University of Nebraska Kearney - Computer Science
Instructional Designer at University of Nebraska at Kearney
Higher Education
Shahla
Alavi
Kearney, Nebraska
Experienced Instructional Designer with a demonstrated history of working in the higher education industry. Skilled in Analytical Skills, Instructional Design, Web Design, Leadership, and Student Development. Strong education professional graduated from University of Nebraska at Kearney.
Adjunct Faculty for Department of Computer Science and Information Technology
Teaches variety of classes like spreadsheet, database, HTML & CSS, and Social Media Networking.
Senior Lecturer
• Taught courses in software development with emphasis on design, structure, problem solving, trouble shooting, debugging skills, and critical thinking.
• Revise and implement the Computer Science and Information Systems curriculum to stay updated with ACM, AIS, and AITP standards.
• Find innovative hardware and software for new curriculum.
• Support students with academic advice, guidance, and knowledge on their journey towards successfully receiving a bachelor degree.
• Evaluate, analyze, and revise departmental policies and implement the changes.
• Recruited students and ensured minimal student attrition.
• Serve in committees ranging from Publicity and Recruitment, Faculty Development, Curriculum Committee to assist in departmental operations.
• Serve as advisor for student organizations like Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and Alpha Phi Omega (APO.)
Instructional Designer
Design, code, and maintain the Information Technology Services website. Provide training and support for UNK faculty, staff and students to help incorporate state of art technology in every aspect in their university work. Qualrics , Canvas, and EvaluatioKIT administrator.
Promote and offer direction into the pedagogical strategies required for a variety of delivery modes. Support effective teaching practices and contribute to a culture of innovation in the use of learning technologies through direct consultation and collaboration with faculty, staff and students.
Community Employment Coordinator
Provided the vision, strategic direction and tactical implementation to help Bethphage clients obtain a job in the community and be as independent as possible.
Directed staff to ensure all clients well being were consistently met and exceeded expectations.
Assessed the clients’ yearly evaluations that were done by staff.
Recruited and hired staff, scheduled training programs, staff scheduling, and conducted yearly evaluations.
Key Achievements:
• Started a full service gas station in Holdrege to train clients on the job site
• Started a Recycling Center in Holdrege to train clients to live as productive as possible
• Found job for clients in businesses in town
• Educated Holdrege community about the clients
Masters of Business Administration
Adjunct Faculty for Department of Computer Science and Information Technology
Teaches variety of classes like spreadsheet, database, HTML & CSS, and Social Media Networking.
Senior Lecturer
• Taught courses in software development with emphasis on design, structure, problem solving, trouble shooting, debugging skills, and critical thinking.
• Revise and implement the Computer Science and Information Systems curriculum to stay updated with ACM, AIS, and AITP standards.
• Find innovative hardware and software for new curriculum.
• Support students with academic advice, guidance, and knowledge on their journey towards successfully receiving a bachelor degree.
• Evaluate, analyze, and revise departmental policies and implement the changes.
• Recruited students and ensured minimal student attrition.
• Serve in committees ranging from Publicity and Recruitment, Faculty Development, Curriculum Committee to assist in departmental operations.
• Serve as advisor for student organizations like Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and Alpha Phi Omega (APO.)
Instructional Designer
Design, code, and maintain the Information Technology Services website. Provide training and support for UNK faculty, staff and students to help incorporate state of art technology in every aspect in their university work. Qualrics , Canvas, and EvaluatioKIT administrator.
Promote and offer direction into the pedagogical strategies required for a variety of delivery modes. Support effective teaching practices and contribute to a culture of innovation in the use of learning technologies through direct consultation and collaboration with faculty, staff and students.