Comparing AI Image Generation Tools Comparing strengths and use cases of multiple AI image generation tools, including Midjourney, Gemini, and Recraft.

AI Slides and Images: ID Links 10/28/25 Curated links related to AI slides and PowerPoint tools, AI images and art, recommendations for using AI, and filtering your LinkedIn feed.

Nano Banana (Gemini) Character Image Experiments Gemini 2.5 Flash (more commonly known as the "Nano Banana" model) was released in August, but I haven't had much chance to experiment with it until now. Like ChatGPT's image generation tool, Nano Banana can generate and edit images in a chat format.…

Plausible Distractors for Compliance Training Mini Scenarios How do you write plausible distractors for compliance training mini scenarios when the policies are very black and white?

AI Art Styles, Feedback and Behavior Change: ID Links 9/30/25 Curated links related to AI art styles, AI image tools, feedback and behavior change, working with AI, and tips for getting a job in L&D.

🤖 Reality Check #1 15/20 🔥 Perfect Streak: 7 I can spot AI images 75% of the time. 🧠 Can you beat me? realitycheckk.com

Get More Variety in AI Image Styles Changing a few words to describe a specific image style can give you a wide range of different AI image styles.

Generating Conversation Videos with InfiniteTalk InfiniteTalk is an image-to-video AI tool that can generate videos of talking avatars for conversations and scenarios.

AI Ethics and Tools: ID Links 9/2/25 Curated links related to AI ethics and energy use plus a character generation tool and other AI image and video tools.

Prompt Structure for AI Image Generation Use a standard prompt structure with specific elements for generating AI images to get better, more accurate results.

Minimizing Bias in AI-Generated Images Learn techniques for minimizing bias in AI-generated images for learning. Watch the recording of my session from AIDC.

My Top Ten Tools for Learning 2025 My top 10 tools for creating learning and supporting my own learning including Poe, Midjourney, Twine, Articulate 360, and Affinity Designer.

Environmental Impact of AI, AI Media: ID Links 8/5/25 Curated links related to the environmental impact of AI, identifying and generating AI media, AI & L&D, WCAG standards, and more.

Check out Wes's post on differing views of AI ethics. I agree with Wes that we can advocate for "ethical and beneficial" uses of AI and oppose technofascism without completely rejecting all AI.

Saving and Sharing Resources with the Raindrop Bookmark Manager Learn the process of saving, tagging, organizing, and curating resources with the Raindrop Bookmark Manager.

Avatars, Images, Copyright, and Bias: ID Links 7/8/25 Curated links related to AI video avatars, AI image generation & editing, copyright and bias, and tools and templates.

Hedra Character 3 Video Generation Samples of video generation with Hedra Character 3 showing a character with lip synced dialogue and calm and frustrated emotions.

Generating Visual Metaphors to Support Learning Use AI tools like Midjourney to generate unique visual metaphors to support learning by visually representing abstract concepts.

Action-First Learning: Book Review Karl Kapp's latest book, Action-First Learning, explores ways we can shift from traditional passive learning experiences to focus on action.

Frustrations with ChatGPT Image Generation I find ChatGPT image generation frustrating. Sometimes it works great, but other times I struggle with details in scenes.

A3) In one Slack community, we use "snags and brags" to talk about successes and challenges. It provides a place to show your work and a safe place to talk about failures. #LearnChat

Hello #LearnChat! Christy in Cary, NC. I'll probably be in and out tonight. One microlearning moment that stuck with me recently is how much of the Midjourney content is in video, not text. I really just want to read stuff fast rather than watching.

AI Image Gen, Free Tools: ID Links 5/13/25 Curated links related to AI image generation, free tools, accessibility, working with AI, assessment, feedback, and conferences.

Collected AI and Instructional Design Posts A collection of posts on AI and instructional design, including AI image generation and how AI will affect the ID field.

Just out! eBook on free tools for #instructionaldesigners. With contributions from people like @tracyparish.bsky.social @kqlnd.bsky.social @christytucker.bsky.social @susimiller1.bsky.social @nickfloro.bsky.social @andrewjacobslnd.bsky.social & more! www.learningguild.com/publications... #ID #LnD

2 Ways to Add Background Images in Twine Learn how to add background images in Twine for branching scenarios using enchant macros or CSS with code to copy and paste.

A6) One model that we can use to help people learn how to build and grow their skills is this this one. We can't be unicorns who can do every skill equally well, but we can be mishapen combs with some strong and weak skills. uxdesign.cc/generalist-v... #LearnChat

Or if not necessarily measurable ways, at least observable ways. Julie Dirksen's photo test is good for this: "If I took a photo of this behavior, what would it look like?" Getting concrete about what communication or other skills should look and sound like is part of the process.

A4. Part of developing skills has to be creating opportunities to practice and get meaningful feedback. You can't just watch it done once and then perform competently. You need to practice to build skills and get feedback to improve. #LearnChat

A2) I don't formally track my own skill development, but writing a weekly blog post gives me an informal record of what I have learned and improved over time. #LearnChat

Q1) TBH, I'm not super clear on what people always mean when they say "skills" and "Skills-based." It feels like it involves breaking job responsibilities into component tasks and thinking about how to learn enough to do them. And skills require active practice, not just listening.

Q0) Christy Tucker in Cary, NC. Last week I learned that sometimes you can give a tarantula a high five at the Museum of Life and Science in Durham. #LearnChat

Hello #LearnChat! Tuesday nights are normally D&D for me, but we're not playing this week. Therefore, I figured I'd pop in to chat with you.

Curated links related to freelancing, AI tools, accessibility, fair use, and storytelling (including some fun with a Choose Your Own Adventure story). christytuckerlearning.com/freelancing-...

Generating Consistent Characters in the Midjourney Web Interface Follow this process for generating consistent characters in the Midjourney web interface. Get tips for better results.

Not All Revolutionary or Garbage: A Moderate Take on AI The extreme views on AI claim it's either revolutionary or garbage. I have a moderate take on AI: It's useful but doesn't change everything.

Scenario Characters, Career Resources: ID Links 3/11/25 Curated links related to scenario characters (both images and writing), ID career resources, accessibility icons, and a business simulator.

Go Beyond Boring: Creating Scenario-Based Learning that Engages Participants I'm giving a free webinar through Training Mag Network on Tuesday, March 11 at 12:00 EDT. If you can't join live, register so they'll email you the link to the recording.

My Approach to Scenario Writing and Multimedia: Visual Lounge Podcast On the Visual Lounge Podcast, I shared tips for writing, using storytelling elements, and when to use multimedia to enhance your messaging.

Training 2025 Conference Recap My recap of the Training 2025 Conference with highlights and tips from sessions and keynotes at the event.

When should you use scenarios for software training, and when are they overkill? That's one of the topics we discussed on the Digital Adoption Show podcast with Whatfix. Watch the interview: www.youtube.com/watch?v=7g7A...

Scenario-Based Software Training: Digital Adoption Show Watch my interview on scenario-based software training with Whatfix, including when to use or avoid scenarios.

Midjourney Styles, Learning Games: ID Links 2/11/25 Curated links related to Midjourney styles, learning games, AI tools, an L&D salary survey, and video editing tips.

The call for proposals for DevLearn is now open. I really enjoyed this conference last year and am deciding which ideas to submit this year. More info here: devlearn.com/call-fo...

The Power of Practice in Workplace Learning: Podcast Interview Workplace training often stops at delivering information. Learn about the power of practice in workplace learning in this Learning+ podcast.

Since it came up on LinkedIn today, I'm sharing this article about both how to respond to brain picking requests and how to improve those requests. If you're asking for free guidance or help from an expert, these 5 tips make it easier for them to help you. 🧵

Experimenting with Character Generation in ConsistentCharacter.ai The ConsistentCharacter.ai tool generates character images in multiple poses and has an Expression Editor for more precise control.

If participants can’t see the connection between training and their jobs, they won’t be motivated. Scenario-based learning is one solution. Register for my free webinar Go Beyond Boring: Creating Scenario-Based Learning that Engages Participants www.trainingmagnetwork.com/events/4005?...

Accessibility, AI Tools, Animation Pricing: ID Links 1/21/25 Curated links related to accessibility, AI tools and tips, animation pricing, scenario-based learning, and course hosting platforms.

Ethan Mollick is one of the prominent voices on AI who I follow. He spends a significant amount of time experimenting with AI and reporting the results, as well as researching what is and isn't working with AI. www.oneusefulthing.org/p/15-times-t...