ASTD Unveils the ASTD Instructional Design Network (ISD Network)
Today ASTD announced the formation of its
Instructional Design Network (ISD Network), a Community of Practice (CoP) for Instructional Designers.
What is it?
From its website, the purpose of the ISD Network is:
The Instructional Design Network ("ISD Network") is a private community especially for professionals who specialize in designing learning. The goal of the community is simpleundefinedto provide a collaborative environment for instructional designers across all industries and geographies to connect with each other and share ideas and meaningful information about instructional design.
Who can join?
Membership is open to anyone, although it must be approved before you can access the network.
What are the benefits of joining?
The ISD Network lists the following benefits:
- Collaborate with your peers
- Get answers to ISD-related questions
- Share insights and best practices
- Network with professionals who share your interests
- Learn about instructional design events and up-to-the-minute content
What does it cost?
Nothing, membership in the ISD Network is free.
How does it work?
The ISD Network will be using
Yammer as its social platform.