RJ Valencia

This class assignment had us follow the whole instructional design process using the ADDIE model. I used Articulate 360 to create the lesson, implementing the work prior to determine the design.

This was the culmination of a semester's work. Prior to this, we conducted front-end analysis of the topic, audience and context, deconstructed the topic's subordinate skills and entry behavior, and created assessment and evaluation methods.

This was the first time I used Storyline 360, which I utilized the variable, triggers, and quiz pool functionality. I also created vector assets using Adobe Illustrator for the music symbols, as well as provided the voiceover.

Solo work; completed analysis, design and development.

• Analysis Skills
• Analyze learning and performance problems to recommend appropriate solutions.
• Determine subordinate and prerequisite knowledge and skills.
• Design Skills
  • Apply learning theory and systems thinking to design practice.
  • Identify the scope and sequence for instructional solutions.
  • Use visual design principles appropriately.
  • Align outcomes, strategies, and assessments.
  • Generate appropriate instructional strategies and activities.
• Technology and Media Skills
  • Develop instructional materials using a variety of media (interactive activities, audio-visual).
  • Develop and use web-based instruction/e-learning tools.

This class assignment had us create a simple lesson using a technology of our choosing. I selected Articulate Storyline 360 to further improve my skills.

For this, I decided to focus on making the development process simpler, as well as focus on better visual design and usability. I also provided the voiceover for this project as well.

Final product; I reedited some of the triggers to make the lesson more user-friendly.

Solo work; designed and developed. Provided voiceover.

• Design Skills
  • Apply learning theory and systems thinking to design practice.
  • Use visual design principles appropriately.
• Technology and Media Skills
  • Develop instructional materials using a variety of media (interactive activities, audio-visual).
  • Develop and use web-based instruction/e-learning tools.

For a class assignment, we had to design an ebook using existing content, in which we provide more interactivity such as hyperlinks to specific resources or knowledge checks within the book. I decided to use an old percussion book, and focused on embedding resources and video demonstrations to make the content more applicable and approachable.

I used Adobe InDesign (first time using) to create the ebook.

Final product; school assignment.

Solo work; designed and developed.

• Design Skills
  • Apply learning theory and systems thinking to design practice.
  • Use visual design principles appropriately.
• Technology and Media Skills
  • Develop instructional materials using a variety of media.
  • Use technology tools in the design process.
  • Develop and use web-based instruction/e-learning tools.

This was for assignment to make an infographic that served as a effective job aid. The design choice I am most proud of is the "Grammar" and "Basic Structure for a Webpage", for I made each element a specific color in so the "Grammar" could be used as a tool to decipher the example in the "Basic Structure for a Webpage" section.

For this, I used Canva to create the infographic, and utilized my Information Technology skills to provide the context. The focus is a basic introduction to HTML, providing what it is, how it's used, an example, and vocabulary for foundational understanding.

Final draft.

Solo work; designed and developed.

• Design Skills
  • Apply learning theory and systems thinking to design practice.
  • Use visual design principles appropriately.
• Technology and Media Skills
  • Use technology tools in the design process.

This class assignment had us make a simple job aid using a Word document. The topic of my job aid is how to play the tenor drums, focusing on what tenor drums are, how to play, and emphasizing specific techniques needed to play the instrument.

The drums were created using Word's shapes function. I decided to utilize Adobe Illustrator to create vector assets for the document; I created the drummers' hands in that software.

Final product.

Solo work; designed and developed.

• Design Skills
  • Apply learning theory and systems thinking to design practice.
  • Use visual design principles appropriately.
• Technology and Media Skills
  • Use technology tools in the design process.

This class assignment was a group project, in which we need to presented a evaluation case study in an organized manner that makes the information digestible. As a group, we decided to make a video that utilized voiceover and slides.

This assignment was due early in the semester, so the biggest hurdle was working with a new team. We quickly worked together to manage meetings, and coordinate how we would approach the assignment.

Final product. I used an Audio-Technica AT4040 microphone to record the voiceovers, and Adobe Premiere to combine the visual and audio files.

I was responsible for writing the script and providing the voiceover. My teammates were responsible for reviewing the complete draft of the script and the visuals (utilizing Canva).

• Communication Skills
  • Facilitate meetings to achieve agenda and goals.
  • Use appropriate tools to communicate with learners, clients, and other stakeholders.
  • Practice active listening.
• Technology and Media Skills
  • Select and use appropriate technology and media for specific outcomes.
  • Use technology tools in the design process.
• Personal & Interpersonal Skills
  • Collaborate effectively with others.
  • Give and receive constructive feedback
  • Build positive relationships with team members, clients, and other stakeholders
  • Recognize and accommodate individual and cultural differences.