We are proud to announce the Instructional Design & Learning SIG’s Distinguished SIG Service Award (DSSA) recipient:
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Good Presentations Take Preparation: Lessons from past presentations
By Ruth-Anne Klassen, Student Liaison
Since joining Instructional Design & Learning in 2021, I have improved my presentation skills and general communication too. Initially, when I joined IDL, it was because the volunteer coordinator said that the group would be great for me as a student. I joined IDL to practice writing, to receive mentoring, and to meet new people. Funnily enough, I didn’t understand what “instructional design” was, but I was eager to learn and grow with a nice group of people.
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July First Friday @ 5: Let me touch it—Don’t demo your training
By Ruth-Anne Klassen, Student Liaison
The IDL SIG hosts a “First Friday” social event for students and members each month. Each edition of First Friday includes a short presentation. Here’s a recap of the July 7, 2023, session, in which our own Viqui Dill led a discussion about training.
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June First Friday @ 5: Demystifying ChatGPT with Jennifer Buckley
By Ruth-Anne Klassen, Student Liaison
Each month, the IDL SIG hosts a “First Friday” social event for students and members. Each edition of First Friday includes a short presentation. Jenn Buckley, M.Ed, MBA, MCCT, CPTD, was the presenter on Friday, June 2.
Jenn presented a demo and presentation on ChatGPT, focusing on reducing time spent on creative tasks and navigating controversy around ChatGPT and similar AI tools.
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Thinking Back on My Student Article Writing Competition Experience, One Year Later
By Ruth-Anne Klassen, Student Liaison
As we coordinate this year’s IDL Student Article Writing Competition (SAWC), I am reflecting on my experience entering a piece in the 2022 competition. The process of presenting my topic and submitting an article seemed insignificant to me. However, the experience seemed more impressive when my article continued for publishing in STC’s newsletter. I hope to encourage potential contestants in the competition, and other new technical communicators, to expose their work to new audiences.