What’s the next path on your AI learning journey?
Let us be your guide with expertly designed and led learning experiences.

About Next Path Design
Our Mission
Designing practical solutions that foster lasting, positive change through effective learning experiences
Our Focus
Creating online learning experiences that empower individuals and organizations to navigate complex challenges and embrace new opportunities, including a current focus on AI
Our Approach
Instructional design, guided facilitation, and applied research led by founder Jennifer Maddrell, PhD, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience creating learning experiences that achieve lasting results
Explore Our Learning Pathways
Our learning pathways are designed to guide you on journeys of discovery, application, and innovation. Whether you’re taking your first steps or blazing new trails, we meet you where you are with the right resources and guidance.

Pathfinding
Our Pathfinder digital resources and short online courses point the way forward with essential frameworks, tools, and structured guidance. Perfect for those seeking direction without a long time commitment, our Pathfinders provide practical implementation strategies you can apply immediately.

Exploring
Our Exploration workshops are live interactive webinars where you apply foundational knowledge through guided practice. These facilitated sessions combine expert instruction with real-time application, creating dynamic learning experiences that bridge theory and practice.

Trailblazing
Our guided Trailblazer journeys are comprehensive learning experiences designed to build advanced skills and drive lasting transformation. These advanced programs are custom designed for those ready to forge new paths in their own lives and to guide the journeys of others.
Why Next Path Design?
Flexible Formats
Choose self-guided paths or enhance your experience with live webinars and community interaction.
Networking Options
Unlike typical online courses, our experiences feature optional peer networking and facilitated discussions.
Evidence-Based Approach
All solutions grounded in learning and instructional design evidence-based approaches.
Expert Guidance
Designed and led by Jennifer Maddrell, PhD bringing both academic expertise and real-world implementation experience.
Practical Outcomes
Every offering focuses on actionable skills and tangible results you can implement immediately.
Continuous Improvement
An active research program ensures ongoing improvement through empirical evidence.
