Instructional Design Workshops
for the Next Generation
Organizations that want to develop teams of internal employees and contractors on the Short Sims methodology can do so in a live class format. In this workshop, designers will learn directly from Clark Aldrich how to create Short Sims, and end the workshop with their first Short Sim created. Organizations must commit at least 8 instructional designers to a custom Short Sims workshop. The course is 5, one hour synchronous class sessions over 5 weeks, led by Clark Aldrich, and about 16 hours of self-paced work. All learners must submit a finished Short Sim to earn their certificate.
Or, individuals who want a self-paced program on Short Sims design can do so through our newest offering. It combines lectures and Short Sims to play, and is structured around students building their own Short Sim through about 16 hours of self-paced work. There are two required learner deliverables: submitting a Short Sim outline after Class 1, and then submitting a completed Short Sim after Class 4. These will be reviewed by Clark Aldrich and are required for certification.
Either format is ideal for traditional instructional designers and those who have branching story authoring experience that they want to take to the next level.
Learners can earn their Short Sims Certification.
What Learners are Saying About
Short Sims Workshops by Clark Aldrich
"Clark, We appreciate your excellent training and insights. This has moved us forward in a direction that we’ve wanted to follow for a while. If you decide there is an advanced training, please let us know."
"Many thanks for the very helpful course. I’m glad I plucked up the courage to share my Short Sim last time because your feedback was invaluable.”
“Thank you for the amazing seminar and for sharing your knowledge and experience with our team.”
"Thank you for a great course - we've been working hard on how to implement Short Sims for our clients."
"Many thanks for your clear and helpful feedback. It does take a lot of reflection and honesty (or right-mindedness) to make a good-quality Short Sim."
“The learning classes with you, well I would say more that it were a masterclass and I enjoyed so much. Honestly, I learned in few hours so much and it exceeded my expectations. You showed us how to let our inner creativity bloom.”
"It’s hard work but the results are amazing.”
"'Thank you' Clark for a great class! And to my fellow classmates - I learned a lot from you. It was inspiring."