Portfolio
"Telling you what to think brainwashes you, enslaves you to others' ideas; teaching you how to think liberates you from dependency on others' ideas and helps you form sound and sensible ideas of your own."
Vincent Ryan RuggieroÂ
The Art of Thinking: A Guide to Critical and Creative Thought
Course Design
I have spent 15 years teaching and developing courses, honing my skills in both online and face-to-face settings for nearly a decade. Embracing continuous professional growth and teamwork, I have crafted effective learning experiences tailored to student needs.
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Tools Used: Canvas, Microsoft Office 365; Teams; Google Drive; Canva
Assessments
Employing a diverse range of assessments, including quizzes, discussions, drafts, essays, and final exams, I met the needs of students with various learning styles, enhancing the overall learning experiences. Providing a variety of assessments helped me gauge my learners' understanding and progress and allowed me to tailor instruction to meet individual needs, fostering academic growth.
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Tools Used: Canvas; Google Docs and Forms
Website Redesign
I specialize in website redesigns and creation, collaborating with individuals I already know, including one of my current authors. With a keen eye for aesthetics and a focus on functionality, I ensure their websites perfectly reflect their brand and resonate with their audience.
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Tools Used: Microsoft Word and Excel; Google Docs, Sheets, and Meet; Canva; Wix
Editing & Proofreading
With nearly a decade of experience in the editing and proofreading realm, I bring a wealth of knowledge and skill to every project. As a seasoned editor and proofreader, I've served on editorial boards and collaborated as a freelancer, honing my craft across various platforms.
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Tools Used: Microsoft Word and Excel; Google Docs, Sheets, and Meet; Canva; Wix; Wordpress
My Learning: Instructional Design and Adult Learning
In 2014, I embarked on an enriching educational journey to pursue my second master's degree. The ILT program at UC Denver provided me with invaluable insights and skills that I enthusiastically applied to various projects. I invite you to explore my "learner portfolio" to discover the projects I completed during this transformative program. Following the attainment of my degree in 2018, I remained committed to expanding my expertise and crafting engaging course content informed by my newfound knowledge.
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Tools Used: Microsoft Word and Excel; Google Docs, Sheets, and Meet; Zoom; Canva; iMovies; Quick Time Player; Adobe Captivate