Laura Whittemore

About Laura Whittemore

Previous higher education professional exploring corporate and private training development to advance learning and leadership across various career paths.Specialties: Instructional Design, Strategy, Change Management, Facility Operations, Employee Training & Supervision, Orientation Programs, Leadership Development, Editing, Website Creation & Upkeep, Development of Procedures and Policies, Budget Management, Project Management

Experience

1. Instructional Systems Designer

   Metris Global

   Sep 2022 — Present · New London, CT, US

   Develops and designs courses and curriculum- Performs qualitative and quantitative analysis of assessment data- Edits and develops online learning materials- Creates learning experiences and environments- Designs learning activities, assignments, and assessments- Creates computer-based training (CBT) modules and storyboards- Develops instructor’s manuals, rubrics, and other teaching tools- Collaborates with subject experts to develop course content- Analyzes, updates, and refines existing content- Trains instructors, students, and employees in how to use learning technologies- Keeps current on best practices in instructional design- Writes scripts for video and audio content- Works with technical staff to troubleshoot problems reported by users.

Education

• Central Connecticut State University

  M.S., Student Development in Higher Education

  2008 — 2010

• University of Essex

  Sociology, History & Politics, Gender Theory, and Philosophy

  2007 — 2007

• University of Connecticut

  Bachelor of Science, Human Development & Family Studies

  2004 — 2008

Skills

• Event Management
• Leadership
• Higher Education
• Editing
• Student Affairs
• Leadership Development
• Academic Advising
• Public Speaking
• Student Leadership
• Event Planning
• Social Media
• Student Development
• Orientation Programs
• Program Development
• Training
• Teaching
• Time Management
• Fundraising