NADIA SHELBY
Instructional Designer
Richardson,TX
Summary
Resourceful, innovative and independent Instructional Designer with over 15 years of experience in e-learning and curriculum development for wide variety of cultural and professional backgrounds. Through knowledge of instructional and eLearning design, development, processes strategies and evaluation methods. Offering insightful analysis of content and design to create value-added learning programs that achieve desired outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and assess learning needs. Comfortable in managing multiple tasks in deadline-driven, dynamic environments, tracking and analyzing instructional programs and measures to identify performance strength.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Instructional Designer
California Southern University
01.2021 - Current
- Identified and corrected problems with current curricula and reduced technical issues.
- Used [Software] and [Software] to create custom graphics and unique visual elements.
- Incorporated local and state educational policies and procedures into e-learning courses.
- Designed custom [Type] courses tailored to client needs by using reality-based scenarios, interactives and simulations.
- Worked with subject matter experts to identify target audience's training needs.
- Consulted with clients to define program development and instructional design needs.
- Attend regular project team meetings, provide regular status updates on activities and identify any issues or challenges.
- Redesigned, update and revise existing courses to meet current academic standards.
- Develop thorough design documents and training plans utilizing effective instructional methods.
- Generate course material and curricula based on student-centered learning.
- Identify resource needs to meet instructional design objectives for staff and independent contractors.
- Develop course outlines, documentation and assessment strategies, maintain instructional design direction.
- Convert course power points and outdated course material into interactive computer-based courses.
- Plan and initiate training outlines and online instruction modules by conducting task and learner analyses.
- Select and modify existing instructional materials and developed new instructional materials.
- Create compelling and competitive courses, increasing student retention by [Number]%.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders and web design teams to develop courses based on adult learning principles.
- Campus-wide expert for oversight and maintenance of Canvas LMS
- Supervise work performed by LMS Administrator, and delegate work assignments
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders in development, implementation, and delivery of online programs
- Develop and maintain blueprints aligned with Quality Matters (QM) Standards.
- Conduct needs assessments; design and develop high-quality online courses, integrating effective and interactive instructional tools and technologies
- Assist with developing and delivering learner-centered spaces and faculty mentor training ( courses and training
- Manage and update project timelines, construct learning activities, and review materials in progress
- Govern schedules jointly with CAO, Deans, Department Chairs, and SMEs and develop follow-up processes and benchmarks
- Create appropriate content and recommend approaches to meet intended learning outcomes following appropriate parameters, regulations and laws
- Identify effective instructional learners within Canvas LMS
- Support faculty to become effective in online modalities
- Promote inclusion of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in online learning and training
Instructional Designer
Alamo Colleges
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Evaluated curriculums and associated materials.
- Delivered top-quality training documentation, manuals and tools addressing needs of specific specialist groups.
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
- Developed workforce training programs to improve organizational efficiency.
- Collaborated with administrators to determine course objectives.
- Provided instructional expertise for development and support of traditional and e-learning including digital badging
- Supported faculty in design and instructional modules, development of learning resources, and retooling of courses aligning with Quality Matters rubric
- Consulted on design, development and evaluation of instructional programs
- Collaborated with faculty in selection of appropriate training materials, aids, and devices
- Supported faculty and staff in use of instructional technologies, delivery strategies, and pedagogy
- Provided faculty and staff development training
- Revised training materials
- Supported ongoing assessment and measurement of instructional effectiveness for all existing and future course work
- Provided leadership on various projects for educational designers and specialists
- Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles
- Targeted diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs.
- Integrated new and emerging educational technologies for improving teaching and learning
Education Trainer/Consultant
Jackson State University
02.2015 - 06.2018
- Maintained IT new hire process from account creation and workstation build through deployment and user training
- Documented Help Desk process and procedure in an IT manual to bring new team members up to speed quickly
- Implemented diverse instructional methods, optimizing trainee engagement
- Scheduled Six Sigma Calendar Instruction
- Supported faculty and staff creating eLearning content
- Provided classroom or individual training to faculty and staff on systems and tools
- Assisted in documentation of process information
- Responsible for administrative duties related to training and organizational enhancement
- Chronicled data and reports for all training sessions
- Assigned courses for Learning Management System
- Scheduled training events, obtained instructional materials, and ensured participant updates
- Provided research and data analysis for updating student course catalog
- Maintained and monitored data and records of confidential nature
- Monitored and reported trainee progress, introducing new learning tools to address individual needs.
- Recorded and edited videos to facilitate remote learning.
- Identified and recommended staff for key positions and departments.
- Tracked attendance and evaluated progress for assigned trainees.
Provider Field Representative
Zerox State Healthcare
03.2011 - 08.2015
- Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
- Assisted healthcare providers by phone and email, identifying issues to optimize paymeCompleted site-visits monthly to providers covering nine counties, including hospitals, medical, dental and vision providers
- Provided on-site training for all new providers averaging 4-6 per month
- Developed webinars, web-based training and other self-paced learning technology
- Served as liaison between providers and Xerox internal departments
- Supported outreach services to providers throughout state, including enhancement of client-provider relationships
- Prepared standard reports to track workload, response time and performance quality
- Provided analyses and recommendations on service delivery improvements, performance metrics, and enhancements.
- Represented Xerox at local/regional and professional association meetings and workshops
- Assisted potential providers with training events
Lead Faculty Instructor Bus Office Manage
Virginia College
04.2009 - 02.2011
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Developed and implemented curriculum and instructional programs for students
- Evaluated instruction methodology and modified to accomplish learning objectives
- Assisted with oversight of departmental budgets; monitor, review and recommendations
- Participated in staff development trainings; shared new concepts and techniques
- Supervised and evaluated subordinate staff and recommended personnel needs
- Maintained academic materials for evaluating learning modules
- Provided instructional support for student computer laboratory serving 300-350 students
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students’ varying needs, abilities and interests
- Evaluated students’ work to determine progress and make suggestions for improvement
- Prepared remedial programs for low-performing students
- Performed multiple administrative duties, including troubleshooting and resolving office equipment issues
- Maintained accurate student records and monthly productivity reports
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
Instructional Technology Specialist
AmeriCorps VISTA
02.2006 - 02.2009
- Developed assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
- Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
- Targeted diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs.
- Contributed to development of comprehensive employee training courses.
Education
M.S - Educational Technology
Nova Southeastern University,
Fort Lauderdale, FL2007
B.S - Educational Technology
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS2005
Skills
- Employee Training
- Writing and Editing Effective Copy
- Instructional Text, & Audio/Video Scripts
- Information Mapping, “Chunking” content
- Train the Trainer
- Instructional Design
- Quality Matters Certified
- In-depth knowledge of instructional design models (ADDIE, SAM, etc)
- Expert Competency in various LMS (Canvas, Moodle, Blackboard, Brightspace-D2L,) and Rapid authoring software, Storyline, Articulate, Camtasia & Adobe Creative Suite
- Assessment & Evaluation
- Collaborating with SMEs
- QA Course Reviews
- Blended Learning
- eLearning Development
- Gamification Techniques
- Project Management for curricular/course content development & delivery
- WYSIWYG Multimedia
- Digital Badging Experience
- Instructional Strategies
- Learning Modalities
- Online Instruction
- Adult Learning Theories
Certification
Alamo Colleges, Certification
- Master Teacher Certification (MTC) 2020
Applying Quality Matters Rubric (AAPQMR) 2018
Quality Matters Peer Review Course (PRC) 2018
California Southern, Training
-ACUE: Designing Equity-Centered Courses 2021
-Reframing Curriculum 2021
Additional Information
- Experienced and accomplished instructional designer/ trainer skilled in designing highly engaging and effective training and curriculum for face-to-face, blended/hybrid, and eLearning modalities. Skilled in designing courses recognizing varied abilities and tailoring training to aptitude of learner. Fully engaged designer who maximizes each training or consultation opportunity to stay current to provide highest quality leadership and a skill-level that consistently achieves excellence in instructional designing.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Senior Instructional Designer
California Southern University
01.2021 - Current
Instructional Designer
Alamo Colleges
08.2018 - 05.2021
Education Trainer/Consultant
Jackson State University
02.2015 - 06.2018
Provider Field Representative
Zerox State Healthcare
03.2011 - 08.2015
Lead Faculty Instructor Bus Office Manage
Virginia College
04.2009 - 02.2011
Instructional Technology Specialist
AmeriCorps VISTA
02.2006 - 02.2009
M.S - Educational Technology
Nova Southeastern University,
B.S - Educational Technology
Jackson State University
Alamo Colleges, Certification
- Master Teacher Certification (MTC) 2020
Applying Quality Matters Rubric (AAPQMR) 2018
Quality Matters Peer Review Course (PRC) 2018
California Southern, Training
-ACUE: Designing Equity-Centered Courses 2021
-Reframing Curriculum 2021
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