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DANIEL
REED
ALBERT

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER

INFORMATION

Experienced Instructional Designer with more than 30 years in learning and development, specializing in creating effective and engaging content to maximize understanding and retention. Proficient in curriculum development, LMS, and online course design, applying analytical approaches and attention to detail to ensure content relevance for diverse learners. Expert in differentiating instruction for various learning styles and adept in cross-cultural engagement in both vocational and non-vocational settings. Committed to leveraging technology and innovative methodologies to enhance learning experiences.

PROFESSIONAL 

SKILLS

Instructional Design: Adult and Higher Education, Assessment Design, Course and Curriculum Design, Cross-cultural Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Differentiation, Instructional Technology Integration, K-12 Education, Learning Methodologies,

Online and Hybrid Learning, Pedagogy, Training and Development.


Technical Skills: Adobe Captivate, Adobe Creative Suite, Blackboard, Canvas, D2L Brightspace, Google Classroom, Google Workspace, Learning Management Systems (LMS), Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, Moodle, SurveyMonkey, WebEx, Zoom.


Core Competencies: ADDIE, Bloom’s Taxonomy, Competency-Based Learning, Content Curation, Course Management, Curriculum Management, Evaluation and Assessment, Gamification, Learner Engagement, Needs Analysis, Professional Development, Project

Management.

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EXPERIENCEO

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Experience

2023-PRESENT

ORAL ROBERTS UNIVERSITY

Contract Instructional Designer

 

Designed, developed, and edited comprehensive graduate and undergraduate courses using D2L Brightspace, applying advanced instructional design principles to ensure alignment with academic standards and program objectives.

 

Partnered with subject matter experts and faculty to define course goals, ensuring content accuracy and effectiveness while integrating feedback to continuously improve instructional materials and delivery methods.

2019-2021

ITEE UNIVERSITY

Adjunct Professor and Instructional Designer

 

Facilitated courses on Moodle LMS to international students, utilizing advanced instructional design principles and creating engaging course materials and interactive activities to enhance learning experiences.

 

Supported the conversion of courses from English to Chinese on Moodle, developing new courses with translated text and Chinese language navigation, ensuring alignment with educational standards and cultural relevance.

2021-2023

LENAWEE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL

Secondary Teacher and Curriculum Lead

 

Created and taught hybrid secondary Bible courses, integrating all coursework into Canvas LMS to ensure an engaging and effective learning experience.

 

Investigated, vetted, and implemented new curriculum for the secondary Bible program, crafting and deploying courses in Canvas LMS to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

2015-2018

INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF QINGDAO

Curriculum Director

 

Directed curriculum integration across K-12 subjects, ensuring cohesive and comprehensive educational experiences, and researched, acquired, and implemented new curricula while training teachers for effective delivery.

 

Performed a full audit of financial expenditures and inventory, making strategic decisions that resulted in significant cost savings for the school.

2012-2015

POLLARD INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

Director of Academic Affairs

 

Crafted a comprehensive curriculum for a new K-12 school, developing detailed course and lesson plans for all grades and subjects, ensuring alignment with educational standards and best practices.

 

Recruited, trained, supervised, and evaluated all teachers, ensuring high-quality instruction and ongoing professional development.

2020-2021

LENAWEE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Contract Instructional Designer

 

Developed new secondary school courses on Canvas LMS using Adobe Captivate and other Adobe products, integrating teaching resources provided by the school to enrich learning experiences.

 

Sourced and incorporated diverse learning resources, including print and video materials, while designing comprehensive and interactive course materials through advanced instructional design principles and multimedia tools to ensure high-quality educational experiences.

2011

GUILIN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

Visiting Professor

 

Designed and delivered customized lesson plans across multiple university disciplines in China, engaging students from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and enhancing cross-cultural communication for non-native English speakers.

2005-2007

FULLER SEMINARY

Graduate Teaching Assistant

 

Supported a senior professor of anthropology and translation by occasionally delivering short teachings or devotionals and assisting students with their homework, research plans, and data collection, supporting their academic success.

 

Digitized the professor's entire teaching portfolio, creating digital documents and PowerPoint presentations to modernize and enhance instructional materials.

1997-2000, 2002

PITT COMMUNITY COLLEGE

College Instructor and Program Coordinator

 

Designed and taught English language and American culture courses to adult students from over 30 countries, fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment.

 

Conducted on-campus and online courses via Blackboard LMS to adult students and created the program’s first online Basic English language course on Blackboard, leveraging instructional design principles to enhance accessibility and engagement.

1994-1996

ANQING NORMAL UNIVERSITY

University Instructor

 

Developed, designed, and taught English language and American culture courses in the undergraduate program, ensuring engaging and effective learning experiences while fostering strong relationships with administration, faculty, and students.

 

Awarded the Huangshan Friendship Award by the Anhui Provincial Government for Excellence in Instruction and Relational Engagement, contributing to a collaborative and supportive academic environment.

2024-PRESENT

FULLER SEMINARY

Instructional Developer

 

Edit and revise online courses using Articulate Rise 360, ensuring clarity, consistency, and adherence to instructional design best practices, while meeting institutional quality standards.

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Collaborate with the Fuller Equip team to update and enhance course content, integrating theological accuracy and effective instructional strategies to improve student engagement and learning outcomes.

CONTACT
CONTACT

Please contact through the contact information on the resume attached to the information section at the top of the webpage.

© 2025 by Daniel Reed Albert

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