My Skills

As an instructional designer, I apply a wide range of skills to create effective learning solutions—from writing clear learning objectives to developing course materials. My toolkit includes instructional design methods and L&D technologies, complemented by strong communication, research, and project management skills developed in my previous marketing career.

Instructional Design
I have a strong interest in learning science and educational psychology, and I continually expand my knowledge of learning theories and instructional design concepts. While I frequently use the following models and theories, my interests include many more:
    • ADDIE
    • SAM
    • 4c/ID
    • Scaffolding
    • Active learning
    • Social learning
    • Andragogy
    • Bloom’s Taxonomy
    • Understanding by Design
    • Staged Self-Directed Learning
    • Design Thinking for Educators
    • Multimedia Design Principles
For more detail, see my reflections on different learning theories and ID models from my graduate studies.
Content Creation

Writing and Editing

  • I prepare my own key messages, document structure, and initial copy drafts. I use tools like ChatGPT and Grammarly to polish my writing.

LMS, CMS, Authoring Tools

  • I’ve collaborated with teams that manage course development and LMS integration, and I have hands-on experience using authoring tools and learning platforms. I’ve built interactive learning experiences in Articulate Rise and Storyline, and published course content in Canvas. To stay current, I continue expanding my skills with additional authoring tools and LMS capabilities.
Here are examples of my work in Articulate Storyline and Articulate Rise:
  • Interactive Module
    This upskilling course for marketers was built in Articulate Storyline.
  • Multi-Audience Training
    This module prototype for three graduate programs was created in Articulate Rise.
  • Branching Scenario
    This diagnostic for new managers was developed in Articulate Storyline.

Visual Design

  • While I prefer graphic and web design professionals to work their magic, I use Figma, Canva, Photoshop, and Illustrator to create infographics and other images for lessons and presentations when necessary. For example, I've developed the following graphics for a cyber-security course:

Video

  • When video professionals aren't available, I can help instructors create videos and screencasts using Vyond, ScreenPal, Loom, and other programs. Here are three examples of animated videos I created for a module on team development:

Audio

  • I'm a big fan of podcasts and hope my Audacity skills will come in handy someday. Here's a series of audio vignettes I created for formative assessment in my graduate capstone project.

Artificial Intelligence

  • As an AI enthusiast, I created videos in 2023 using HeyGen and ChatGPT for a graduate-level module titled “AI for Education and Training” (my MSc capstone project). It’s exciting to see how AI-based technologies have improved since then. I continue to track their progress and explore new AI tools.
Project Management
I bring solid project management experience from both business and education contexts—coordinating teams, timelines, and budgets to deliver high-quality learning solutions. Whether leading a project or supporting the team lead, I help keep work on track and aligned with strategic goals.
Research and Analysis
Effective learning design starts with understanding the learners and the business context. I use instructional data and learner insights to shape targeted, engaging learning experiences that support both performance and organizational goals. My approach integrates primary and secondary research throughout the analysis and evaluation phases.
  • Quantitative Research
    I’ve designed and analyzed surveys for learners and instructors, tracked key instructional metrics, such as completion rates, assessment scores, satisfaction ratings, and NPS. I also reviewed job market data to inform content relevance and upskilling needs.
  • Qualitative Research
    I’ve conducted dozens of in-depth interviews with learners, instructors, and subject-matter experts. These insights have directly shaped course content, format decisions, and learner engagement strategies in both new and existing programs.
I'd love to help with your project
I welcome opportunities to collaborate on eLearning projects and would love to hear from you.
Contact Elena
Photos: Theo Sunardjaya, Igor Omilaev, Christina @ wocintechchat