Author: jboursier

By Jason Boursier Not long ago, the job of a Learning Experience Designer (LXD) centered around well-scoped eLearning courses, instructor-led trainings, and well-worn LMS platforms. But something has changed. Or rather, everything has changed. I recently had a revelation: as AI rapidly transforms how people work, learn, and make decisions, a new role must emerge…

When I began this course, I didn’t have a clear set of expectations. At first glance, the syllabus suggested a continuation of the digital badges I had already been progressing through on my own. I had assumed these were more of a supplemental opportunity, not central to the coursework itself. But I’m glad I was…

This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a calling. A few months ago, I stood at a crossroads. Not on land, but in life. Caught between what I’d learned as an educator and what I’d lived as a sailor, I knew I was carrying something real—something raw—that could help people lead, adapt, and stay grounded when the…

I never thought I’d be co-hosting a podcast with an AI captain—but here we are. Boat, Brain, and Beyond: Sailor’s Mindset isn’t just a podcast about sailing. It’s a reflection of everything I’ve been learning about adaptive leadership, emotional resilience, and what it means to hold steady when everything feels like it’s going sideways. My…

Throughout this engaging journey of developing my Blue Edgewater Training website, I’ve gained invaluable insights into creating effective, ethical, and impactful communication strategies specifically tailored to adult learners and stakeholders. Reflecting on this experience, it’s clear that communication isn’t just about information delivery—it’s about cultivating trust, credibility, and meaningful connections. Plus I had a blast…

Adult learners are a specific group that needs to be expertly marketed to, and a website can enhance credibility for the teacher. Otherwise, the students will simply go somewhere else to take lessons on topics like language, photography, art education, and even sailing instruction. Thoughtfully designed websites can be used for consultants like Tony Vincent…

When I first considered joining Purdue University’s Learning Design and Technology (LDT) program, the concept of digital badges caught my attention immediately. During a conversation with Zach from admissions, he introduced me to the idea of LDT Badges. He described these badges not merely as digital stickers, but as powerful assets that transform a portfolio…

How do you prove the value of training when resources are stretched thin and some leadership questions the need for anything beyond a quick “happy sheet?” Recent articles I’ve read have converged around this theme: evaluation always requires extra time, money, and stakeholder buy-in—yet it’s precisely what can keep training departments alive when budgets tighten.…

When we talk about evaluating our learning programs—whether that’s a formal workshop or on-the-job coaching—two models often come up: Kirkpatrick’s Four Levels and the Learning-Transfer Evaluation Model (LTEM). Each has its own spin on how (and why) we should measure training success. Below is a brief comparison based on my recent deep-dive into these frameworks.…

In the world of training and instructional design, success isn’t just about delivering a great course—it’s about proving that learning leads to real-world improvements. A Level 4 Evaluation study is invaluable because it views training as an ongoing process, rather than a one-time event. According to Kirkpatrick and Kirkpatrick (2016), measuring training impact is much…