How Instructional Designers Support Virtual and Blended Training Programs

Posted by Rachael Jones on Mar 18, 2026 8:30:00 AM

How Instructional Designers Support Virtual and
Blended Training Programs

 

Virtual and blended training programs have become a standard way for organizations to develop skills, onboard employees, and support user adoption. These programs combine digital learning with live instruction, creating flexibility while still allowing for guided practice and interaction. While technology enables this approach, strong results depend on how the learning experience is designed.

Instructional designers play a central role in shaping blended training programs that are clear, engaging, and aligned with business goals. Their work ensures that learners understand what to do, why it matters, and how to apply new knowledge on the job.

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Topics: instructional designers, corporate training programs, customized training programs, Designing virtual instructor led training, Corporate Virtual Training, Benefits of Virtual Instructor-Led Training, Effective Training Programs

What are Corporate Training Programs?

Posted by Rachael Jones on Sep 13, 2023 9:30:00 AM

What are Corporate Training Programs?

What are corporate training programs?  Corporate training programs are an essential aspect of any organization as they help to develop the skills and knowledge of employees, which in turn can lead to increased productivity and improved performance.

However, starting a successful corporate training program can be a daunting task. In this article, we will discuss some samples and the steps that organizations can take to ensure the successful implementation of a corporate training program.
 

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Topics: corporate training program, corporate training programs, customized training programs, What are Corporate Training Programs

Choosing Custom Training or Off-the-Shelf

Posted by Rachael Jones on Dec 28, 2017 11:23:01 AM

CUSTOM TRAINING TIPS FROM YOUR TRAINING COMPANY

When learning leaders are presented with the task of developing a new training program, the first step is a needs assessment. This assessment helps to identify the business objective of the training and the knowledge and/or skills gap it is addressing. A question that is asked early on in the process is whether the new program can be covered by off-the-shelf training or if custom training is the better choice.

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Topics: custom training, custom training solutions, customized training programs, customized training

How to Choose between Customized Training Programs & Off-the-Shelf

Posted by Rachael Jones on Jul 6, 2017 8:47:00 AM

TOP TRAINING COMPANY BEST PRACTICES

Have you ever sat in a training course and wondered why you were even there? The content was not engaging, the subject matter was not relevant to your industry, and the examples had nothing to do with your position. Chances are you retained little of the material presented and it did not have a long-term, positive impact on your job performance.

When implementing training in your organization, you can develop a customized training program or purchase an off-the-shelf course. But how do you choose? The best type of training depends on the needs of the organization and the target audience. 

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Topics: custom training, customized training programs, customized training

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