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Melinda Neale, B.A., B.ED., MSc.

  • Inclusive Learning Designer
  • 12+ Years as Post-Secondary Educator
  • Ontario Certified Teacher
  • Certified Adobe Educational Trainer

    • "I leverage instructional design and digital media expertise to create inclusive and accessible learning solutions."

    COURSE DEVELOPMENT

    I have extensive experience creating new courses and redesigning existing courses for online, in-person, and hybrid learning environments.

    PROJECT MANAGEMENT

    With a deadline-driven focus, I keep mindful of stakeholder objectives to plan, manage, execute and deliver innovative projects.

    ED TECH

    I combine instructional design with years of web, graphic, and ux/ui design experience, to create creative learning solutions.

    TEACHING

    An Ontario Certified teacher, with 12 years teaching Digital Media, Graphic and UX/UI Design at the College and University level.

    {About Me}

    With twelve years in post-secondary education in roles as Professor, Program Coordinator, Course Developer and Project Manager, along with extensive experience developing courses for online, in-person, and hybrid environments, I utilize a range of skills to create innovative learning experiences. I am dedicated to working with teams and SME's, to develop engaging curriculum that aligns with the learning outcomes.

    I have a deep passion for embedding EDI principles into the learning environment. Integrating EDI principles into our workplace and educational community, will foster an environment where everyone can contribute, thrive, and feel valued. I have a solid understanding of web accessibility (WCAG) and how to meet AODA standards. It is imperative to begin the design process with accessibility in mind to provide an inclusive experience for everyone.

    Universal Design for Learning forms the basis for my course design to meet the needs of a diversity of learners. Incorporating research-based pedagogical approaches and adult learning theories enable me to create inclusive educational solutions.

    • Curriculum Development & Design
    • Program Review Team Member (x2)
    • Authentic Assessment & Project-based Learning
    • Pedagogical Approaches & Adult Learning Theories
    • Storyboard, Scenario-based & Interactive eLearning
    • LMS: Blackboard Ultra, Moodle, Brightspace/D2L
    • Digital Media Design Skills
    • Outcomes-Based Education
    • Web-Accessibility Design
    • Universal Design for Learning

    {Skills}

    Adobe Certified Trainer
    Curriculum Development
    e-Learning
    UDL
    HTML/CSS
    Articulate 360
    H5P
    AODA
    Bloom’s Taxonomy
    Educator
    Program Quality
    Digital Media Design
    EDI
    UX/UI

    {Services}

    I have extensive curriculum & course development experience for college and undergraduate degree programs attained in roles as professor, program coordinator and course developer.
    As an Instructional Designer, I utilize my technological expertise, educational experience, and SME feedback to create engaging educational experiences, while ensuring content is accessible and aligns with the learning outcomes.
    I have facilitated workshops on a variety of topics such as web-accessibility, Adobe software, and curriculum development. I am committed to training faculty on effectively utilizing instructional materials and technology.

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