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“Design is not just what it looks like and feels like. Design is how it works.”

— Steve Jobs



Hi and Welcome! 

I am so glad you have stopped by! This blog is a space where I share my thoughts, projects, and reflections from my journey through my master's program in route to becoming an instructional designer. Whether you are a fellow designer, an educator, or a mentor I hope you'll find something here that sparks an idea or inspires your own work. 

I am passionate about designing meaningful, engaging learning experiences and always learning as I go. As instructional designers, we are constantly learning, adapting, and designing with intention. This space is my contribution to that ever-evolving conversation. 

Thanks for being a part of the journey! 

Alissa 


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