Tae Keun Jeon
@taekeunjeon
Learning scientist and instructional design leader driving evidence-based education.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned learning scientist and instructional design leader with 27 years of experience developing curriculum, instructional strategy, and educational technology across higher education institutions. I lead teams to design AI-enabled teaching systems, implement evidence-based instructional strategies, and improve student learning outcomes.
As a director and lead learning scientist, I have hired, mentored, and developed multidisciplinary teams, overseen LMS and assessment implementations, and guided curricular reform including competency-based learning and data-warehouse initiatives. I combine strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise in LMS administration, assessment tools, and multimedia production.
I prioritize empathetic mentorship, data-informed decision-making, and scalable professional development to promote results-driven instruction. My work emphasizes designing inclusive, research-backed learning experiences and operationalizing educational technology to enhance teaching effectiveness.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Lead an AI-focused team designing educational systems to enhance student learning outcomes and improve teacher effectiveness; architect data calculations to identify top-performing teachers statewide.
Director, Academic Technology
North Carolina State University
Jan 2016 - Jan 2024 (8 years)
Directed Academic Technology and Educational Support Services for the College of Veterinary Medicine, supervising a team of instructional designers and specialists and implementing curriculum, assessment, and competency-based revisions that supported accreditation and online clinical course delivery.
Developed statewide professional development frameworks and hiring processes for instructional coaches and trained K–12 teachers and trainers across multiple states to improve instructional practice.
Managed online program launches and faculty development for Health Information Management and Technology, led strategic planning for web conferencing and LMS policy, and mentored design teams for statewide online initiatives.
Led LMS selection and designed templates and best practices for online and hybrid course development, delivered workshops on instructional design and technology integration for faculty.
Developed and maintained web applications and multimedia resources for distance learning and video production, supporting instructional technology services and web-based training.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Utah State University
Master of Science, Instructional Technology and Learning Science
Completed a Master of Science in Instructional Technology and Learning Science with a focus on instructional design and educational technology.
Utah State University
Bachelor of Arts, Art (Graphic Design emphasis)
Completed a Bachelor of Arts with an emphasis in Graphic Design focusing on visual communication and multimedia design.
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