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Instructional Design Learning Experience

Location:
Brooklyn, NY
Posted:
June 04, 2025

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ADELE MERLINO, Ph.D.

NYC Metro-Area

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Summary

Highly skilled professional with expertise in Learning & Development, Instructional Design, and Online Learning. Developed and delivered engaging lectures on media production and journalism, fostering a dynamic learning environment. Adept at designing and implementing course curriculum aligned with industry standards and advancements. Provides guidance and mentorship to students, supporting their academic and professional development. Utilizes multimedia tools and technologies to enhance the learning experience and stays updated with industry trends.

Instructional Design & Teaching Experience

Instructional Designer-Technologist (SUNY Campus COIL Coordinator) SUNY Maritime College, Throgs Neck, N.Y.

2017 - Present (7 years)

• Designed and developed online courses using sound online learning methodology, RSI, and UDL, resulting in engaging and effective learning experiences for students.

• Managed course development projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery of high- quality courses and adherence to project goals and timelines.

• Leveraged innovative tools and platforms to design and deliver technology solutions, enhancing the learning experience and incorporating accessibility standards and UDL principles.

• Developed and implemented a comprehensive training program for new hires, utilizing Articulate Storyline resulting in a 90% increase in engagement and improvement in learning outcomes. Adjunct Professor

SUNY Maritime College, Throgs Neck, N.Y.

2018 - Present (6 years)

• Developed and delivered engaging lectures and discussions, enhancing student learning and engagement, resulting in an increase in student participation.

• Implemented an international collaboration component, fostering cross-cultural understanding and global perspectives among students, leading to improvement in cultural competency.

• Provided guidance and support as a student advisor, contributing to an increase in student academic success and retention rates.

ID Project Portfolio

2 P age

Instructional Designer -Technologist (Video & Digital Media Specialist) Hudson County College, Jersey City, NJ

2014 - 2017 (3 years)

• Designed and developed engaging online courses, utilizing instructional design frameworks such as RSI, UDL, Addie, Backwards Design, Bloom Taxonomy, and Gagnes, resulting in increased student engagement and enrollment.

• Managed the institution's LMS, including Blackboard and Canvas, ensuring smooth operation and providing technical support, which improved learning outcomes.

• Created high-quality digital media assets, including video lectures and interactive quizzes, enhancing the overall learning experience for students and increasing course completion rates.

• Needs assessments conducted regularly.

Adjunct Professor, Media Production & Broadcast Journalism William Paterson University, Wayne, N.J.

2012 - Present (12 years)

• Developed and delivered engaging lectures on media production and communications, fostering a dynamic learning environment, resulting in an increase in student engagement and learning outcomes.

• Designed and implemented course curriculum aligned with university standards and current industry trends, enhancing the learning experience and improving course completion rates.

• Provided individualized mentorship and constructive feedback, supporting students' academic and professional development, leading to an improvement in student performance. Broadcast Journalism & Media Production Experience News Editor Writer

WPIX 11 Tribune

2010 - 2012 (2 years)

• Coordinated live and SAT shots for "The Ten O'clock News," effectively managing logistics and ensuring smooth execution of broadcasts, resulting in an increase in operational efficiency.

• Field produced breaking news and events, capturing compelling footage and delivering timely and accurate coverage, enhancing viewer engagement.

• Wrote news scripts for the newscast, crafting concise and informative stories that engaged viewers and conveyed information effectively, leading to an improvement and increase in viewer ratings. News Editor, Field Producer, Writer

WWOR-TV FOX5 NY

2008 - 2013 (5 years)

3 P age

• Coordinated live and SAT shots for "The Ten O'clock News," effectively managing logistics and ensuring smooth execution of broadcasts, resulting in increase in operational efficiency.

• Field produced breaking news and events, capturing compelling footage and delivering timely and accurate coverage, enhancing viewer engagement.

• Wrote news scripts for the newscast, crafting concise and informative stories that engaged viewers and conveyed information effectively, leading to an improvement in viewer ratings. Senior Producer-Editor-Writer

Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment

2001 - 2011 (10 years)

• Developed and produced "City Scoop," a weekly roundup of important local government stories impacting New Yorkers, enhancing viewer and website traffic and engagement.

• Led the production of various live-to-tape award shows, including the Broadcasting & Cable Hall of Fame, Matrix Awards, NY Emmy Awards, and Gotham Awards, resulting in a ##% increase in operational efficiency.

• Produced, wrote, and directed an instructional 5-minute piece for the NYC Office of Emergency Management, contributing to web content for NYC.GOV, improving public awareness. Creative Producer - Editor - Writer

DE Sales Media Production, Diocese of Brooklyn-Queens 2012 - 2014 (2 years)

• Successfully produced, wrote, and edited 13 episodes of ENG crews for the creative program

"Breaking Bread," showcasing neighborhood restaurant shows, enhancing viewer engagement.

• Researched and scripted compelling story ideas, ensuring engaging content for the cooking and web- based half-hour shows, resulting in an increase in viewer ratings.

• Field directed crews during production, ensuring high-quality footage and effective storytelling, leading to improvement in the quality and efficiency of production. Education

Notre Dame of Maryland University

Ph.D., Higher Education Leadership for Changing Populations Aug 2023 - Present

Touro University

Master of Science, Instructional Technology

May 2014 - Present

Thesis Project: The Video Resume

Passed the NYSTC: Educational Technologist Exam (K-12) Brooklyn College, City University of New York

Bachelor of Arts, Journalism / Media Communications Licenses & Certifications

D2L (Brightspace), Blackboard, and Canvas

Certification Quality Matter Peer Reviewer

Skills

Instructional Design • Technology • Needs Assessment • Articulate • UX/IX • Adult Learning • Undergrad Teaching • Student Success • Communications • Media • Journalism • Freshman Experience • English • Italian •

Academic Presentations, Research & Publications

ORCID

2024

o International Virtual Exchange Conference, (IVEC) Presentation COIL+ OSCQR Standards o Optimizing AI in Higher Education: SUNY FACT Guide, Second Edition (Co-Author) https://sunypress.edu/Books/O/ Optimizing

o SUNY CIT Presentation Introducing the COIL+OSCQR Rubric 2023

o SUNY Technology Grant: The COIL+OSCQR Standards https://oscqr.suny.edu/coil/ o International Virtual Exchange Conference, (IVEC) Presentation Introducing the SUNY COIL Rubric o LatAm COIL Conference, Presentation Flexibility, Quality, and Standards Matters: The SUNY COIL Rubric 2022

o SUNY CIT - White Paper Presentation Online Student Engagement Support Models o NERA Dissertation Presentation Global Education: Virtually Abroad: Assessing U.S. Undergraduates in COIL Virtual Exchanges

2021

o 2021 NYC COIL Conference (SUNY & CUNY) Advanced track: Refining COIL projects by learning from our mistakes 2020

o International Virtual Exchange Conference (IVEC) Presentation, Assessing COIL

o Learning with Innovative Technology Conference, Online Course Designs, User Experiences & Learning Outcomes

o National Distance Learning Week Online Course Designs, UX/UI & Learning Outcomes 4 Page



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