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Karen M.

Gqeberha, South Africa

$30/hr
5.0
22 jobs

I bridge the gap between complex pedagogy and high-end visual design. With over 15 years of experience across Higher Education (HET) and vocational training, I specialise in creating evidence-based learning experiences that are as visually compelling as they are educationally sound. Core Strengths Dual Expertise: I integrate Visual Communication (BTech Graphic Design) with Educational Psychology (BA Psych) to produce multi-device optimised, accessible content that actually sticks. Full ID Lifecycle: Expert in curriculum mapping, stakeholder collaboration, and data-driven improvements using Articulate 360 and Adobe Creative Suite. Regulatory Knowledge: Deep experience with QCTO-aligned vocational frameworks and HET undergraduate module development (Pearson Institute, Inscape). Key Accomplishments Master of Education (Cum Laude): Research-led approach to modern teaching methodologies and academic integrity. Academic Leadership: Proven success as a Module Leader and Honours Supervisor, overseeing the delivery of high-impact curricula. Vocational Impact: Developed interactive, online short courses for diverse fields including Mechanical Engineering and Construction Management. Education M.Ed (Higher Education) – Cum Laude BTech: Graphic Design BA: Psychological Counselling I deliver student-centred solutions that meet rigorous academic standards while maintaining a focus on modern, digital-first engagement.

  • Curriculum Development
  • Academic Content Development
  • Instructional Design
  • Learning Management System
  • Course
  • Graphic Design
  • Presentation Design
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Higher Education
  • Education
  • Visual Communication
  • Articulate
  • Illustration
Adam G. V.

Cape Town, South Africa

$45/hr
5.0
14 jobs

Instructional designer with 9+ years creating learning programs that prioritize skill application over information delivery. I specialize in transforming complex content into practical training across healthcare, corporate compliance, and technical domains. Available for course development, curriculum strategy, content transformation, accessibility remediation, and project recovery. Contact me for a free 30min consult! What I deliver: - Scenario-based learning that prepares learners for real decisions, not just assessments - Complete program design from needs analysis through delivery and iteration - Content that works within your constraints - tight timelines, limited budgets, challenging SMEs - Accessibility-compliant courses (WCAG 2.2 AA) across platforms - AI-based content development - scalable while maintaining high-quality Recent work: - Fortune 500 compliance training (16+ scenario activities, distributed team coordination) - University masters programs in pharmacology and clinical evaluation (became institutional standards) - AI-powered learning platform development (rapid content authoring and deployment) Tools: Articulate 360 (Rise/Storyline), Canvas, Moodle, OpenEdx, H5P, AI-assisted content development Approach: Evidence-based frameworks (Merrill's First Principles, backward design, 4C-ID) applied to your specific context - not academic theory, but practical methodology that improves outcomes. I work independently from brief to delivery, coordinate across technical and subject matter expert teams, and iterate based on learner performance data.

  • Curriculum Development
  • Elearning
  • Instructional Design
  • Training Needs Analysis
  • Interactive Design
  • Training Materials
  • Content Writing
  • Storyboarding
  • Shareable Content Object Reference Model
  • Articulate Rise
  • Articulate Storyline
  • H5P
  • Instructure CANVAS
  • Moodle
  • Canva
Bryce H.

Cape Town, South Africa

$70/hr
4.9
33 jobs

Instructional designer and course developer with 20 years in content creation, an MBA, and an MSc in Psychology. I design curricula, e-learning, and AI-integrated learning systems that inform and captivate. I believe everything and anything can be made engaging! Here's how I can help you: - E-learning Development: Let me build comprehensive online courses that cater to diverse educational environments, from corporate training to children's education. - AI-Integrated Learning Design: I run a documented 18-phase AI-assisted production pipeline (backward design, narrative frameworks, prompt frameworks, built-in QA passes), so course content scales without going generic. - Multimedia Content: Based on your learners' needs, I can create interactive, multimedia-rich learning experiences that resonate with your audience. - Traditional Curriculum Design: I can use your information to develop structured and effective curricula tailored to your learners' needs. - Microlearning Modules: I am your one-stop shop for designing bite-sized learning modules for quick skill acquisition and retention. - Assessment Design: quizzes, rubrics, and evaluations aligned to your learning outcomes. Recent work: a six-module e-bike safety curriculum turned into production-ready scripts (5.0, "delivered far beyond what I expected"), middle-school Robotics and PE courses (both 5.0), and a $5K Prompt Engineering course build. Tools and Technologies: Streamlit, Python Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) Moodle, Canvas Claude, ChatGPT & GenAI production workflows (Upwork GenAI-certified) Community-based learning platforms (Circle .so, Teachable. com, Xperiencify. com) And lots more (I'm a bit of a tech head, especially innovation platforms and new ed-tech) So... let's collaborate to elevate your learning and development initiatives. I'm here to help!

  • Curriculum Development
  • Curriculum Design
  • Curriculum Mapping
  • Curriculum Plan
  • Elearning
  • Instructional Design
  • Learning Management System
  • Content Writing
  • Microlearning
  • Scriptwriting
  • Educational Technology
  • Elearning Video
  • Psychology
  • Generative AI
  • Assessment Activity
  • Training & Development
Tamar B.

Randburg, South Africa

$50/hr
5.0
1 jobs

I am an educator with extensive experience in youth development and engagement. I have over ten years' experience in curriculum design and facilitation of blended learning. I have developed online learning materials and courses for graduate students and have lectured in Child and Youth Care, Psychology and Behavioural Studies. I am skilled in quantitative and qualitative research methods, data analysis, monitoring and evaluation and quality assurance. I have experience in programme development, research development and performance monitoring. I have completed several courses on Project Management and have experience in community engagement, youth mobilisation and cross-cultural engagement. As a content and curriculum developer, I am a skilled writer and presenter.

  • Data Analysis
  • Program Evaluation
  • Proofreading
  • Business Writing
  • Academic Editing
  • Professional Tone
  • Writing
Tracyleigh O.

Pinetown, South Africa

$20/hr
5.0
2 jobs

I don’t just design curriculum—I design for success. Every resource I create starts with a goal in mind: progress that’s real, achievable, and meaningful. I don’t plan lessons just to fill a schedule—I build tools that help children grow, step by step, in ways that matter. I’m Tracy-Leigh, a qualified special needs teacher, early childhood specialist, and curriculum developer with a passion for inclusive education. I’ve spent years in classrooms supporting learners with autism, ADHD, hearing loss, language delays, and other developmental challenges—so I know how to create resources that actually work. ✏️ What I Offer: Adapted curriculum & lesson plans (ages 3–13) Early years content designed for emotional and developmental growth Visual aids, sensory tools & printables for special needs learners Creative preschool resources & social-emotional stories 🧰 Tools I Work With: Canva Google Docs & Slides Microsoft Word & PowerPoint ChatGPT & MagicSchool.ai PDF editors Basic Articulate Storyline I believe educational content should feel attainable, personal, and empowering—for both the child and the adult supporting them. That belief is built into everything I create. Let’s build something that doesn’t just teach—it helps them grow. 🌱

  • Curriculum Development
  • English Tutoring
  • Teaching English as a Foreign Language Certification
  • Education Framework
  • Educational
  • Special Education
  • Data Entry
  • Microsoft Project
  • Virtual Assistance
  • Canva
  • Pre-K
  • Microsoft Excel PowerPivot
  • PowerPoint Presentation
  • Social Media Advertising Analytics
  • Social Media Marketing Plan
Nadia V.

Emalahleni, South Africa

$15/hr
5.0
2 jobs

In the high-stakes world of academia and professional certification, the difference between a 'pass' and a 'fail' is often the quality of the study material. I am an Educational Content Architect specializing in the design and transcription of high-fidelity learning assets. I offer a unique, hybrid service that combines the logical rigor of digital instructional design with the scientifically proven retention benefits of handwritten content. ​Digital documents are excellent for storage, but they are often poor for deep learning. To solve this, I transform your raw data, dense PDFs, or lecture notes into 'Active Learning' guides. My process involves architecting a clear digital hierarchy—ensuring the logic of the subject matter is sound—and then integrating bespoke, handwritten annotations and diagrams that serve as cognitive anchors for the learner. ​My Architectural Framework Includes: ​Digital Curriculum Structuring: I organize your content into a logical, digestible flow, removing the 'cognitive clutter' that hinders student progress. ​Premium Handwritten Transcription: Utilizing the human touch to create personalized study notes, manuscripts, and correspondence that command attention and improve memory encoding. ​Visual Synthesis: Transforming complex theories into hand-rendered flowcharts and diagrams that make high-level concepts accessible at a glance. ​I operate at a disciplined, fixed hourly rate, providing clients with consistent, high-value delivery and total transparency. Whether you are an educator looking to elevate your resources or a professional requiring a polished, handwritten touch for your intellectual property, I would be delighted to assist you in delivering a high-yield, unique product.

  • Elearning Design
  • Online Instruction
  • Long-Form Writing
  • Lettering
  • Text Summarization
  • Writing
  • Infographic
  • Case Study Design
  • Catalog Design
  • User Guide Writing
  • Training Materials
  • Education
  • Diagram
  • Flowchart
  • Graphic Design
  • High School
  • Middle School
  • College & University
  • Academic Textbook
  • Course Creation

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