Kelly Elander Resume
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Mr. Kelly R. Elander 501•279•4447 3183 W. Country Club Rd, Searcy, AR 72143 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
EXPERIENCE
Harding University, Searcy, AR (July 2003-Present)
Asst. Professor of Communication – Administering the Interactive Media Degree program. Teaching communication classes on web design and development, audio production and software: such as Dreamweaver, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Edutainment Media Inc. (eLearning), Windmere, FL Contracts (May 2004 - June 2006)
E-Learning Script/Storyboard Author - From source materials, designed training modules and interactions in storyboard form for six separate e-Learning courses including orientation and training for Disney Resort employees in specific positions, specialized safety training, labor operations and Department Of Transportation Commercial Entry-level Driver.
Independence University, formerly California College of Health Sciences (CCHS), Salt Lake City, UT Telecommuting contracts (Aug. 2004-Aug. 2005)
Instructional Designer/Flash Developer/Web Developer/Technical Writer - Researched viral advertising and created several storyboard ideas for a viral ad/demonstration course to market CCHS' online program of training to medical professionals and staff. Created interactive, Flash based e-Learning/media objects, designed to draw XML content from files. Designed and developed two e-Learning courses teaching CCHS instructors and students how to use the ANGEL learning management system (LMS) and collaboration portal.
Resource Bridge, LLC (eLearning), Schaumburg, IL Contract (June 2003-July 2003)
Instructional Design Consultant – Designed and developed storyboards and quick reference guides for a number of web-based Sales Training Certification courses at Computer Associates (CA). Created internal training materials for and supervised Resource Bridge team members in developing quick reference guides for CA.
TMP Worldwide/Hudson Global Staffing, Oakbrook, IL Contract (Sept. 2002-May 2003)
Instructional Design Consultant -- Researched, designed, developed and wrote training lessons for an instructor-led training course teaching University of Illinois registration and records employees how to use SCT's Banner ERP system – The Catalog and Scheduling Modules.
Researched, designed, developed and wrote training lessons for an instructor-led training course that taught University of Illinois financial aid employees how to use SCT's Banner ERP system – The Document Tracking and Verification Module.
Business Consulting Education, Andersen, LLP St. Charles, IL (1999-2002)
Senior Instructional Design Consultant - Coordinated instructional design, planned and managed projects, coached/supervised designers, reviewed instructional materials. Designed, developed and wrote training courses in Web-Based, Instructor-Led and Notes-Based formats:
Web-Based Design and Development Projects
Chosen by interview process by an Andersen web development team to head up the instructional design, development and pilot of eight overview and 48 reinforcement Web-Based Training (WBT) courses for a top engineering firm client in Austin, TX. Courses taught employees how to use new J.D. Edwards OneWorld system. Supervised the development of course content, working closely with experts and client managers.
Project lead for a WBT course teaching good contracting skills to Business Consulting partners. Created and maintained the workplan and budget using MS Project 2000 and Excel, monitored status, assigned and managed development tasks. Worked closely with sponsors and subject matter experts. Supervised and assisted in the design and development of web pages and JavaScript-based learning interactions.
Primary designer and developer of a seven-module WBT course, "Value-Based Management." Created web pages using Dreamweaver, Visio, Photoshop and Cool Edit 2000 (audio). Converted paper-based materials to WBT through information chunking, sequencing of material and employing web-based interactions.
Designed and developed modules in WBT course to teach Partners how to manage projects using a newly developed, firm-wide consulting methodology called, "Architected Solutions," that was required on all major engagements after Sept. 2001.
Instructor-led Design and Development Projects
Worked closely with a new internet-based professional services company to create their classroom training and accompanying user manuals.
Updated the case study and activities at the core of a course delivered to newly-hired Senior Consultants and Managers.
Competency Model Development Projects
Created competency models and/or competency-based tools connecting competencies to training curriculums and offerings in:
Enterprise, Internet and Supply Chain Solutions - Lotus Notes-based Competency Tools
AT Curriculum - Intranet-based Competency Tool
Asynchronous and Synchronous Distance Learning
Distance Learning Design and Development Projects
Co-designed a blended learning solution that included WBT, live sessions via Placeware and a Lotus Notes database for writing assignments and discussion.
Created resources and tools for the synchronous and asynchronous distance learning competency teams.
Organized and conducted live learning events and meetings via the web using Placeware and Webex.
Researched and wrote reviews on distance learning topics for competency teams.
Farmington Hills (MI) and Kingston (NY) Churches of Christ (1989-1999)
Teaching/Minister - Researched, wrote and taught three classes a week to the congregation. Wrote and edited church bulletins, wrote weekly articles for the local newspapers and created several brief commentaries that were aired on local radio.
WKNY and WFGB Radio - After graduating O.U., worked as On-Air Announcer and Community Program Director for 2+ years before leaving for school in Dallas.
EDUCATION
University of Michigan, Dearborn, School of Education, Master's Degree in Adult Instruction & Performance Technology. GPA: 8.5 (A+)
Preston Road Center for Christian Education, Dallas
Public Speaking and Biblical Studies Diploma, GPA 3.9
Ohio University, Athens, OH
Bachelor of Science in Communications (Radio/TV)
Dutchess County Community College, Poughkeepsie, NY
Associates Degree in Commercial Art
HONORS/ASSOCIATIONS
U of M Graduate Honors Scholar Award (the student with high academic excellence and enhancement of
peer learning)
Selected to Pi Lambda Theta (International Education Honor Society)
International Society for Performance Improvement (ISPI) 1997-present
U.S. Distance Learning Association (USDLA) 2000-present
American Society for Training and Development (ASTD)
e-Learning Guild
PUBLICATIONS
* Co-authored paper, "Design Considerations for Distance Education in a Global Environment," was selected by department head to be published on the U of M School of Education website.
* Co-authored paper, "The Impact of Teaching Strategies on Intrinsic Motivation," was published by the U.S. Educational Research Information Clearinghouse (# ED 418925)