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Learning Design

Designing with purpose. Delivering for impact.

I design for how people learn — aligning outcomes, assessments, and learningstrategies to create learning experiences that actually work.

What's Involved in Learning Design?
Learning Strategy & Alignment

Whether you’re starting from scratch or revisiting an existing program, I work with you to clarify your learning goals and align them with engaging, well-structured content. Together, we build a clear learning path that supports meaningful progress.

  • Define clear, measurable learning outcomes

  • Align objectives with content and assessments

  • Structure learning for flow, clarity, and depth

Portfolio

Strategy
Module Introduction Pages

Module Introduction pages help orient students at the start of each unit. They provide context, explain key themes, list learning outcomes, and guide students toward what to focus on. These pages reduce confusion and help students see how the pieces fit together.

This page introduces students to the practice of debate and explains how it connects to argumentation theory. It outlines what a resolution is, the roles of affirmative and negative teams, and key debate concepts like burden of proof and clash. The page also includes clear learning outcomes so students know what they’re expected to learn and apply by the end of the week.

Curriculum
Exploratory Research Module

I designed this module to help students build research skills step by step, moving from broad brainstorming to selecting a focused, well-supported topic. The module includes clear instructions, interactive elements, and scaffolded activities that encourage critical thinking. By combining guided exploration with practical tools, the curriculum equips learners to conduct meaningful research and develop strong, original ideas.

Assessment
Rubrics

Rubrics take the guesswork out of assignments. They show you exactly what’s expected and how your work will be evaluated, so you can focus on improving your skills rather than figuring out what your instructor wants.

 

This rubric does just that—it clearly lays out how your debate rebuttal will be assessed in four key areas: how effectively you address counterarguments, how well you reinforce your original case, the clarity and strength of your conclusion, and how organized and cohesive your overall response is. Each category includes detailed descriptions for Excellent, Good, and Needs Improvement, helping you understand what strong work looks like and how to get there.

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Public Speaking 101 by Steve Herro