Amber Jackson

Some practical tips at a jam packed #devlearn session from Lauren Waldman, Learning Pirate … design for the brain, allow time for processing and keep these in mind through your design cycle. (Yes, this repost is because this time the video has better AI enabled audio clean up)

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AFROTECH 2024 reflections.  One of the most impactful sessions for me focused on the critical need for formal training around generative AI. The speakers stressed that while this technology is revolutionizing industries—streamlining workflows, enhancing creativity, and personalizing solutions—its potential can only be fully realized if organizations invest in robust, targeted training programs-which has always been my challenge. Beyond teaching the technical skills to use AI tools, the session emphasized the importance of educating employees on the ethical considerations and long-term implications of AI adoption in the workplace. As someone in learning and development, I left with a renewed sense of purpose to help bridge this knowledge gap and design impactful training that prepares teams for the future of work. What resonated deeply was the idea that embracing AI responsibly isn’t just about keeping up with innovation—it’s about creating equitable, empowered workforces that use these tools to make meaningful contributions. AFROTECH reminded me of the power of community, knowledge, and action. As I head back to Philadelphia, I’m grateful for the connections I made and the insights I gained, and I’m excited to start turning them into strategies that help others grow. If you’ve never attended AFROTECH, I can’t recommend it enough—it’s more than a conference; it’s a call to shape the future together.  I’m heading back to Philly energized, inspired, and ready to practically applylearned. If you’re in the tech or professional development space and haven’t attended AFROTECH yet, put it on your radar—you won’t regret it. #AFROTECH2024 #GenerativeAI #LearningAndDevelopment #AITraining #FutureOfWork #TechInnovation #ProfessionalGrowth #AIForGood #ResponsibleAI #WorkforceDevelopment #InclusiveTech #BlackExcellence #TechCommunity #SkillBuilding #EquityInTech

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AFROTECH 2024 reflections.  One of the most impactful sessions for me focused on the critical need for formal training around generative AI. The speakers stressed that while this technology is revolutionizing industries—streamlining workflows, enhancing creativity, and personalizing solutions—its potential can only be fully realized if organizations invest in robust, targeted training programs-which has always been my challenge. Beyond teaching the technical skills to use AI tools, the session emphasized the importance of educating employees on the ethical considerations and long-term implications of AI adoption in the workplace. As someone in learning and development, I left with a renewed sense of purpose to help bridge this knowledge gap and design impactful training that prepares teams for the future of work. What resonated deeply was the idea that embracing AI responsibly isn’t just about keeping up with innovation—it’s about creating equitable, empowered workforces that use these tools to make meaningful contributions. AFROTECH reminded me of the power of community, knowledge, and action. As I head back to Philadelphia, I’m grateful for the connections I made and the insights I gained, and I’m excited to start turning them into strategies that help others grow. If you’ve never attended AFROTECH, I can’t recommend it enough—it’s more than a conference; it’s a call to shape the future together.  I’m heading back to Philly energized, inspired, and ready to practically applylearned. If you’re in the tech or professional development space and haven’t attended AFROTECH yet, put it on your radar—you won’t regret it. #AFROTECH2024 #GenerativeAI #LearningAndDevelopment #AITraining #FutureOfWork #TechInnovation #ProfessionalGrowth #AIForGood #ResponsibleAI #WorkforceDevelopment #InclusiveTech #BlackExcellence #TechCommunity #SkillBuilding #EquityInTech

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This article explores the barriers blind students encounter when accessing learning content online. Some of their findings include images lacking alternative text, math content presented as images, inaccessible tables, and buttons without labels. The article also highlights accessibility barriers present in video games too. Please check out the full article for more information. #accessibility https://lnkd.in/gbP3yjri

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If you're rushing to apply for instructional design jobs without learning the field and building a portfolio, you might be doing more harm than good 🚫 Imagine trying to become a nurse or an engineer without any training. You wouldn’t just jump into applying for jobs without education, right? It’s the same thing with instructional design! You need to: 1️⃣ Learn the tools & techniques 2️⃣ Build a portfolio & portfolio samples 3️⃣ Then apply with an updated resume using ID lingo Remember: Skipping these steps may mean wasting time, money, and energy, or even stretching your transition out even longer. While it may feel like you slowing down while learning these things, it's actually going to help you SPEED UP, as you move forward! #instructionaldesign #careertransition #careerchange #ID

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Are you excited about inclusive and accessible learning? I sure am! Stay connected with Alphabeth Studios LLC's FREE resources by clicking that Follow button. ______________________ ⭐ Who is AlphaBeth Studios? We create inclusive learning experiences for mission-driven organizations, through the relentless pursuit of accessible technology ⭐ What we offer: ✅ Needs Assessment: Defining your learning goals is key to understanding your audience and what motivates them. ✅ Lesson Plans and Curricula: Well-structured and comprehensive lesson plans tailored to your needs. ✅ Interactive Presentations: Multimedia presentations including slides, animations and video with instructor-led prompts. ✅ Worksheets and Activities: Fun and stimulating exercises that reinforce key concepts. ✅ Assessments and Quizzes: Thoughtfully designed evaluation tools to track progress and comprehension. ✅ Study Guides: In-depth study materials that simplify complex topics and promote self-guided learning. ✅ Gamification: Storytelling meets education through games that enhance learning through consistent feedback and repetition. ✅ Visual Aides: Using graphic design principles to facilitate understanding. Need help developing top-quality content and teaching resources? Contact me today! ✉️ Email: [email protected] 🌐 Website: alphabeth.me #AlphaBethStudios #Disability #Inclusion #InclusiveEducation #InclusiveLearning #LearningAndDevelopment #Accessibility #Diversity

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Bridging Fun and Function: How to Align Game Elements with Learning Objectives https://lnkd.in/exqwjxGN #games #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #boardgames #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames 

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This article helps highlight why trying to improve screen reader pronunciation can create more problems than it solves. #accessibility https://lnkd.in/g8ZTnNhw

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Shout out to Amber Fields for her Design for Impact program through Black UX Labs! One thing about Amber is that she genuinely cares about people and helping them succeed. She has a ton of empathy and always goes out of her way to support you in ways that align with what you truly need. Amber is compassionate, an attentive listener, and someone who takes the time to fully understand your needs before delivering actionable coaching. Her guidance doesn’t just help you learn new hard or soft skills; it helps you develop real confidence—confidence as a leader in the design space, or as someone who’s pursuing leadership. After completing Amber’s program, I feel more confident now than ever. If you’re looking to elevate yourself and build authentic confidence in your design career, I can’t recommend her program enough. #DesignForImpact #UXDesign #Leadership #Confidence #ProductInnovation

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This week's #ELHChallenge (#453) is about using Dials in e-learning interactions. Dials can be used for more than just making selections and changing values! In this demonstration, I used dials to create simple animations in a scene. There are six dials in this interaction, and one is used to control the others. Be sure to check out the second slide, because it shows what the dials look like without the face fills. View the sample here: https://lnkd.in/g9BafmTR #elearningdevelopment #articulatestoryline #instructionaldesign

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Designing Learning Experiences: Incorporating Mancala Mechanics from Games https://lnkd.in/eCui6cX8 #games #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #boardgames #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames 

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👋🏽 UX folks in and around the Richmond, VA area? We need your help. The UX Census (RVA) Survey is crucial for understanding how UX is practiced in #RVA. Unfortunately, participation is down a bit this year and we only have 5 days left to gather the insights we need. Please take a moment to fill out the survey and encourage at least 3 of your friends or colleagues to take the survey. Why should you complete the survey? - Your Insights Matter: Your insights help deliver a comprehensive report that provides information on job titles, skills, salaries, industries, tools,  etc., how jobs are changes, and more. - It’s Quick, Easy, and Anonymous: The survey takes less than 12 minutes. - Prove UX Happens in RVA: It’s an opportunity to get counted and show depth and breadth of the local user experience community from Designers and Researchers of all types (#UX, #CX, #Product, Experience, etc.) to Information Architects to Content Strategist and UX Writers to UX/UI and UI/UX, and more. Special Thanks to: Our Donors Our Sponsors: VCU da Vinci Center, ServiceEase, and Rosenfeld Media Promotional Partners: Ladies that UX Richmond, Richmond Design Group, and RVA Content Strategy. #design #informationarchitecture #rvatech #uxcareers #uxd #uxr #richmondva #technology #ui

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This article provides some better questions to ask instead of "Is this accessible?" It is important to consider the standard you're using to define "accessible" like WCAG 2.1. Also, looking at a VPAT or testing the platform using assistive technology. #accessibility https://lnkd.in/gtfh233y

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Flow Beyond Gaming: Applications in Education and Beyond https://lnkd.in/eyTwKVRb #games #gamesbasedlearning #gamedesign #gaming #gamedevelopment #boardgames #gamification #gbl #games4ed #gamificationoflearning #edgames 

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I'm happy to have contributed to this article about the advancement of AI and Assistive Technology! It's exciting to see how these fields are coming together to create new possibilities for people with disabilities! https://lnkd.in/e7PxqEQD #AI #AssistiveTechnology #Accessibility #Inclusion #Exoskeletons

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