In this article, we’ve created a starter Freelance Instructional Designer Workflow Map that you can use to start planning out your product/service delivery and we’ve outlined a few examples of experiments that you can run in your Freelance Instructional Designer role.
Ready to get started? Download the Workflow Map template or get in touch to discuss how a workflow coach could help you fast-track your business improvement.
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The path towards better systems and processes in your Freelance Instructional Designer role starts with mapping out your most important business processes. Being able to see your business processes laid out visually helps you to collaborate with your team on how to improve and grow. By repeating this collaboration process, you’ll develop a culture of continuous improvement that leads to a growing business and streamlined systems and processes that increase customer & staff experience.
To help you start mapping out your processes, we’ve developed a sample flow for a Freelance Instructional Designer Workflow Map that you can use with your team to start clarifying your processes and then run Business Experiments so you can build a better business.
1. Initial consultation: Meet with the client to understand their training needs, goals, and objectives.
2. Needs analysis: Conduct a thorough analysis of the client’s current training program, identify gaps, and determine the specific training requirements.
3. Design and development: Create a comprehensive instructional design plan, including the selection of appropriate training methods, materials, and technologies.
4. Content creation: Develop engaging and interactive training content, such as presentations, e-learning modules, videos, and assessments.
5. Review and feedback: Collaborate with the client to review and refine the training materials, incorporating their feedback and suggestions.
6. Pilot testing: Conduct a small-scale trial of the training program to gather feedback from a select group of participants and make necessary adjustments.
7. Delivery and facilitation: Deliver the training program to the target audience, either through in-person sessions, virtual classrooms, or self-paced online modules.
8. Evaluation and assessment: Measure the effectiveness of the training program through participant feedback, assessments, and performance metrics.
9. Continuous improvement: Analyze the evaluation results and identify areas for improvement, updating the training materials and delivery methods accordingly.
10. Follow-up and support: Provide ongoing support to the client and participants, addressing any questions or concerns, and offering additional resources or training as needed
Experiment 1: Gamification of Training Programs
Description: Introduce gamification elements, such as leaderboards, badges, and rewards, into the training programs developed as a freelance instructional designer. This experiment aims to make the learning experience more engaging and interactive for employees in the HR and training industry.
Expected Outcome: Increased employee motivation and participation, leading to improved knowledge retention and application of training concepts.
Experiment 2: Virtual Reality (VR) Simulations for HR Training
Description: Develop virtual reality simulations for HR training modules, allowing employees to practice real-life scenarios in a safe and controlled environment. This experiment aims to enhance the effectiveness of training by providing a realistic and immersive experience.
Expected Outcome: Improved learning outcomes, increased confidence in handling HR-related situations, and reduced training costs by minimizing the need for physical resources.
Experiment 3: Collaborative Learning Platforms
Description: Implement a collaborative learning platform that enables employees to share knowledge, resources, and best practices within the HR and training industry. This experiment aims to foster a culture of continuous learning and knowledge exchange among professionals.
Expected Outcome: Enhanced professional development, increased networking opportunities, and improved access to industry insights, leading to higher-quality instructional design work.
Experiment 4: Automated Assessment and Feedback Systems
Description: Develop and implement automated assessment and feedback systems for training programs. This experiment aims to streamline the evaluation process by reducing manual grading and providing timely feedback to learners.
Expected Outcome: Increased efficiency in assessing learner performance, faster feedback delivery, and improved training program effectiveness through personalized feedback.
Experiment 5: Microlearning Modules
Description: Create bite-sized microlearning modules that focus on specific HR and training topics. This experiment aims to cater to the modern learner’s preference for short, focused learning experiences that can be accessed anytime, anywhere.
Expected Outcome: Improved knowledge retention, increased accessibility to training materials, and enhanced learner engagement due to the convenience and flexibility of microlearning.
Experiment 6: Data-Driven Instructional Design
Description: Utilize data analytics tools to gather insights on learner behavior, engagement, and performance. This experiment aims to inform instructional design decisions and optimize training programs based on data-driven insights.
Expected Outcome: Improved instructional design effectiveness, personalized learning experiences, and increased learner satisfaction through targeted content and delivery methods.
Experiment 7: Social Media Marketing and Branding
Description: Develop a social media marketing strategy to promote the freelance instructional design services in the HR and training industry. This experiment aims to increase brand visibility, attract new clients, and establish thought leadership in the field.
Expected Outcome: Expanded client base, increased brand recognition, and improved business opportunities through effective social media marketing and branding efforts
The above map and experiments are just a basic outline that you can use to get started on your path towards business improvement. If you’d like custom experiments with the highest ROI, would like to work on multiple workflows in your business (for clients/customers, HR/staff and others) or need someone to help you implement business improvement strategies & software, get in touch to find out whether working with a workflow coach could help fast-track your progress.
