Stella Porto

About Stella Porto

Learning technology leader driving digital transformation in education across Latin America and the Caribbean. Creator of CredencialesBID, the region\'s leading digital credentials program with badges issued, and MEiRA, an innovative framework for measuring learning impact in development contexts.With 25+ years of experience, I specialize in designing and scaling learning solutions that bridge technology and education to achieve measurable impact. My work spans Moodle platform management, AI-powered instructional design, and digital accessibility advocacy, serving annual learners and supporting economic and social development priorities across the Americas.International speaker on digital credentials, microcredentials, accessible learning design. Experienced in collaborating with governments, educational institutions, and NGOs to deliver capacity-building programs that address regional development challenges.Doctorate in Informatics with master\'s degrees in Informatics and Distance Education. Passionate about creating inclusive, effective learning experiences that empower individuals and drive institutional change.Specialties: Digital Credentials & Badges | Learning Impact Measurement | E-learning Platforms | AI in Education | Digital Accessibility | Instructional Design | EdTech Innovation | Learning Analytics

Experience

1. Learning & Knowledge Management Sr Specialist

   Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

   Sep 2014 — Present · Washington, DC, US

   Leads comprehensive learning solutions and digital credentialing initiatives at INDES (IDB\'s training institute), reaching annual learners across Latin America and the Caribbean. Oversees design, development, delivery, and quality assurance of online courses supporting economic and social development priorities.Key Responsibilities- Direct CredencialesBID digital credentials program, issuing annual badges with multilingual support across four languages, establishing regional thought leadership in digital badging systems- Develop and implement MEiRA (Impact Evaluation and Recognition Framework for Applied Learning) to measure learning impact across IDB initiatives- Manage Moodle-based learning platforms serving IDB staff and public officials across partner countries- Drive innovation through Generative AI integration in instructional design, including IAGen courses reaching participants- Build strategic partnerships with governments, NGOs, MDBs, and private sector organizations to deliver targeted learning solutions- Lead learning analytics initiatives using Power BI and integrated data systems for data-informed decision-making- Champion accessibility and inclusive digital learning practices across the organization.

Education

• University of Maryland Global Campus

  Master , Distance Education

  2008

• Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro

  Engineering, Electrical Engineering - Electronics

  1982 — 1986

• University of Maryland Global Campus

  Professional training, Leadership

  2005 — 2005

• Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro

  D.Sc., Informatics

  1991 — 1995

• Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro

  M.Sc, Informatics

  1989 — 1991

Skills

• Curriculum Development
• Online Research
• Distance Learning
• Leadership Development
• Courses
• Educational Technology
• Program Management
• Teacher Training
• Student Development
• Technical Writing
• Faculty Development
• Technology Needs Analysis
• Online Communities
• Social Media
• Academic Administration
• Adult Education
• Accreditation
• Educational Leadership
• Program Evaluation
• Internet
• Research
• Education Management
• Community Outreach
• Student Affairs
• Curriculum Design
• Program Development
• Management
• Teaching
• Assessment
• Academia
• Public Speaking
• Higher Education Administration
• Nonprofits
• Training
• Academic Writing
• Computer Architecture
• E-Learning
• College Teaching
• Blended Learning
• Mentoring