My Portfolio

Here you will find recent examples of my previous design work.

eLearning Design

Navigating online educational pathways to learning is one of my specialties. I have a strong skillset in eLearning design, including designing for online modalities and accessibility. This coupled with a well-grounded knowledge of instructional design produces an excellent final product for my clients.

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Training Materials

Showcasing diverse curriculum design projects across Canada.

Cannabis Legalization Project

Developed a cannabis legalization training program for all Calgary Police Service employees.

Building Blocks to Resilience & Managing Stress through Resiliency

Created curriculum for two organizational-wide workshops.

Other Skills

Not every skillset I have acquired is easy to showcase. Read below to learn more about what kinds of skills I bring to the table.

Designing Assessments

Designing assessments involves creating tools and methods to evaluate learners' understanding, skills, and progress. This process requires identifying clear learning objectives, selecting appropriate assessment types (like quizzes, projects, or performance tasks), and ensuring alignment with curriculum standards. Effective assessments balance various formats to test different skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and factual recall. Additionally, assessments should be fair, unbiased, and inclusive, allowing all students to demonstrate their knowledge accurately.

Previous examples of assessments
  • Checklists

  • Developmental rubrics

  • Essays, papers

  • Gamified assignments (crosswords, word jumbles, scavenger hunts, etc)

  • Homework assignments

  • Knowledge checks

  • Online quizzes and exams (question pools)

  • Peer evaluations

  • Projects

  • Role-playing scenarios

  • Self-evaluations (journals, guided reflections)

  • Simulation scenarios (on-site, off-site, training environments)

  • Table-top scenarios

Collaborating with Others

Instructional designers need strong collaborative skills because their work involves integrating input from a diverse range of stakeholders, including subject matter experts, instructors, technical developers, and learners. This requires clear communication to align learning goals with expert knowledge and technological resources, ensuring that instructional materials are accurate, engaging, and accessible. I am often responsible for translating complex ideas into user-friendly content, which demands active listening and adaptability to meet the varied perspectives and needs of each team member. Additionally, I work closely with others to evaluate and improve educational content, making collaboration essential for iterative feedback and continuous improvement in the learning experience.

Examples of how I collaborate
  • Set clear objectives

  • Foster open communication

  • Seek input early and often

  • Encourage constructive feedback

  • Document decisions

  • Adjust and adapt as needed

  • Reflect and learn together

Creativity and Flexibility

An instructional designer needs to be both creative and flexible to design engaging and effective learning experiences that cater to diverse learners. Creativity allows me to present content in innovative ways, using multimedia, interactive activities, and storytelling to make complex concepts accessible and memorable. Flexibility is equally important, as I must adapt to changing objectives, incorporate feedback from various stakeholders, and tailor materials to fit different learning environments and technologies. By balancing creativity with adaptability, I can respond to challenges and create dynamic, learner-centered content that meets evolving educational needs.

Examples of my creativity and flexibility
  • Creating custom scenarios

  • Using gamification techniques

  • Adapting to a new technology

  • Repurposing content

  • Creating accessible learning content

  • Tailoring assessments