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Writer's pictureGeorge Hanshaw

Boost Your AI Instructional Design Skills: My Four Favorite AI Tools Revealed!



Top 4 AI Software tools for instructional designers

AI in Instructional Design

If you've ever wondered how top instructional designers create such engaging and immersive learning experiences, you're in luck! The secret sauce lies in leveraging the right tools to streamline content creation and elevate the learning process. As a passionate instructional designer myself, I'm excited to reveal my go-to arsenal—the four game-changing tools that have revolutionized the way I approach instructional design. Let's dive in!


The first two tools are writing tools. Use AI as your personal writing assistant. You know what you want to say. Begin writing and use the two writing tools below to help you stay focused and write better content or web copy. If you are stuck both o fthe tools can help you brainstorm ways to get started.


1. Copy.ai: Unleash Your Writing Potential

In the instructional design game you have to know how to write. As the first gem in my toolkit, let me introduce Copy.ai, a fantastic AI-powered writing assistant. With its diverse range of templates, from blog posts to email drafts, Copy.ai lends a helping hand in crafting captivating content effortlessly. No more writer's block and no more endless revisions—this tool is an absolute must-have for any instructional designer seeking to create compelling course materials that resonate with learners.


Within copy.ai you can even create workflows. This makes copy.ai an extremely powerful tool and earns it my top spot.


It even helps you write effective prompts. You don't have to be a prompt engineer to write effective prompts with copy.ai. You can even ask it to write as a specific person and it will do it. Sign up for their daily tips.


2. Grammarly Go: Elevate Your Writing to New Heights

Next up is Grammarly Go, the AI-driven writing guru that keeps my content polished and pristine. This nifty tool not only detects grammar and spelling errors but also provides real-time suggestions to improve clarity and style. As an instructional designer, the ability to deliver error-free and professional content is paramount— and Grammarly Go ensures exactly that, on every single occasion.


3. Collosyan: Empower Your Video Productions

Welcome to the world of Collosyan, the ultimate video creation tool that has transformed my instructional design process. Collosyan assists in producing high-quality, visually appealing videos that hold learners' attention and ensure effective knowledge transfer. With this tool by your side, you'll be creating professional-grade video content that truly resonates with your audience.


4. WellSaidLabs: Transform Your Voiceover Experience

Say hello to WellSaid Labs, the audio-enhancing wizard that brings voiceovers to life. Its unique ability to switch between voices and adapt tone—whether it be conversational, promotional, or narration—adds dynamism and depth to your audio content. As an instructional designer, WellSaid Labs empowers you to deliver engaging, tailor-made audio that complements your course materials perfectly.


5. Synthesia: Bring Avatars to Life

Last but not least, let me unveil Synthesia, the futuristic tool that infuses your instructional design with cutting-edge technology. Its avatar creation capability allows you to breathe life into lifelike characters, revolutionizing how you communicate with learners. The impact? Enhanced learner engagement, retention, and more memorable, enjoyable learning experiences.


By embracing these four (or rather, five) incredible tools—Copy.ai, Grammarly Go, Collosyan, WellSaid Labs, and Synthesia—I've witnessed firsthand just how transformative they can be in streamlining and elevating my instructional design process. If you're ready to unleash your true potential as an instructional designer, I enthusiastically encourage you to explore these tools, witness their prowess, and create truly outstanding learning experiences. Join me in embracing innovation, and let's shape the future of instructional design together! My personal goal is to rid the world of boring courses. You know the type.


If instructional design is interesting to you Los Angeles Pacific University has a competency based education (CBE) Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology. This means you pay for subscription periods rather than classes. This program gives you the remote control to your educational experience. You speak into and actually define the projects you create to demonstrate your mastery of the 10 competencies. You also earn Instructional Design and soft skill micro-credentials as you work through the program.


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