Conservation 101 Course:
Role: Instructional Design, eLearning Development, Graphic & UX Design
Timeline: 5 Months
Target Audience: Collegiate & Mid Career Exploring Conservation Careers or continuous learning for credit hours
ID Methods: Backward Design, Addie with Agile Sprint Method
Software Tools: Articulate 360 Storyline | Adobe Creative Suite
Active NDA: Can discuss process during interviews
"Conservation 101" is designed as a digital certificate course for mid-career professionals requiring continuing education and annual learning hours. The course blends essential theory and real-world application, supporting learners' professional growth in conservation and sustainability fields.
Target: Environmental professionals, resource managers, and educators seeking convenient, impactful continuing education.
Needs Identified via Research: Time-efficient learning, practical content, support for multiple device types, and accessibility for diverse users.
Conducted surveys and interviews to understand learner motivations, technology preferences, and scheduling needs.
Benchmarked top industry training for engaging elements and accessibility standards.
Developed clear, outcome-focused objectives aligning with certification requirements and conservation skill gaps.
Objectives mapped to real-world scenarios to ensure industry relevance.
Created visual storyboards charting the step-by-step learner experience.
Planned modules featuring case studies, scenario-based learning, and interactive assessments.
Designed wireframes with intuitive navigation, concise content blocks, and tooltips for annual tracking.
Integrated accessibility features (high contrast, text resizing, screen reader compatibility) and mobile-friendly layouts for on-the-go learners.
Developed interactive elements (quizzes, real-world project templates, peer feedback forums) to drive engagement.
Facilitated usability testing with a representative group of mid-career professionals.
Collected feedback on course clarity, interface ease, and relevance of learning activities.
Iteratively refined design, improving the organization and flow to reduce learner friction.
Delivered onboarding workshops for instructors and support staff to ensure proper course facilitation.
Piloted the course with a live cohort, monitoring learner completion rates and certification achievement.
Adjusted modules based on usage analytics and learner/stakeholder feedback.
Justification: Supports professional and regulatory needs while advancing conservation practice awareness.
Impact: Learners report improved knowledge retention and practical skill adoption; certification rates and annual renewal completion increased.
Continuous Improvement: Ongoing evaluation feeds back into future course iterations to maintain industry alignment.