Designing learning experiences with the student and their family in mind.

Education reflects our society: it should be driven by values and help students succeed in their personal and professional lives.

Hi, I’m Sara.

I am an instructional designer with a master’s degree and Ph.D. in instructional design. I have worked in higher education for 5+ years and have observed both the positive potential and negative drawbacks of our current education system. My mission is to equip students with the tools they need to succeed in their education and provide quality, value-driven instruction aligned with the values taught in their homes. I also aim to help parents and students identify and recognize adverse or detrimental things that may be happening in their current learning environment so they can make informed decisions about their education and be successful. Check out my five pillars of education below:

  • The family is the central unit of society. As such, education should celebrate and encourage family involvement in learning. Research has also shown that students tend to learn better when they have family support.

  • By instilling strong moral values in our young people, we give them the tools they need to develop a strong character rooted in faith and freedom and build successful futures for themselves and their families.

  • Young learners can discover themselves and their world through a well-rounded education centered on liberal arts and the sciences. This can be accomplished by studying classic literature, mathematics, science, history, language, and fine arts. Developing this solid foundation is crucial before advancing into more specialized training.

  • Rather than being the backbone of education, schools can serve as an additional supportive community to the learning already happening in everyday life in homes and with families.

  • Personal mentors can serve as role models for learners, providing guidance and support that often goes beyond what a teacher can offer. With the guidance of a committed mentor, students can more easily discover their passions and unlock doors of opportunity to be successful in their future careers.

My Previous Work

Designing Innovative Online & Hybrid Courses

Designing Student Support Resources

Training Teachers How to Teach Effectively

Researching How to Help Students Succeed

Services

  • Instructional Design Consulting

    Trying to design a course but don’t know where to start? I can help you design any online course, training materials for teachers, or student support resources. My course design is innovative, up-to-date, and designed to help students succeed.

  • Project Collaboration

    Working on a project you think I might be interested in? I love to collaborate with like-minded people on projects. Please reach out if you need help with or want to collaborate on a project.

  • Student Success Coaching

    Are you or your child struggling in school? Get personalized academic success coaching from me. Together, we will figure exactly what your barriers are and equip you with tools and strategies to overcome them and find success.

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