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Engage Learners with Lykesia Truss

Creative Course Designs

About Me.

Welcome! I’m excited to invite you into my journey as an Academic Advisor and educator. With over 20 years of teaching experience, I am deeply committed to crafting impactful learning experiences that inspire and empower. Holding a Master of Science in Learning Experience Design and Educational Technology, I continually seek innovative approaches to enhance education. Throughout my career, I have developed a diverse skill set in course design, needs assessment, and instructional design, all aimed at driving meaningful organizational change. My leadership experience, guiding teams of 5-12 individuals, has strengthened my collaborative spirit and communication skills, enabling me to work effectively with business partners to achieve common objectives. I firmly believe that education is a transformative force, and I am eager to share my course designs and projects with you. Each piece reflects my dedication to enriching the learning experience and fostering growth.

Thank you for visiting my portfolio! I look forward to connecting and exploring opportunities for collaboration.

Skills and Tools

Core Instructional Design Competencies

This list highlights the essential skills and expertise that I bring to the field of learning/user design. Each competency reflects my ability to effectively analyze learning needs, design and develop engaging educational content, ensure accessibility (WCAG), and integrate technology to create impactful learning experiences. 

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    1. Needs Analysis

    2. Storyboarding

    3. Evaluation and Assessment

    4. Accessibility and Universal Design

    5. Content Development

    6. Learning Management Systems (LMS) Integration

    7. Instructional Strategy Development

    8. Multimedia Design

    9. Project Management

Learning/Curriculum Design Tools

This list showcases my proficiency with a range of software and platforms that are integral to creating dynamic and interactive learning experiences. These tools enable me to design, develop, and deliver high-quality educational content, ensuring an engaging and effective learning journey. My expertise with these technologies allows me to tailor solutions to meet diverse instructional needs and enhance overall learning outcomes.

    1. Articulate Storyline

    2. Articulate Rise 360

    3. Adobe Captivate

    4. Canvas LMS

    5. Microsoft PowerPoint

    6. Camtasia

    7. Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator)

    8. Vyond or similar animation tools

    9. Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides)

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My Vision

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I envision a future where online course designs captivate and engage learners through innovative teaching methodologies and a diverse range of subject offerings. My dedication to quality and passion for education drive me to elevate training programs, ensuring they are not only informative but also inspiring. I strive to foster a culture of continuous learning within organizations, empowering individuals to pursue growth and development at every stage of their journey. Together, let's create transformative learning experiences that ignite curiosity and facilitate lasting change.

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