Biography

A biologist by background and instructional design professional, I have a special interest in STEM education, evidence-based teaching and learning techniques, and the role of visuals and multimedia in learning.

I am currently an Instructional Designer at the University of Pittsburgh Health Sciences Library System, directing their instructional program and guiding the instructors there as they provide excellent educational programs to the students, staff, faculty, residents, and fellows of the Health Sciences schools at Pitt.

I was previously a Learning Scientist and Teaching Consultant at the University of Pittsburgh Center for Teaching and Learning, working towards improving teaching and learning at the University through a variety of different strategies. Prior to joining the Pitt team, I spent three years with MITx designing, developing, and implementing biology MOOCs and other digital education resources, including illustrating and animating educational video following evidence-based principles, and publishing research into learner behaviors.