Three ways Learning Design professionals can use LLMs to supercharge AI in education
Can you believe ChatGPT is already a toddler's age? I use it daily—and so does my entire Learning Design team. In fact, I've named my go-to Large Language Model (LLM) "TODD." Because when you use something this often, you may as well make it personal. Hi, I'm Bianca Raby—CEO, educator, and passionate advocate for AI in education. Now that the hype has simmered a little, it's the perfect time to talk about practical applications. So, here are three ways we're using LLMs to enhance our Learning Design workflows and bring eLearning to life.
1. LLMs turn passive video into active learning
One of the most powerful uses of LLMs in Learning Design is transforming passive content into active engagement. YouTube is packed with brilliant explainer videos. But left alone, these are passive learning assets.
Let's say you're building an eLearning module on Bitcoin. You find a sharp 3-minute Guardian video. Great—now what?
Transcribe it with Otter.ai
Paste it into an LLM like ChatGPT with this prompt: "I need 3 multiple choice questions based on this transcript, each with 4 answers and explanations for the correct ones."
The result? Active, retention-focused content aligned to solid Learning Design principles.
This is AI in education at its best—fast, accurate, and learner-centric.
2. Generate teaching concept intros
When working with SMEs, we often receive raw facts or comparison tables, especially in technical subjects like cryptocurrency.
Instead of staring at a blank doc, I use an LLM to generate an introduction for that teaching concept. For example:
Prompt: "What's the difference between Bitcoin and altcoins?"
Result: A well-structured, paragraph summary perfect for kicking off your content.
These summaries help Learning Design professionals bridge the gap between complex SME knowledge and learner-friendly content—a key benefit of AI in education.
3. Expand slide notes into narratives
Old-school face-to-face slide decks often come with bullet-point speaker notes that don't translate well online.
Here's where LLMs come in again.
Paste in those dot points with a prompt like: "Expand on these notes about Bitcoin vs. Gold for an online learning context."
Just like that, you've got the bones of a clear, contextual paragraph—ready for SME review and integration into your learning module.
What Learning Design professionals must prioritise with AI in Education
Always fact-check LLM outputs—treat them like any research tool.
Use them to accelerate your process, not replace your expertise.
Stay curious. This is just the beginning of what AI in education can do.
If you're a Learning Design professional navigating new tech, LLMs can be the ultimate copilot for your builds.
Until next time, stay awesome.