This is Learning Experience Design: What it is, how it works, and why it matters.

Chapter 5

How to design a learning experience

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A mind is like a parachute; it doesn’t work unless it’s open.

—FRANK ZAPPA, MUSICIAN

You probably can’t wait to put learning experience design (LXD) into action. That’s great! Designing learning experiences is an exciting, challenging, fun, and fulfilling process.

Remember, we established three vital elements of designing a learning experience: the designer, the design process, and the design tools (FIGURE 5.1).

FIGURE 5.1 Understanding the design process enables you to get the most out of your designer’s skill and ...