149: Insights into the Field of Instructional Design with Holly Owens, Adjunct Instructor, Touro University

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The tables have turned and our host, Holly Owens is being interviewed about her experience as an Instructional Designer and her love for teaching by guest host, Shriti Panda, Digital Marketing Specialist at Touro.

In this episode, Holly discusses her journey from being a high school teacher to working in higher education and corporate instructional design. She teaches courses on designing online instruction and emphasizes the importance of applying theories and knowledge in real-world projects. Holly incorporates her practical experience as an instructional designer into her teaching methods by sharing real-world challenges and successes.

In this episode, Holly discusses her journey from being a high school teacher to working in higher education and corporate instructional design. She teaches courses on designing online instruction and emphasizes the importance of applying theories and knowledge in real-world projects. Holly incorporates her practical experience as an instructional designer into her teaching methods by sharing real-world challenges and successes.

She highlights the support and flexibility offered by the instructional design program and the focus on industry-standard tools and trends. Holly's transition from a practitioner to an educator is driven by her desire to give back and share her experiences.

She emphasizes the importance of understanding where one wants to be in instructional design and developing transferable skills. Holly incorporates technology and digital tools into her curriculum and measures student success through feedback and post-graduation support.

Episode Takeaways

Instructional design involves applying theories and knowledge in real-world projects.
Sharing real-world challenges and successes enhances the learning experience.
Understanding where one wants to be in the field of instructional design is crucial.
Developing transferable skills and updating professional materials are important for a career in instructional design.
Incorporating technology and digital tools into the curriculum helps students become proficient in utilizing them effectively.
Measuring student success through feedback and post-graduation support is essential.

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Holly Owens

Founder and Host

Holly Owens is the Director of Growth Marketing at Yellowdig where she leads strategic marketing initiatives to drive brand awareness, engagement, and customer acquisition. With over 17 years of experience in education, instructional technology, and marketing, Holly specializes in creating inclusive and engaging learning experiences that leverage technology to solve complex challenges.

Before joining Yellowdig, Holly built an extensive career in eLearning and instructional design, transitioning from teaching to instructional technology in 2011. She held roles at Northern Virginia Community College, Coppin State University, and the University of Maryland, Baltimore Countybefore serving as a Senior Instructional Designer at RisePoint (formerly Academic Partnerships). She also worked as an Instructional Designer at Touro University, where she remains an Adjunct Instructor in the Graduate School of Technology, teaching instructional design courses since 2012.

Holly holds two master’s degrees from the University of Maryland, Global Campus—one in Instructional Technology and another in Distance Education—along with a certificate in Distance Education Leadership. Her passion for education extends beyond the classroom as the host of the EdUp L&D podcast, where she explores emerging trends in learning and development, featuring industry experts who share insights on the future of education and workforce training.

Recognized for her expertise in marketing, UX, and project management, Holly has worked closely with executive leaders, including CEOs… Read More