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Instructional
Design Samples

Traveler Trainer PROgram

Client: WorldKind

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  • This module is only live on the WorldKind Academy LearnWorlds cloud-based LMS. It is also offered publically. To access the publicly available version, go to https://worldkindacademy.com/course/passports2

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Synchronous ILT Training
New Manager Onboarding

Audience: Professional Onboarding and Training
Business Type: Mid-size corporate

This video provides a visual walkthrough in presentation mode, showcasing all triggers, layers, and animations. Please note that there is no audio or voiceover included.
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The asset is a comprehensive training deck designed to equip new managers with essential skills and knowledge.

Context and Purpose
This asset serves as the first part of a three-part, 15-week development series aimed at new managers. The goal is to prepare them to lead effectively by focusing on key areas such as KPIs, compliance, and workplace culture. This synchronous, workshop-style training is designed to complement pre-completed self-assessments and is intended to be delivered in a classroom or virtual setting.

  • All graphics, deck elements, transitions, animations, triggers, and infographics were custom designed and built within PowerPoint for this presentation.

  • Celebrating wins and peer engagement

    • Gift 1 Sample

    • FISH! An ongoing acknowledgement and engagement activity used to support healthy work cultures and effective team building

    Job Aid

    • 1x1 Meetings

    In-Training Learner Engagement

    • Unconscious Bias Case Study

    • Role-Play conflict resolution with partner practice. Tool: Interactive Scenario Picker wheel

    • Reaction Engagement

    • Quick guesses and live-polling

    Room Whiteboard

    • Highlight key dates and call-outs (correlates to key objectives)

    • Mind-mapping and group think

    Manager playbook

    • Guidebook used for reference in and outside of class. Instructor to call out correlating and key references during training.

  • The training aims to help new managers:

    • Understand and apply KPIs effectively.

    • Ensure team compliance with regulations and policies.

    • Develop self-awareness and mitigate unconscious biases.

    • Promote a safe and inclusive workplace.

    • Master conflict resolution strategies.

  • The asset is designed for Instructor-Led Training (ILT), either in-person or virtual. It includes extended group activities to foster discussion and interaction, as well as multiple engagement tools like QR scans, knowledge checks, and live polling. These strategies are intended to keep participants actively involved and reinforce learning objectives.

  • Sample SMART goals for the attending managers based on the cohort training:

    • Compliance: Increase team compliance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures by X% by the end of the next quarter.

    • Self-awareness: Identify at least X unconscious biases and take corrective action within the next [X-timeframe].

    • Safe workplace: Reduce the number of reported workplace safety incidents and near-misses by X% by the end of the next quarter.

    • Anti-discrimination: Implement or integrate at least [#] of initiatives to promote a more diverse and inclusive team culture within the next two months.

    • Conflict resolution: Successfully resolve X% of workplace conflicts within the manager's team without escalation to upper management.

    • KPIs: Increase team's performance goals by X% as measured by KPIs, such as sales growth or business satisfaction scores by the end of the next quarter.

    • Training effectiveness: Facilitate at least [#] of peer coaching sessions with mentor to share and reinforce skills and knowledge gained from the training within the next month.

    • Manager feedback: Achieve a X% positive rating from team members on promoting a positive work culture and managing conflicts in the next employee engagement survey.

    Sample KPIs for the attending managers based on the cohort training:

    • Compliance: Percentage of team members who comply with all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.

    • Self-awareness: Number of instances where the manager identified their own unconscious biases and took corrective action.

    • Safe workplace: Number of reported workplace safety incidents and near-misses.

    • Anti-discrimination: Number of reported incidents of discrimination or harassment within the manager's team.

    • Conflict resolution: Number of workplace conflicts resolved without escalation to upper management.

    • KPIs: Achievement of team's performance goals as measured by KPIs, such as sales growth or customer satisfaction scores.

    • Training effectiveness: Percentage of participants who report the training was helpful in developing their skills and knowledge as managers.

    • Manager feedback: Percentage of team members who report their manager is effective in promoting a positive work culture and managing conflicts.

  • The asset includes a multi-level evaluation strategy:

    • Level 1 (Reaction): Post-training surveys to gauge immediate participant feedback.

    • Level 2 (Learning): Pre- and post-training scenarios to assess knowledge retention.

    • Level 3 (Behavior): Manager and peer feedback to measure the application of learned skills.

    • Level 4 (Results): Review of performance metrics, such as compliance rates and KPIs, to evaluate the long-term impact of the training.

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Gamification Sample

Client: WorldKind

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Overview

The interactive gamification sample is designed to engage college and community college students (ages 18-22) in understanding the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and their relevance to studying abroad. This asset serves two key purposes: as an ad-hoc engagement resource for international offices and as a completion activity or knowledge check within a broader pre-departure orientation eLearning course.

  • Upon completion of the gamification sample, students will be able to:

    1. Identify and Explain: Recognize the 17 Sustainable Development Goals and articulate their significance in a global context.

    2. Analyze Impacts: Understand the impact of sustainable practices on communities worldwide and the role students can play in promoting these goals during their studies abroad.

    3. Engage Actively: Foster a sense of global citizenship and responsibility, preparing them to make informed choices as international travelers and learners.

  • Integration

    • Ad-Hoc Resource for International Offices: Can be utilized during workshops, orientations, or informational sessions to facilitate discussions around sustainability and the role of students as global citizens.

    • Pre-Departure Orientation Activity: Incorporated as a mandatory or optional completion activity in the eLearning course, ensuring students grasp the significance of the SDGs before embarking on their journey abroad.

    Rewards and Recognition

    • Unlockable Discounts: Completion of the gamified activity grants students access to exclusive discounts related to study abroad services, promoting further engagement.

    • Digital Badges: Students earn badges that can be showcased within the Learning Management System (LMS), enhancing their profiles and providing a sense of accomplishment.

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New Manager Job Aid
Interactive Hotspot Sample

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Hover mouse over graphic to interact with the asset hotspots.

As part of a multi-phase effort to support newly promoted managers, this asset was developed to complement an eLearning module and mentorship program. The all-in-one job aid, created with HR subject matter experts, outlines five key questions managers should ask during one-on-ones, providing practical examples for fostering team growth and career development.

The asset package also includes a Trello board for team meeting management, featuring customizable templates for meeting agendas, action items, and follow-up tasks. Additionally, managers can download and personalize meeting templates for one-on-one, team, and department meetings, streamlining the management process.

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eLearning Video Asset Samples

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This asset, part of the "Cultural Adaptation and Wellbeing" eLearning module, is designed for adults ages 18-22 preparing to study abroad. The “Introversion” and “What Helped Me” videos were sourced from a Zoom interview voiceover and a combination of provided and stock assets. Through interactive storytelling, this asset enables learners to explore real-life challenges and practical solutions. The consistent intro and outro design, used across the entire series, also reinforces the brand and enhances the learner experience.

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Interactive Micro-Learning Tutorial

8 STEPS

1. The first step is to open Welcome and click Manage seats

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2. Click Texas A&M

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3. With your mouse, hover highlight

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4. Click Enroll to courses

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5. Click Select a course

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6. Click highlight

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7. Click Enroll user

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8. That's it. You're done.

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Here's an interactive tutorial

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https://www.iorad.com/player/2409089/Worldkindacademy---How-to-enroll-a-user-in--Claim-Your-Travel-Health---Safety-Certificate-



Next step

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Sample Step Tutorial (PDF) - click here

Designed for: Admins (varying tech proficiency)
Purpose: Software navigation

Context
Admin-level walk-throughs that enable users to practice steps in real-time. These micro-learning tutorials are designed to accommodate varying levels of tech proficiency, helping users understand and efficiently utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) functionalities.

    • iorad: Micro-learning tech that captures specific actions like clicks, scrolling, and typing. Unlike basic screen recorders, iorad compiles information in real-time to produce polished, step-by-step tutorials that can be shared instantly.

    • Adobe Acrobrat Pro

  • Challenge
    Minimize the need for scheduled tech walkthroughs and lengthy video explanations by providing users with practical, hands-on resources. This approach will save staff time and empower end users to independently practice and apply their skills effectively.

    Solution

    Developed a series of interactive tutorials with step-by-step instructions. Users can practice each step on-screen before progressing, which builds confidence and ensures clear, repeatable instructions available on demand.

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Client Technical User Guide

Context
Admin-level tutorials designed to simplify the explanation of frequently used and administrative features, providing clear, step-by-step instructions in straightforward language. This guide supports users with diverse tech proficiency to understand and efficiently utilize the Learning Management System (LMS) functionalities.

    • PowerPoint: Created the source document for ease of client use

    • Adobe Acrobat Pro: PDF is fully hyperlinked and user accessible

    • Camtasia

    • Adobe Creative Suite

    • Other design software

  • The project encountered several key challenges:

    • Canva and Google Docs Design Limitations
      Canva and Google Docs, the client’s preferred platforms, were inadequate for the required level of customization and asset handling.

    • Client's Proficiency with Adobe Suite
      The client’s unfamiliarity with Adobe Creative Suite and Adobe Acrobat Pro necessitated a more accessible solution.

    To overcome these challenges, PowerPoint was utilized for the source document creation, offering a user-friendly and sustainable format for the client.

    Additionally, the lack of a structured outline or general steps required comprehensive research and fully custom development. Extensive screenshot cleanup and digital refinement were employed to produce precise and clear guides, minimizing confusion and enhancing overall clarity.

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Visio Process Flow

Software
Designed in Visio and made interactive with Adobe Acrobat.

Context

This process flow was created for a public health accreditation company to simplify their multi-step customer enrollment process, which was previously communicated to affiliate instructors through an overwhelming and hyper-detailed email (8 typed pages). In addition to the Visio-based version, a simplified process flow without Visio signifiers was created for those unfamiliar with the software, ensuring accessibility for both headquarters and instructors.

The final assets featured clickable email templates, hyperlinked resources, and embedded checklists, making it easy for instructors to follow the process and manage legal documentation. This process aid greatly enhanced registration efficiency, mitigated risk, and improved communication between HQ and instructors.

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Onboarding
Client LMS Customization Form

Sample fill-ready and interactive form (PDF) - click here

Software
Designed in Canva per client’s request and Adobe Acrobat

Context
This form-fillable asset was designed to streamline the customization of WorldKind’s eLearning programs. Originally a complex Google form, Antonetta worked closely with the client to simplify the information from a new-user perspective. Key improvements included breaking the form into three clearly labeled steps, estimating time to completion, chunking information into easily digestible sections, and providing definitions and a module key for guidance. This all-in-one resource helps clients efficiently customize course content, structure, and delivery.

The final asset was a hyperlinked, user-friendly, and fully form-ready tool that significantly reduced complexity. Client reported an 80% faster completion rate compared to the previous version, noting its straightforwardness and ease of use.