Freelance Instructional Designer Handbook

Introduction This handbook is being written by the hard working instructional designers who are the dedicated freelancers who create high quality e-learning materials for our global community. You are the best! Thanks for your contributions. Contents /Freelance Instructional Design Defined?/ Definition Skills Needed Tools Training Certifications The Legal Aspect Your Web Site Your Portfolio /Freelance Software Tools/ The Top Tools Rapid Development Tools Graphic Editing Tools Social Media Tools Testing Sites & Tools LMS Tools SCORM AICC FREE TOOLS /Contracts/ W2 or W9 or EIN or Inc.? The Good, Bad and Ugly of Contracts Payment Methods and Schedules Monetary Exchange Rates & Your Wages Taxes: National, State & International ID, Design or Contractor Insurance International Contracts /Marketing/ Traditional Marketing Social Media LinkedIn Search Engines Web Site Contests /Contract Searching/ Where to Find a Contract? Agencies Job Boards Networking /Professional Organizations/ E-Learning Guild ASTD /E-Learning Theories, Research & Data/ E-Learning Principles Cognitive Theories Current Data Yearly Industry Publications /The Great Tips, Tricks & Techniques/ Software Tips E-Learning Tips Storyboard Templates ID Process Documents Resources Links to Showcase E-Learning Design 50%