r/instructionaldesign is a subreddit with 62k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and solution requests, and the community frequently discusses instructional design, looking for, struggling, hard time, and elearning, and they frequently recommend/review project management tools, lms, and project management tool.
Welcome to r/InstructionalDesign—a supportive space for anyone curious about or working in instructional design. Whether you're brand new or a seasoned pro, this is a place to ask questions, share ideas, and grow together. We value respectful conversation, diverse perspectives, and the collaborative, curious spirit that makes Reddit great.
Popular Themes in r/instructionaldesign
#1
Advice Requests
: "I'm 37, female, have ADHD and at a bit of a career crossroads. l'a appreciate massively some advice from people who work in learning design, instructional design, L&D, organisational development or related roles...(uk responses please)"
11 posts
#2
Solution Requests
: "Articulate course design freelance needed-Remote"
5 posts
#3
Pain & Anger
: "I hate the term 'Gamification'. Here's why"
3 posts
#4
Ideas
: "Help me make a 30-min "Python for non-coders" talk actually fun, creative ideas wanted (not looking for AI-generated suggestions)"
1 post
#5
Opportunities
: "ID Job Posting - Remote (US Only)"
1 post
Popular Topics in r/instructionaldesign
#1
Instructional Design
: "What Is the Ideal Length for an Instructional Design Portfolio Project?"
41 posts
#2
Looking For
40 posts
#3
Struggling
7 posts
#4
Hard Time
6 posts
#5
Elearning
5 posts
#6
Hate
5 posts
#7
Struggling With
4 posts
#8
Tool
4 posts
#9
Career
4 posts
#10
Remote
4 posts
Products Discussed in r/instructionaldesign
Project Management Tools
42 reviews
#1
Asana
4.4★ from 9 reviews
#2
Monday.com
3.6★ from 5 reviews
#3
ProofHub
4.0★ from 4 reviews
Lms
32 reviews
#1
Absorb
4.3★ from 3 reviews
#2
LearnWorlds
3.0★ from 3 reviews
#3
Learn Upon
4.5★ from 2 reviews
Project Management Tool
16 reviews
#1
Monday
2.5★ from 2 reviews
#2
Smartsheet
4.5★ from 2 reviews
#3
Airtable
4.0★ from 1 review
Flair Used in r/instructionaldesign
#1
Discussion
: "This Should Concern Us"
36 posts
#2
Corporate
: "have we reached the bottom?"
19 posts
#3
Tools
: "The Articuland Announcement Thread"
17 posts
#4
Job Posting
: "One of my clients is hiring! (Fully Remote - Contract ID)"
7 posts
#5
K12
: "Hi"
5 posts
#6
Freelance Advice
: "Does anyone have an unconventional job with an ID background/degree?"
4 posts
#7
Example
: "I created a cozy cyber security training game."
3 posts
#8
Events
: "Hi Dr. Karl Kapp here to answer all your questions about Gamification, AI and Instructional Design! AMA."
3 posts
#9
Design and Theory
: "I hate the term 'Gamification'. Here's why"
3 posts
#10
New to ISD
: "I'm 37, female, have ADHD and at a bit of a career crossroads. l'a appreciate massively some advice from people who work in learning design, instructional design, L&D, organisational development or related roles...(uk responses please)"
3 posts
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Yearly
+14k members(28.9%)
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Last updated: September 16, 2026