Kelly Mathis
@kellymathis
Experienced instructional designer with a focus on online learning solutions.
What I'm looking for
I am an instructional designer with over two decades of experience in creating and revising courses for various universities and businesses, including notable names like eBay, IBM, and AT&T. My expertise lies in developing engaging online learning experiences that meet the needs of diverse learners. I have successfully designed courses from scratch and collaborated with subject matter experts to ensure quality and relevance.
Throughout my career, I have earned certifications such as the Quality Matters Peer Reviewer certification, which underscores my commitment to maintaining high educational standards. My work has spanned multiple educational institutions, where I have not only created course materials but also coached faculty on effective online teaching strategies. I thrive in collaborative environments and have a proven track record of meeting stringent deadlines while delivering high-quality educational content.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Instructional Designer
MNK
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 4 months)
Designed courses for online delivery, collaborating with LearningMate at the University of Arizona Global Campus. Consulted with FSMEs to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
Teaching and Learning Specialist
University of Denver
Oct 2023 - Present (1 year 7 months)
Administered Canvas courses for the Frontline Manager Leadership Program, ensuring smooth operation and content delivery. Coached coaches and mentors while creating essential course materials for online delivery.
Instructional Designer
Rasmussen University and Collegis
Sep 2020 - Present (4 years 8 months)
Composed detailed storyboards for course revisions and assisted in the large-scale course migration from Blackboard Original to Blackboard Ultra. Identified and resolved issues as part of the quality assurance team, making necessary fixes in the new Blackboard Ultra courses.
Instructional Designer
Carolina Academic Press
Aug 2019 - Present (5 years 9 months)
Consulted with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) for creating and revising courses specifically for law schools. Loaded all content into the Canvas Learning Management System and conducted thorough quality assurance for each course.
Senior Instructional Designer
Penn Foster/Ashworth College
Nov 2018 - Present (6 years 6 months)
Consulted with SMEs for creating and revising courses across diverse programs including Veterinary Technician, Business, Marketing, and General Education. Created engaging lectures in Articulate Rise with Storyline 360 plug-ins and developed video animations using Biteable and Powtoon.
Sr. Instructional Designer
Academic Partnerships
Mar 2018 - Present (7 years 2 months)
Consulted on an as-needed basis with faculty regarding course design and revisions, ensuring academic integrity. Coordinated updates for four university programs and created learning modules in accordance with university guidelines using Canvas.
Senior Instructional Designer
Aptara
Jun 2016 - Present (8 years 11 months)
Consulted with SMEs on professional development course design and revisions, ensuring alignment with client guidelines. Created micro-lessons for delivery, including branding courses, writing content, and developing knowledge checks using Captivate 9 and Storyline 2.
Instructional Designer III
Everspring
Jul 2014 - Present (10 years 10 months)
Consulted with faculty on course design and revisions, coordinating updates for four university programs. Created learning modules using Captivate 9 and Storyline 2, working daily in Blackboard, Moodle, and Canvas.
Instructional Design Contractor
Truebridge Resources
Apr 2013 - Present (12 years 1 month)
Created comprehensive learning materials for the Oracle ERP system, ensuring user understanding and adoption. Consulted with Subject Matter Experts to develop effective lessons and designed elearning curricula using Captivate 8.
Student Mentor
Western Governors University
Mar 2012 - Present (13 years 2 months)
Taught information technology students and coached 90 students through their IT program, providing guidance and support. Conducted engaging training webinars to enhance student learning and skill development.
Online Learning Manager
University of St. Thomas
Jan 2010 - Present (15 years 4 months)
Strategized with the Title V Grant Team to achieve short and long-term goals, ensuring project success. Led faculty members in creating interactive online courses and converted three Master of Education programs to online degrees, including creating Bachelor of Nursing courses with simulation labs.
Instructional Designer
IBM
Oct 2008 - Present (16 years 7 months)
Created courses for web delivery using Storyline, ensuring high-quality online learning experiences. Consulted with Subject Matter Experts to validate course material and evaluated curriculum source documents to write technical training material for sales and procedural courses.
Technical Training Specialist
Greenville Technical College
Feb 2008 - Present (17 years 3 months)
Consulted with Subject Matter Experts on course creation and revision, leading meetings for storyboard course creation through the life-cycle process. Designed over 30 web-based courses for 5000 online students and created a variety of training materials.
Spanish Instructor/Director of School District Partnership for ELL
North Greenville University
Feb 2002 - Present (23 years 3 months)
Taught and assessed students in various Spanish courses, including Spanish for Educators and Spanish Composition. Served on the university’s online education program committee and conducted university needs analysis for e-Learning course development.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Phoenix
MAEd, Adult Education and Distance Learning
Completed a Master of Arts in Education with a specialization in Adult Education and Distance Learning. This program focused on the principles and practices of adult learning and the development of effective distance education programs.
Furman University
Graduate Hours, Spanish
Undertook graduate-level coursework in Spanish, deepening linguistic and cultural understanding. This advanced study contributed to a strong foundation in the Spanish language.
Institúto de Lengua Española
Language Immersion, Spanish Language
Participated in an intensive language program at Institúto de Lengua Española. This experience provided immersive learning in Spanish language and culture.
Charleston Southern University
BA, Vocal and Piano Performance
Earned a Bachelor of Arts with a focus on Vocal and Piano Performance. The curriculum included comprehensive training in musical theory, history, and practical performance techniques.
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