How can I help?
As the Instructional Designer at Palomar College, my mission is to collaboratively support higher education faculty in creating inclusive and engaging learning experiences that cater to the diverse needs of our student community. Through the application of inclusive instructional design principles, technology integration, and learner-centered approaches, I work closely with faculty to co-create learning environments that prioritize student engagement and foster deep, meaningful learning. Together, we align learning objectives with innovative instructional strategies, optimize course organization, refine assessment methods, and incorporate innovative technologies, ensuring an inclusive, accessible, and impactful educational experience for all learners. Whether you’re teaching in a face-to-face classroom or navigating the world of online instruction, I am here to help.
Schedule a Meeting
Scan the QR Code or select the link below to Book a 30-Minute Instructional Design Appointment.
Book a 30-Minute Instructional Design Appointment
Meeting can take place on Zoom or in-person.
In-Person meetings takes place in Kelly’s office in H-119C located within EDGE, the Employee Development and Growth Exchange (H-114).
Possible Types of Instructional Design Support
I am here to partner with you on meeting your teaching and learning goals. The list below is only provided as possible ideas for types of instructional design support I can provide, however this is not exhaustive! Please reach out and we will partner in your success.
- Syllabus creation
- Designing and facilitating active learning in your class
- Identifying opportunities to humanize the learning environment
- Creating accessible media
- Utilizing the principles of Universal Design for Learning
- Creating effective video lessons
- Infusing technology into the learning environment
- Identifying opportunities to incorporate culturally responsive teaching practices
- Designing effective and engaging online courses
- Aligning objectives to course content and assessments
Key Resources for Instructional Design
- Distance Education Handbook
- Review requirements, expectations, and best practices for teaching distance education courses at Palomar.
- COR to Course: Guidance for Course Planning
- Use a step-by-step process to turn your Course Outline of Record (COR) into an aligned course plan before building your syllabus and Canvas course.
- Canvas Instructor Guide
- Find step-by-step instructions for using Canvas tools and features, from setting up assignments to managing grades and communicating with students.
- Palomar Canvas Course Design Assistant (AI App)
- Use AI to help plan, create, revise, and format course content for Canvas while applying Palomar course design practices.
- Accessibility and Universal Design
- Learn practical habits and strategies for creating accessible course content and using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) to support all students.