Episode Series Posts

Posts that correspond to episodes that are part of a multi-episode series or mini-series.
How to Improve AI Output Consistency: 3 Essential Prompting Patterns
May 20, 2026

How to Improve AI Output Consistency: 3 Essential Prompting Patterns

As instructional designers and educators, we value the consistent quality of AI-generated content for effective learning experiences. In this post, we'll explore how to use specific prompting patterns to improve AI outputs and achieve more predictab…
How to Ensure Quality in AI-Generated Content: 3 Key Failure Modes
May 13, 2026

How to Ensure Quality in AI-Generated Content: 3 Key Failure Modes

In today’s digital landscape, the use of AI in content creation is on the rise. However, with this innovation comes significant challenges. One common problem is that AI can produce content that sounds accurate but may still be misleading. In …
How to Create a Workflow That Prevents Rework in Instructional Design: 4 Steps to Success
May 6, 2026

How to Create a Workflow That Prevents Rework in Instructional Design: 4 Steps to Success

In the fast-paced world of instructional design, the pressure to produce quality content quickly can lead to significant rework if not managed properly. In this post, we’ll explore a streamlined workflow that prevents rework while maintaining …
Data Literacy in Instructional Design: A Guide to Making Better Decisions
April 29, 2026

Data Literacy in Instructional Design: A Guide to Making Better Decisions

Learn essential data literacy skills to enhance your instructional design. Discover practical insights to make informed decisions and improve training outcomes.In the age of AI, instructional designers face the challenge of making quicker decision…
How to Use AI Safely in Instructional Design: 3 Risk Tiers Explained
April 22, 2026

How to Use AI Safely in Instructional Design: 3 Risk Tiers Explained

In the rapidly evolving landscape of instructional design, the integration of AI tools has transitioned from a novel experiment to an essential component of everyday workflows. However, this shift brings significant responsibility. How can you harne…
How AI Is Transforming Instructional Design: What You Need to Know
April 15, 2026

How AI Is Transforming Instructional Design: What You Need to Know

As technology evolves, educators and instructional designers face new challenges and opportunities. One significant change is the rise of AI in content generation and instructional design. In this post, we’ll explore how AI is transforming the…
Autonomy That Actually Works with Hamza Sami
April 12, 2026

Autonomy That Actually Works with Hamza Sami

In the rapidly evolving landscape of education and corporate training, understanding the nuances of autonomy for adult learners is crucial. In Episode 106 of the Designing with Love podcast, Jackie and her guest, Hamza Sami, dive deep into the conce…
Navigating Your Instructional Design Career: A GPS for Success
April 8, 2026

Navigating Your Instructional Design Career: A GPS for Success

In the ever-evolving world of instructional design, transitioning between industries can feel overwhelming. In episode 105 of the Designing with Love podcast, Jackie Pelegrin offers invaluable insights to help instructional designers confidently nav…
Freelancing or Full-Time: Finding Your Career Path in Instructional Design
April 1, 2026

Freelancing or Full-Time: Finding Your Career Path in Instructional Design

In the world of instructional design, the decision between freelancing and full-time employment can feel overwhelming. In episode 103 of the Designing with Love podcast, host Jackie Pelegrin delves deep into this pressing question, offering insights…
Building Meaningful Connections: Five Low-Stress Networking Moves for Career Growth
March 25, 2026

Building Meaningful Connections: Five Low-Stress Networking Moves for Career Growth

In today's fast-paced professional landscape, networking can often feel daunting and transactional. However, Jackie Pelegrin, in episode 101 of the Designing with Love podcast, emphasizes the importance of transforming networking into a more human e…
Teaching and Curriculum Design in the Age of AI with Hamza Sami
March 22, 2026

Teaching and Curriculum Design in the Age of AI with Hamza Sami

In episode 100 of the Designing with Love podcast, Jackie sits down with Hamza Sami, an academic manager at Excell International Academy, to explore the evolving landscape of education in the age of artificial intelligence. This conversation kicks o…
Building Your Instructional Design Portfolio: A Step-by-Step Guide
March 18, 2026

Building Your Instructional Design Portfolio: A Step-by-Step Guide

Creating a standout instructional design portfolio is essential for showcasing your skills and landing job opportunities. In this blog post, we'll explore step-by-step strategies to construct a portfolio that not only highlights your work but also r…
Choose Love Over Fear To Guide Learning with Tommy Kilpatrick
March 15, 2026

Choose Love Over Fear To Guide Learning with Tommy Kilpatrick

We explore how educators can turn a child’s earliest spark into practical change while building classrooms that choose love over fear. The anchor is a simple ten-minute exercise: replay your life’s “movie” from your earliest …
Building Engaging Learning Environments: The Power of Virtual Playgrounds
March 11, 2026

Building Engaging Learning Environments: The Power of Virtual Playgrounds

In the rapidly evolving landscape of instructional design, creating engaging and effective learning experiences is more crucial than ever. In episode 97 of the Designing with Love podcast, host Jackie Pelegrin dives deep into the concept of virtual …
Why Starting With Where Changes Everything with Tommy Kilpatrick
March 8, 2026

Why Starting With Where Changes Everything with Tommy Kilpatrick

Clarity often begins with a simple reboot: ask where, when, and who before you chase the what. That was our starting line as we explored Tommy Kilpatrick’s Human Occidental Owner’s Manual, a practical attempt to write the guide we never …
Embracing Adaptive Learning: A Pathway to Personalized Education
March 4, 2026

Embracing Adaptive Learning: A Pathway to Personalized Education

In our rapidly evolving educational landscape, the one-size-fits-all approach to learning is becoming increasingly outdated. In episode 95 of the Designing with Love podcast, Jackie Pelegrin invites instructional designers and educators to explore a…
Guiding the Classroom with AI Copilots
Feb. 25, 2026

Guiding the Classroom with AI Copilots

As the education landscape evolves with technology, the integration of AI tools has become increasingly significant. In this blog post, we will explore how educators can effectively utilize AI copilots as supportive allies in the learning process, e…
Paragraphs, Not Panic: Dyslexia-Smart Strategies with Russell Van Brocklen
Feb. 22, 2026

Paragraphs, Not Panic: Dyslexia-Smart Strategies with Russell Van Brocklen

Building a body paragraph sounds simple until you’re the one guiding a room full of ten-year-olds—some dyslexic, some distracted, many anxious—through the fog of ideas into a clear, grounded argument. The heart of our approach is s…
Navigating the New Realities: Unpacking VR, AR, and MR for Lasting Impact
Feb. 18, 2026

Navigating the New Realities: Unpacking VR, AR, and MR for Lasting Impact

In the rapidly evolving world of instructional design, the use of immersive technologies like virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR) is reshaping how we teach and learn. In episode 91 of the Designing with Love podcast,…
From SME Pathways to Stakeholder Highways
Feb. 11, 2026

From SME Pathways to Stakeholder Highways

In the fast-paced world of instructional design, relying solely on subject matter experts (SMEs) can limit the potential of your projects. This blog post distills insights from episode 89 of the Designing with Love podcast, where host Jackie Pelegri…
Accessibility in Action: Inclusive Design for Every Learner
Nov. 19, 2025

Accessibility in Action: Inclusive Design for Every Learner

Accessibility in instructional design isn't merely a compliance requirement—it's a fundamental commitment to creating equitable learning experiences for all. As educators and designers, we have the responsibility to ensure that every learner, …
Faith Leads the Way: Building a Better World through Giving with Tommy Kilpatrick
Sept. 27, 2025

Faith Leads the Way: Building a Better World through Giving with Tommy Kilpatrick

Tommy Kilpatrick's journey from California to the Philippines represents a profound transformation in faith and purpose that offers valuable lessons for all of us. As a guest on the Designing with Love podcast, Tommy shared his remarkable life story…