Generative AI for Learning Design and Curriculum Development

Modern learning design requires balancing pedagogical standards with the need for rapid content creation. This course explores how generative AI can serve as a powerful assistant in the instructional design lifecycle, helping you move from a blank page to a structured course framework more efficiently. You will learn to leverage AI to automate repetitive tasks while ensuring that the final educational experience remains human-centered and effective. By the end of this program, you will be able to integrate AI tools into your daily workflow to enhance both the speed and quality of your design activities. What you'll learn: - Draft precise learning objectives and measurable course outcomes. - Create comprehensive learner personas to guide content relevance. - Apply prompt engineering patterns specifically for educational contexts. - Generate creative brainstorming ideas for interactive learning activities. - Align assessment strategies with core curriculum components. - Evaluate AI outputs for pedagogical alignment and ethical considerations. The course begins with foundational concepts of generative AI and prompt engineering before moving into specific applications for curriculum planning and content development. This text-based program is designed for beginners in instructional design or educators who want to modernize their workflow with no prior AI experience required. Start applying modern AI techniques to your learning design projects today.