The Digital Design Gal

I'm a digital design educator and instructional designer specializing in project-based learning, gamification, and authentic assessment strategies. With over 7 years of classroom experience spanning elementary through higher education, I currently teach Digital Media and Multimedia Design at Orange Technical College, where my students master Adobe Creative Suite applications through an innovative "design internship" framework that mirrors real-world professional experiences. My instructional design philosophy centers on creating immersive, student-centered learning experiences that bridge the gap between academic content and real-world application. Every unit in my curriculum culminates in scenario-based projects where students synthesize their learning in practical contexts, the same approach I bring to the digital resources I create. Drawing from my hands-on teaching experience, current Adobe Creative Suite instruction, and graduate training in Instructional Design and Technology with a focus in eLearning, I design learning materials that are both technically sophisticated and genuinely engaging for diverse learners. What makes my resources different? They're created by someone who teaches this content daily, understands the frustrations of traditional assessment methods, and is actively pursuing the cutting edge of instructional design trends including microlearning, learning experience design (LXD), and AI integration in education. My background also includes specialized training in Digital Marketing from UNC Chapel Hill, giving both my students and the curriculum I develop a more comprehensive understanding of how design and marketing strategy intersect in professional contexts.