Bridging the Gap: Leveraging Technical Writing Skills in Learning Design

As experienced technical writers, you possess a wealth of skills and expertise that can translate into the realm of learning design. In this Write the Docs Meetup, we will explore how your background in technical writing uniquely positions you to excel in creating impactful learning experiences including e-learning.

Leading us in this exploration will be Wayne Williams. With over 20 years of experience in the field of learning, Wayne understands the importance of harnessing diverse skill sets to craft effective instructional materials. Technical writers, like yourselves, bring a multitude of transferable skills to the table, making you invaluable assets in the world of learning design.

We will delve into some of the competencies that underpin your success as technical writers and highlight how they align with key principles of instructional design. From your communication skills to your meticulous attention to detail, each aspect of your expertise plays a role in shaping engaging and informative learning content.

In this meetup, we will examine how technical writing skills can be utilized to create learning solutions such as e-learning. Whether it's distilling complex concepts into digestible content or leveraging visual aids to enhance comprehension, your proficiency in these areas lays a solid foundation for designing effective learning experiences.

Your takeaway from this meetup will be insight to help bridge the gap when applying your skills as a technical writer to e-learning design and embark on a journey to create transformative learning experiences that empower learners and drive organizational success.

This meetup will be held online through Zoom. A Zoom link will be provided closer to the meetup date.