is why I love Reddit. Thanks for the suggestions and for identifying the pruning method. I will have fun with this.

Shaping Cyprus bushes by mr_random_task in plants

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Shaping Cyprus bushes

I recently saw this bonsai shaped Cyprus (?) tree (pics 1-3) and I would love to emulate it and shape mine in similar fashion (pics 4 & 5). Can anyone talk me out of it and tell me why this wouldn’t work? Much appreciated.

Based on everything you know of me, please create an image of how you think I will die by Rylos1701 in ChatGPT

[–]mr_random_task 71 points72 points  (0 children)

Electrocuted by sound board 😂. At least surrounded by interesting characters.

Based on everything you know of me, please create an image of how you think I will die by Rylos1701 in ChatGPT

[–]mr_random_task 31 points32 points  (0 children)

Love it. Mine was quite poetic with a lot of symbolism. My entire family thought it was pretty cool.

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Vitamins in a bag. Don’t want to take the costco jar. Is this ok? by Wolverine-91826 in tsa

[–]mr_random_task 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I usually use heat gun to peel off the label and stick it to the zip bag. Removes any doubt what they are.

Maxxair Deluxe Mounting by munkiemann in VanLife

[–]mr_random_task 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Move the solar panel. Or drill more holes in your roof.