Creating math lessons that are accessible and enjoyable has been a driving force in my professional journey. The educational materials I develop are inclusive and consider diverse learning needs and backgrounds. By bringing complex concepts to an approachable level, I ensure accessibility for everyone. By prioritizing equity and accessibility in my instruction, I work to contribute to the development of learning experiences that are not only effective but also welcoming and enjoyable for learners with diverse backgrounds and abilities.
Desmos Notebook is a powerful, new tool (still in beta). I appreciate the way it can be used to easily connect concepts from algebra, geometry, and other aspects of math. Please check out a few sample lessons I've made.
As part of my master's degree studies in instructional design, I created this project focused on teaching learners how to create both healthy and delicious pizzas and focaccia. This project aimed to blend educational principles with practical culinary experiences. The module covered key aspects such as nutrition, ingredient selection, dough preparation, and baking techniques. To engage learners effectively, I incorporated multimedia elements like instructional videos, interactive recipe guides, and virtual cooking demonstrations. The design encouraged students to explore various flavor combinations and nutritional considerations while honing their pizza and focaccia-making skills. Regular check-ins and assessments were integrated to measure both theoretical understanding and practical application, ensuring a well-rounded and enjoyable learning experience for students pursuing culinary mastery.
This instructional design project was created for a local healthcare provider to enhance the skills and knowledge of experienced nurse preceptors. When creating this learning module, I prioritized real-world scenarios relevant to the provider's specific and specialized healthcare environment, ensuring that preceptors could apply their expertise to practical situations.
To create these situations, I conducted a rapid needs analysis with the provider to determine what training preceptors desired, what leadership believed was needed, and what I identified as gaps in knowledge and performance. With this knowledge, I collaborated with the subject matter experts at the provider to create broad scenarios that may occur on the hospital floor. Then, working with the help of artificial intelligence, I crafted specific scenarios that allowed preceptors to reflect upon their practice.