Portfolio

Project Title: "Empowering Learning Autonomy: Self-Directed and Self-Regulated Learning Strategies"

Project Overview: 

• Context: This project addresses the importance of fostering learner independence through self-directed and self-regulated learning strategies. 

• Goal: To provide learning professionals with strategies and insights that promote effective self-guided learning, supporting learners in developing autonomy and taking control of their educational journey.

My Role in the Design Process:

• Needs Assessment: Recognized a growing need for strategies that empower learners to manage their own learning processes effectively, especially in environments where independent learning is crucial. 

• Learning Framework: Focused on SDL and SRL frameworks, applying principles to guide the design of a presentation that educates learning professionals on these methods. 

• Design & Development: Created a scripted presentation to deliver clear, concise information on SDL and SRL, using visual elements to enhance understanding and retention. I aimed for a clean, consistent design that visually supports key ideas. 

• Reflection on Tools: This project allowed me to explore and communicate complex educational frameworks effectively. Preparing the script and visuals helped me solidify my understanding of SDL and SRL and practice translating theory into practical application.

Technologies and Tools Used:

• Canva: Used for visual slide design to support a professional, engaging presentation.

• Script Development: Crafted a detailed script to align with visuals and convey information in an organized, learner-friendly format.

Limitations: 

• Deadline: Developed within a course timeline, requiring efficient planning and execution. 

• Experience with Tool: Worked to enhance visual storytelling within Canva, despite limited initial experience.

Outcome & Reflection: 

• Impact: This project provided actionable strategies for empowering learners through SDL and SRL, offering valuable insights for instructional designers and educators. It reinforced the importance of autonomy in the learning process. 

• Personal Reflection: Developing this presentation deepened my understanding of SDL and SRL, emphasizing their practical value in fostering learner independence. This experience strengthened my skills in creating instructional content that blends theory with practical application.

Additional Notes: This project demonstrates my commitment to advancing learner autonomy and showcases my ability to translate educational theory into meaningful, real-world applications. By focusing on SDL and SRL, I aim to support both learners and educators in achieving greater control over the learning process, aligning with best practices in instructional design.

Project Title: "Using Game-Based Learning to Motivate and Engage"

Project Overview:

• Context: This project focused on understanding how game-based learning can enhance motivation and engagement in educational settings. 

• Goal: To explore and demonstrate how motivational frameworks can be applied in educational game design to create more meaningful and enjoyable learning experiences.

My Role in the Design Process:

• Needs Assessment: Identified the need for effective engagement strategies in educational games to boost learner motivation. 

• Learning Frameworks: Applied Csikszentmihalyi's Flow Theory, Keller's ARCS Model, and Malone and Lepper's Intrinsic Motivation framework to guide game design choices.

• Design & Development: Created a presentation in PowerPoint, incorporating examples from personal experiences to illustrate the principles of each framework. Used visuals to demonstrate how game mechanics can support motivation and engagement.

• Reflection on Tools: This project allowed me to connect theoretical frameworks to real-world applications, deepening my understanding of educational game design.

Technologies and Tools Used:

• Canva: For creating presentation slides and visual elements.

• Screencasting Software: To narrate and explain the principles of each motivational framework.

Limitations:

• Deadline: Completed within a tight course assignment timeline. 

• Experience with Tool: Expanded my knowledge and use of Canva and focused on enhancing visual storytelling techniques.

Outcome & Reflection:

• Impact: This project highlighted the potential of game-based learning to create engaging educational experiences. It inspired me to consider ways to incorporate gaming principles into instructional design to foster motivation and enjoyment in learning.

• Personal Reflection: Working through this project improved my design thinking around game-based learning, and I gained confidence in connecting motivational theories to practical applications.

Additional Notes:
This project serves as an example of how game-based learning principles can be applied to instructional design. By aligning with motivational frameworks, it showcases how thoughtful design can enhance learner engagement and make educational experiences more immersive and enjoyable.

Project Title: "Client Management System Launch: Engaging Technology Adoption Through Animation"

Project Overview:

• Context: Developed to support employees in adopting a new client management system by addressing concerns, highlighting benefits, and fostering a positive mindset. The animated video reassures employees and provides a clear rollout plan to facilitate a smoother transition. 

• Goal: To encourage technology adoption by presenting a structured, engaging introduction to the new system, reducing resistance through transparent communication and emphasizing positive impacts on workflow efficiency.

My Role in the Design Process:

• Needs Assessment: Identified the need for a supportive, engaging communication strategy to help employees adopt the new client management system. The goal was to address fears around complexity and productivity loss, ensuring employees felt confident and informed. 

• Learning Framework: Focused on balancing cognitive load and engagement. Used animated characters, visual cues, and clear audio narration to create a relatable and accessible introduction to the system.

• Design & Development:

  • Created animated characters in Create Studio to deliver benefits and rollout steps in a conversational, friendly tone.

  • Applied purposeful animations to align visuals with key messages, avoiding distractions.

  • Combined audio narration with highlighted text to enhance memory retention and guide attention to key points. 

• Reflection on Tools: Leveraging Create Studio’s features required tutorials and experimentation. This experience reinforced the need to prioritize clarity over visual complexity, ensuring animations effectively supported the message.

Technologies and Tools Used:

• Create Studio: Utilized to create an engaging, animated video presentation that explains the new system’s benefits.

• Script Development: Developed a clear narrative addressing employee concerns, highlighting system benefits, and detailing a step-by-step rollout plan.

Limitations:

• Balancing Text and Visuals: Initially removed text to avoid overload but reintroduced key points with visuals for better clarity.

• Learning Curve with Create Studio: Required additional time to familiarize with Create Studio’s tools, especially for purposeful animations.

Outcome & Reflection:

• Impact: This project provided a structured approach to address employee concerns, fostering a positive mindset toward new technology through transparency and gradual rollout.

• Personal Reflection: This experience reinforced the importance of using animation purposefully and balancing visual elements to engage learners without overwhelming them.

Additional Notes:
This project underscores my ability to design content that supports technology adoption, demonstrating how to create engaging, instructional materials that address resistance to change and build confidence in new systems.