LUYC 079: The Future of Education with Chris Do

LUYC 079: The Future of Education with Chris Do

Author: Janelle Allen: Learning Designer, Online Course Coach, and Entrepreneur January 16, 2019 Duration: 47:07
Hey, hey! Joining us on the show today is Chris Do, an Emmy award-winning director, designer and educator. Chris is also the CEO of Blind, a design consultancy in Los Angeles. In this episode, Chris and I talk about The Futur, his online education platform for designers. We also get into a pretty intense discussion about democratizing education. Enjoy! I want to make a difference on this planet. I'm on a mission to educate the world. Episode Quotes "Education, like healthcare, should be a universal right and not a privilege." "I believe that learning the tools and the techniques of design making is universal." "Hardwire yourself not to look at what makes you less than, but focus on what makes you more than." Listen to Learn 00:02 What is the ultimate goal of The Futur? 04:13 Challenges in Third World countries, how to solve them 12:23 Course creation process, how to make content more actionable 17:37 How do you figure out the learner's journey? 19:41 How teaching design differ from other courses? 25:13 Importance of community in education 27:26 Things to look forward to from Chris, links and announcements Want More? Chris and I couldn’t stop talking...so we recorded a bonus segment. In it, we talk learning business skills as a designer, how to get out of your comfort zone, the digital divide and more. It’s a great conversation! Grab it here: https://get.zencourses.co/extra/

Behind every successful online course is a story, and Level Up Your Course Podcast with Janelle Allen: Create Online Courses that Change Lives is where those stories are told. Host Janelle Allen, a Learning Designer and Online Course Coach with nearly a decade of experience as an Instructional Design consultant, goes beyond surface-level advice. In each episode, she sits down with entrepreneurs who have actually built impactful learning experiences, delving into the real journeys-the breakthroughs, the unexpected hurdles, and the lessons learned the hard way. This isn't just about inspiration; it's a practical resource. Janelle systematically unpacks her own proven strategies for designing courses that truly stick, building a sustainable business around them, and creating material that genuinely transforms students' lives. Tuning into this podcast feels like having a direct, honest conversation with a trusted mentor who has been in the trenches. You'll gather actionable insights on moving from idea to launch, structuring content for better learning outcomes, and establishing your own authority in a crowded market. If you're looking to create something that is both profitable and meaningful, this is the space for you.
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Level Up Your Course Podcast with Janelle Allen: Create Online Courses that Change Lives
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