About
I serve as a trusted advisor to faculty and higher-education stakeholders on
instructional design and technology. Together, we create engaging, evidence-based learning experiences that support learner success in-person, online, and beyond.
I have supported the achievement of learning outcomes at educational organizations, such as Pearson, Macmillan, Pluralsight, Arizona State University, and Michigan State University. I am also an experienced educator at the university level, having instructed courses in user experience design, game development, and computer literacy in the U.S. and Southeast Asia.
Empathetic Practice
I once supported an organization-wide effort to implement high-quality instructional design practices. While the partnership with my direct stakeholder went smoothly, things got a bit more complicated once it came time to train the faculty.
Some faculty had deep concerns over the changing landscape and what implications that might have for their jobs and expert autonomy. I was able to alleviate concerns and earn faculty buy-in through empathetic communication, much to the delight of my direct stakeholder.
In my design philosophy, I explain how I handle challenges like these in practice.
Learning Sciences Approach
When it comes to design principles and practices, I take a learning sciences approach. A strong backward-design process infused with evidence-based principles from the latest discoveries in educational research enable us to achieve high-impact learning outcomes.
In the 12 Principles of Evidence-Based Learning video series, I highlight ways that we can apply learning sciences principles in practice to make a powerful impact on our learners.
One of my favorite design principles, Personalization, is the subject of this video.
Emerging Technology for Learning
Emerging technologies, like AI, continue to reshape the educational landscape. As a trusted advisor, I remain committed to evidence-based, learner-centered design that empowers faculty to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
For example, the learning sciences have long demonstrated that intelligent tutoring systems can have a positive impact on the learning experience. Generative AI has enabled faculty to rapidly produce high-quality tutors with mindful implementation.
I made this tutorial to empower faculty to create AI tutors using their own expert content.