ABOUT ME
Hello! I am Kirsten Song, MGS, PhD. - your next Learning Experience Designer.
What makes me an outstanding LXD?
13+ years of practice in designing learning solutions by theory, science & design thinking.
Frontline experience of designing and delivering learning experience for 5,000+ adult learners.
Skillful management between keeping my leadership & valuing stakeholders’ feedback.
My Learning Experience Design Principles?
Theory-based LXD
I prioritize instructional design practices that have been validated by research. This includes strategies for organizing content, sequencing activities, and providing feedback to optimize learning retention and transfer. By leveraging theories like ARCS, ADDIE, and SAM, I create experiences that capture learners' attention, demonstrate the relevance of the content, build confidence in their abilities, and ensure satisfaction with their learning outcomes.
Data-driven LXD
I design evidence-based e-learning solutions to ensure targeted interventions to address specific learning challenges. Whether through adaptive assessments, timely feedback mechanisms, or remedial activities, data-driven interventions help learners learn to perform more effectively, leading to improved productivity. This is why I continue learning data application like xAPI in addition to my extensive experience in survey, interview, and focus group.
Design-thinking
Design thinking places a strong emphasis on understanding the needs, motivations, and challenges of learners. I strive to empathize with learners to gain deeper insights into their perspectives. This empathy enables the creation of learning experiences that are more relevant, engaging, and effective.
With 13+ of frontline experience as an instructional designer & deliverer
I bring a unique blend of theoretical expertise and practical insight to the realm of instructional design. I've had the privilege of engaging with over 5,000 learners with diverse levels of ability, skills need, and motivation. This hands-on experience has been instrumental in shaping my approach to instructional design, allowing me to experiment, test, and validate learning solutions grounded in theory, data, and design thinking.
Do you need a LXD with a strong project management skill?
I understand the importance of maintaining leadership in guiding the design process while valuing the insights of stakeholders including SMEs and learners. I leverage my expertise to provide strategic direction and solutions, while seeking feedback to ensure alignment with stakeholders' goals.
What Skills Do I have?
Skills
SAM, ADDIE, Project Management, Problem Solving, Learner Experience Research, User Experience Research, Action Mapping, Storyboarding, visual design, prototyping
Tech
Articulate Storyline, Figma, Adobe Premier Pro, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google Suite
Fun Facts about Me
In addition to Learning Experience Design, I have extensive research experience in social science. I have a Master of Gerontological Studies and a PhD in Sociology. I am dedicated to crafting engaging learning experiences that enhance interactions with aging populations, embrace cultural diversity, and facilitate the global exchange of goods, services, and ideas. Lastly, I am bilingual in Korean and English. Let’s work together to create transformative educational solutions that make a real difference.