At Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease Unit, I have the unique advantage of using cutting-edge AI tools like AZ ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Grok. Integrating these tools—especially AZ ChatGPT—into my daily workflow has made a noticeable difference in how quickly and confidently I can design learning solutions.
Since adopting AZ ChatGPT, I’ve cut my average course development time in half. Tasks that previously took 6 to 8 hours now typically take about 4 hours. This boost in efficiency means I can:
• Meet tight deadlines
• Take on more projects at once
• Quickly shift focus when priorities change
Getting up to speed on complex or unfamiliar topics used to be time-consuming. With AZ ChatGPT, I can:
• Spend less time on background research
• Focus more energy on creating engaging and effective learning experiences
This new approach does not just save time—it enables faster delivery, better use of our team’s resources, and helps the business adapt to evolving training needs.
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I studied the Dick and Carey Instructional Model during my graduate studies at UMass Boston. Why do I like this model? Because I believe in creating training with a purpose and the only way to do it is by making sure that we understand the goal the training is trying to achieve, the needs of the learners and whether or not the learners were able to apply at work what they learned.
The part of the process I enjoy most are the needs assessment and the develop instructional materials because it is when I feel closest to the learners.
The following blog posts describe better my training process and planning and development:
Yes, I know about the Successive Approximations Model (SAM.)
I've had people ask me for resources on how to develop online courses. I created a resource site to help people plan, design and develop courses. It is based on my process to design and develop self-paced online courses.