With over 20 years of experience as an instructional designer, I have developed deep expertise in creating engaging and effective learning experiences for diverse audiences, from young learners to adult professionals. My proficiency spans a wide range of digital authoring tools, allowing me to craft interactive and immersive content that meets the needs of modern learners.
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“Learning is not attained by chance, it must be sought for with ardour and diligence.” Abigail Adams
Featured Project
Featured Project
Integrating a New Dog into the Home
Integrating a New Dog into the Home
In this real-world scenario-based course, learners practice taking steps to decompress their foster dog and deal with behavioral issues as they integrate the dog into their household. This project was created for a local dog rescue that found it challenging to find and keep foster homes.
I create learning experiences using engaging, real-world scenarios and problem-solving activities to ensure learners develop new knowledge and skills
I create learning experiences using engaging, real-world scenarios and problem-solving activities to ensure learners develop new knowledge and skills
What People are Saying
What People are Saying
I worked with Courtney during the Covid pandemic. She developed online learning experiences for her students with very little time to prepare. As the pandemic progressed, Courtney honed her ability to create virtual learning materials using a variety of multi-media tools. In doing so, she helped me to do the same for my own students. With Courtney's assistance, I was able to utilize available technology to the fullest to present new information and analyze student performance data to ensure my students did not experience learning loss in such unprecedented times. Her skill and expertise in virtual instruction propelled her students, and mine, forward.
~Jami Garrard, Grade Chair
I've had the pleasure of working closely with Courtney McDonald for over 5 years at Carolina Boxer Rescue. Courtney's dedication to our mission and her exceptional skills in mentoring and training have significantly contributed to our organization's success.
As an Area Coordinator, Courtney plays a pivotal role in mentoring and training new foster homes, a responsibility that requires not only deep knowledge but also empathy and patience. Her ability to connect with individuals and guide them through the complexities of fostering and adoption has been instrumental in expanding our network of volunteers and ensuring our dogs find loving homes. Her versatility in teaching methodologies enables her to effectively impart knowledge and skills, making her an invaluable asset when training volunteers.
Beyond mentoring, Courtney excels in leadership roles within our transportation and vetting teams. Her effective time management skills and meticulous attention to detail ensure that every aspect of our rescue operations runs smoothly. She has successfully trained numerous volunteers, imparting her expertise on fostering, bites & behaviors, and the operational intricacies of our transport and vetting processes.
Courtney's contributions extend beyond day-to-day operations; she has a keen understanding of instructional design principles, which she applies to create comprehensive training materials. Her ability to analyze learning needs, design impactful learning experiences, and evaluate training outcomes sets her apart.
Courtney McDonald is a consummate professional with a passion for animal welfare and a talent for leadership and instructional design. Her commitment to excellence and her ability to manage multiple projects with efficiency make her an asset to any team. I wholeheartedly recommend Courtney for any role where dedication, leadership, and the ability to drive meaningful results are valued.
~Andrea Williams, Director
Courtney is well versed in diagnosing a problem, tracking data to confirm or deny, creating inventive solutions, training team members and holding them accountable to new systems and procedures. She is a model of professionalism and I am more than happy to recommend her!
~Allison Dodson Bonaminio, Dean
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