Learning Design Work

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Academic & Professional Learning Design Portfolio

A collection of my instructional design work from my Master's program and professional projects. Each artifact demonstrates my approach to creating learning experiences aligned to measurable outcomes.

5+ Projects
1+ Years
100% Learner-Focused
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Instructional Design Portfolio

Academic projects that demonstrate my philosophy of "opening doors to learning"

These projects represent my formal academic and professional work in learning design and technology. Each artifact includes context on the problem it addresses, design constraints, the solution, and learning outcomes.

For examples of how I apply learning design principles to real-world tools and systems, see my Projects page.

Job Aid
Completed

Job Aid: Confusion Recognition Guide

I designed this job aid to provide immediate, actionable guidance when learners need it most. The design prioritizes scannable information architecture and clear visual hierarchy to support quick decision-making in real-world contexts.

Performance Support Visual Design UX
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Process Design
Completed

eLearning Flowchart: Learning Path Architecture

I developed this flowchart to map the complete learner journey through complex educational content, balancing linear progression with meaningful choice points that support different learning preferences.

Process Mapping Learning Architecture User Flow
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Video Production
Completed

Explainer Video: The 4 Signals of Confusion

I created this explainer video to transform complex concepts into accessible, engaging content through strategic use of visual storytelling and narrative structure.

Video Production Visual Storytelling Educational Media
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Design System
Completed

eLearning Style Guide: Visual Design System

I developed this comprehensive style guide to ensure visual consistency across all learning materials, drawing inspiration from calming natural environments to reduce learner anxiety.

Design Systems Visual Design Brand Identity
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Research Portfolio

Academic research artifacts from my Masters program

Research
Completed

Digital Friction: Educational Research Methods

Created as part of my Masters class in educational research methods, this artifact explores the concept of digital friction in learning environments and its impact on student engagement and comprehension.

Research Design Educational Research Data Analysis
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