Instructional Designer
Resume:
Mitchell J. Irving
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Summary
Results-driven Instructional Designer with a conceptual and intuitive understanding of how people learn. Possessing proven ability to identify proper practice of instructional methodologies, thus creating innovative and effective instructional materials, within the constraints of a project regarding available budget, technology, and time and human capital using in-depth knowledge of the capabilities and function of eLearning developmental tools and software.
Experience
Instructional Designer & Special Education Teacher
Fulton County Schools
August 2006 to Present - Atlanta, GA
Successfully designed and created training and assessment materials which lead to increase schools effectiveness in ensuring standards were taught to and meet by students. My efforts significantly increased the schools Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests (CRCT) scores and my students’ scores by 28%.
Notable Accomplishments
• Advised and assisted faculty in enhancing instruction, by integrating instructional technologies in their classrooms.
• Designed online training utilizing Camtasia and Captivate.
• Created pacing guides, weekly standards grids, and all-encompassing digital lesson plans.
• Undertook technical support for the use of iPods, eInstruction’s CPS response pads and whiteboards, and various web based learning tools.
• Established Bear Creeks’ Chess Club and Fulton County Schools’ first Scholastic Chess League.
Instructional Designer
TOP-CAT (Technology Opportunity Program - Community Access to Technology)
August 2001 to July 2006 - Durham, NC
Designed and created training programs and materials for new hires, volunteers, and community educational programs.
Notable Accomplishments
• Trained, coordinated, and supervised the development of staff through instructional materials that were consistent with TOP-CAT agenda and sound instructional design principles.
• Created instructional materials for TOP-CAT’s web portal, which provided a single point of access for various community programs.
• Recruited, mentored, and trained NCCU’s student volunteers to skillful educators and mentors dedicated and committed to increasing the quality of life for children in the TOP-CAT program.
Student Union Recreation Manager
North Carolina Central University
August 2004 to December 2005 - Durham, NC
Successfully accomplished the cultivation of an environment which enriches and supports learning and personal development for NCCU students, staff, and guest by managing and coordinating events and meetings with in the facility.
Notable Accomplishments
• Supervised student services by delegating responsibilities among 15 - 20 employees to create an environment for students to learn while they socialized, relaxed and played recreational sports.
• Upheld University policy and procedures through interpreting and managing issues regarding use of space such as free speech, health and safety and security
Education
Master of Arts in Educational Technology at North Carolina Central University
Focused on the learning process, instructional design methodologies, web design, game design, visual literacy and usability of research methods.
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at North Carolina Central University
Dual emphases in Clinical Psychology and Business Administration
Design
4C/ID
A.D.D.I.E. Model
Conditions of Learning
Criterion Referenced Instruction
Computer Supported Collaborative Learning ARCS Model of Motivational Design
Discovery Learning Model
Problem-based Learning
Algo-Heuristic Model
ASSURE Model
Research
Task Analysis
Correlational Research
Regression-Discontinuity Design
Standardizes Test Analysis
Double Pretest Design
Factorial Design
Expertise
Goals Analysis
Design Methodologies
Project Implementation
Research Methodologies
Communication Design
Data Visualization
Visual Literacy
Tools
Blackboard
Microsoft Office
Dreamweaver MX
Adobe eLearning Suite 2
Classroom Performance System
Adobe Connect 8
Premiere Pro
Photoshop
Camtasia
Awards
Up-coming TOP-CAT Leader
TOP-CAT Professional of the Year 2005
Bear Creek Value Added Award
Qualities
Creative
Optimistic
Self-Motivated
Goal Orientated
Detail Orientated
Team Player
Professional
Versatile
Certifications
Special Education General Curriculum
Special Education Social Science (P-12)
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