Let’s shape education that fosters curiosity, connection, and service.
I partner with faculty to design clear, creative, and student-centered learning experiences that foster success and engagement. With a strong background in nonprofit service, I’m inspired by Springfield’s mission and eager to contribute to its community of educators.
Trailheads: Student-Centered Pathways
This cluster of mini-workshops was created for a brief lunch-style workshop, designed to give faculty choice in topic and depth and focusing on quick, applicable approaches grounded in theory. This institution’s LMS is Moodle, and so the focus was geared towards specific Moodle tools that support the concepts. Faculty were given a chance to select pathways using a non-linear presentation (via Prezi) and then they were also given access to accessible PDF outlines of the content (linked below). I have also added a brief video walkthrough of the presentation format.
Outline - Wilderness of Ungrading
Outline - Choose Your Own Trail: Guiding Learner Agency
Outline - Artist-in-Residence: Studio Techniques for All Disciplines
a few other presentation topics
I have presented workshops both institutionally and at conferences, and created presentations for one-on-one mentoring. Here are some of my favorite topics:
Tech SUPPORT: Using LMS Tools to Strengthen Trauma-Informed Practices
Legends of the Fail: A Humbling Quest Through Curricular Reinvention
Action Research for Curriculum Design: Fostering 21st Century Skills for Non - Majors
Choose your Own Adventure: Using Flexible Curriculum to Build Creativity