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...WordPress Website Design, WordPress Developer, Elementor Expert, WooCommerce Developer, WordPress Customization, Responsive Web Design, Landing Page Design, E-commerce Website Development, Instructional Designer, Learning Experience Designer (LXD), eLearning Developer, LMS Specialist… Hi, I'm Elaine Plourde, an Instructional Designer, eLearning Developer, LMS Specialist, and WordPress Expert with 20+ years of experience building powerful learning ecosystems, digital training solutions, LMS platforms, and high-performance websites for businesses, educators, coaches, and organizations. I help clients turn complex ideas into engaging online learning experiences and high-converting digital solutions by combining Instructional Design, eLearning development, LMS architecture, and modern WordPress development. My focus is on creating structured, results-driven learning systems that improve learner engagement, knowledge retention, user experience, and business performance. I also build AI-powered learning solutions, scalable training programs, and modern digital learning environments using industry-leading tools and technologies . 🎯 Core Expertise 📘 Instructional Design & Learning Experience Design (LXD) ✔Instructional Design & Learning Strategy Development ✔Curriculum Design & Course Architecture Mapping ✔Online Course Design & Development ✔Corporate Training & Employee Onboarding Programs ✔Leadership, Compliance & Professional Training ✔Scenario-Based & Interactive Learning Design ✔Assessment Design, Quizzes & Storyboarding ✔SCORM & xAPI-Compliant Learning Development ✔Learning Path & Content Development 🏫 LMS Development & Integration • Moodle LMS Setup, Configuration & Administration • Absorb LMS Development • LMS Migration & System Integration • Course Structure & Learning Path Design • Certification & Membership Site Development • LMS Consulting & Optimization • User Enrollment, Reporting & Automation 💻 eLearning Development ⭐Articulate Storyline 360 & Rise 360 Development ⭐Adobe Captivate Interactive Modules ⭐H5P Interactive Learning Content ⭐SCORM-Compliant Course Development ⭐Video-Based Learning & Multimedia Content ⭐Camtasia & Vyond Training Content ⭐AI-Enhanced Learning Experiences ⭐Interactive Quizzes & Assessments 🌐 WordPress Development & Digital Solutions ✓ WordPress Website Design & Development ✓ Elementor Pro & WooCommerce Development ✓ Landing Pages & Funnel Design ✓ Membership & Learning Portal Development ✓ Website Redesign & Performance Optimization ✓ SEO-Friendly & Mobile-Responsive Websites ✓ Custom WordPress Development & API Integration ✓ Conversion-Focused Web Design 🛠 Tools & Technologies Articulate Storyline 360, Rise 360, Adobe Captivate, H5P, Moodle, Absorb LMS, WordPress, Elementor Pro, WooCommerce, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, SCORM, xAPI, Figma, Canva, Camtasia, Vyond, Adobe Premiere Pro, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, AI Learning Tools, and more. ⚙️ Work Process ✔Requirement Analysis & Learning Goals Definition ✔Instructional Strategy or Website Planning ✔UX-Focused Design & Content Structuring ✔Development of eLearning Courses, LMS, or Websites ✔Testing, QA, Accessibility & Optimization ✔Feedback-Based Improvements ✔Final Launch & Ongoing Support 💡 Why Hire Me - 20+ Years of Experience in Digital Learning & EdTech - Strong Expertise in Instructional Design & WordPress Development - Deep Experience in LMS Architecture & Administration - Focus on Engagement, Performance & Scalability - SEO-Optimized & Conversion-Focused Solutions - Clear Communication & Structured Delivery - End-to-End Project Management - Reliable, Detail-Oriented & Deadline-Focused 🔑 KEYWORD Instructional Designer, Learning Experience Designer (LXD), eLearning Developer, Curriculum Designer, Course Creator, Online Course Developer, LMS Specialist, LMS Developer, Moodle Expert, SCORM Developer, xAPI Developer, Articulate Storyline 360 Developer, Rise 360 Developer, Adobe Captivate Expert, H5P Developer, Corporate Training Developer, Training Content Developer, Educational Content Developer, Digital Learning Specialist, AI Learning Solutions, WordPress Developer, WordPress Designer, Elementor Expert, WooCommerce Developer, Web Developer, Website Designer, Responsive Web Design, Landing Page Designer, Website Optimization, SEO Website Design, Custom WordPress Development, API Integration, eLearning Development, Instructional Design, Learning Design, Curriculum Development, Instructional Content Development, Learning Strategy, Learning Path Design, Course Mapping, Storyboarding, Assessment Development, Quiz Development, Multimedia Learning, Video-Based Learning, Learning Analytics, Educational Technology, EdTech Consultant, Digital Learning Solutions, Camtasia, Vyond, SCORM, xAPI, LMS Administration. LMS, WordPress Developer, WordPress Website Design, WordPress Expert, WordPress Designer, Elementor Expert, WooCommerce Developer, WordPress Customization, Website Design, Website Development.

Results-driven Instructional Designer and eLearning Developer with 15+ years of international experience across the UAE, USA, Egypt, Ghana, Kuwait, and Niger. Specializes in translating complex content into learner-centered digital courses, blended learning programs, and AI-enhanced curricula for corporate, higher education, and K–12 environments. Proven expertise in Articulate 360, Moodle, Canvas, Blackboard, and Google Classroom, with a strong track record of improving learning outcomes and faculty engagement by measurable margins. Adept at leading needs assessments, managing full ADDIE-cycle projects, and delivering professional development programs for 100+ participants — all while working remotely across time zones.

I'm passionate about creating educational solutions by using instructional design theories and cognitive science findings to improve learning results for social impact projects.

I am an enthusiastic and supportive beta reader with over 3 years of experience. I always make sure that the client is happy, and provide highly detailed reports and analysis. My focus is in fantasy and sci-fi, but I look forward to working with anyone who needs a keen eye and constructive feedback to improve their writing project or manuscript.

I'm a Ph.D.-trained psychologist and clinical mental health counselor with a master's in Educational Psychology from Harvard University and a master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Regis University. I write, design, and research at the intersection of psychology, mental health, and education, and I bring clinical-level understanding to every project I take on. I have a 100% Job Success Score, Top Rated status on Upwork, and 50+ completed projects. I do not use AI to write client work. Psychology and Mental Health Writing I write SEO-optimized blog posts, articles, newsletters, and long-form content for therapists, mental health practices, wellness brands, and healthcare organizations. My content covers mental health, positive psychology, CBT, mindfulness, counseling psychology, self-help, and clinical psychology topics, grounded in doctoral-level accuracy rather than surface-level research. I use SurferSEO and Yoast SEO consistently, hitting 80%+ optimization scores and delivering 40%+ organic traffic growth for clients within three months. I target keywords in the 10K to 100K search volume range and write content that ranks and reads like a human wrote it, because one did. Skills: Psychology Writing, Mental Health Content, Health Writing, CBT Content, Positive Psychology, Mindfulness Writing, SEO Writing, Blog Writing, Long-Form Articles, Copywriting, SurferSEO, Yoast SEO, Keyword Research Instructional Design and Curriculum Development I design complete, outcome-based learning experiences from scratch using ADDIE, Bloom's Taxonomy, and Gagné's Nine Events of Instruction. I've built full eLearning courses, including an 8-module CBT certificate program covering the cognitive-behavioral model through relapse prevention, designed for both general learners and mental health practitioners. I work in Articulate Rise, Articulate Storyline, and Canvas LMS, and align every course to measurable learning objectives with assessments, discussion prompts, and knowledge checks built in. Skills: Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, eLearning Development, Course Design, Assessment Development, Content Storyboarding, Articulate Rise, Articulate Storyline, Canvas LMS, ADDIE Framework, Bloom's Taxonomy, Gagné's Nine Events, Digital Learning, AI-Integrated Instruction Academic Writing and Research I produce research papers, literature reviews, dissertations, thesis support, systematic literature reviews (SLR), and APA-formatted manuscripts for graduate students, researchers, educators, and organizations. My doctoral training in psychology gives me the methodological background to work across the full arc of a research project, from literature review and evidence synthesis to final write-up. Every piece is original, evidence-based, and written to meet university or publication standards. I work in APA 7th edition and am experienced in academic formatting across styles. Skills: Academic Writing, Research Writing, Dissertation Support, Thesis Writing, Systematic Literature Review (SLR), Literature Review, APA 7th Edition, Manuscript Writing, Research Publications, Scientific Writing, Evidence Synthesis Editing and Proofreading I provide developmental editing, line editing, structural editing, and academic proofreading for manuscripts, dissertations, research papers, essays, and long-form content. I improve clarity, argumentation, and academic rigor without stripping the author's voice. I work in APA 7th edition and adapt to other style guides including MLA and Chicago as needed. Skills: Developmental Editing, Line Editing, Structural Editing, Academic Proofreading, Manuscript Editing, Dissertation Editing, Thesis Editing, APA Formatting, Grammar and Style Editing Education Ph.D. in Psychology, St. John's University, 2020 to 2023 Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Regis University Master's Degree in Educational Psychology, Harvard University Certifications Articulate Rise eLearning Development (add if held) SurferSEO Content Optimization (add if held) APA 7th Edition Academic Writing (add if held) Technical Tools Articulate Rise, Articulate Storyline, Canvas LMS, SurferSEO, Yoast SEO, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Trello, Slack, Zoom, Grammarly, APA 7th Edition Formatting

Your vision deserves a learning platform that performs at a global scale. I don't just build websites; I architect educational ecosystems. With a background that spans high-stakes international NGOs, and award-winning financial institutions, I specialize in transforming complex knowledge into intuitive, automated, and scalable Learning Management Systems. PROVEN OUTCOMES ➤ Global Scale: Architected a 20-course library for the Jane Goodall Institute, supporting 500+ users across 25 countries. ➤ Award-Winning Turnarounds: Re-engineered the LMS for Alpha4All Italia, leading to their recognition at the 2021 Le Fonti Awards® for Excellence in Trading Training. ➤ High-Fidelity Tech Integrations: Seamlessly integrated lesson developed in Articulate 360 and SCORM content into LearnDash for Providence First Trust Company, prioritizing elite UX/UI and navigation. ➤ Course Design and Development: Collaborated with well-known organizations and educational institutions such as the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital, Parker University, Clackamas Community College, National Autism Academy and many more. WHAT I DELIVER ➤ Instructional Design Mastery: I translate expert knowledge into digestible, high-retention learning paths. I specialize in the Information Architecture of a course—ensuring students don't just enroll, but actually finish. ➤ Technical Architecture: Expert-level configuration of Learning Management Systems, Membership, eCommerce and other custom features. ➤ Data & Reporting: Custom reporting dashboards to give you a detailed analysis of learner progress and platform health. ➤ Automation: Building the connection between your LMS and your business tools using Uncanny Automator and Zapier. PLATFORMS, PLUGINS AND INTEGRATIONS ➤ LMS: Specializing in LearnDash, (Experienced with other LMS such as Tutor LMS, LearnWorlds, Thinkific, Moodle, Docebo, and TalentLMS if needed.) ➤ Authoring Tools: H5P, Camtasia, Articulate 360, Captivate, ➤ Automation: Uncanny Automator, Zapier ➤ Design/Dev: WordPress, Elementor, Gutenberg and Custom CSS/HTML. ➤ Integrations: Uncanny Toolkit, Tin Canny xAPI and SCORM Reporting ➤ Collaboration: Canva, Slack, Zoom, and Google Workspace LEVERAGING AI I can use AI-driven workflows to cut development time—transforming raw Subject Matter Expert interviews and webinars into structured outlines and quiz banks in a fraction of the traditional time. However, AI is a tool, not a SME. I specialize in bridging the gap where AI falls short: capturing your unique proprietary depth of knowledge as well as ensuring the integrity of assessments. I’ll help you use AI to help you launch faster without sacrificing quality: ➤ Speed: Transforming raw notes and videos into structured course drafts in hours, not weeks. ➤ Integrity: Filtering AI outputs to ensure your proprietary knowledge isn't replaced by generic information.