Laura A.

Schindler
57 S. Third Street New Freedom, PA 17349 (H): 717-235-2052; (C): 443-243-6213 Email: lschindler1@yahoo.com

Summary of Skills, Expertise, and Knowledge Experience designing and teaching online curriculum Knowledge of adult learning principles and e-learning best practices Ability to collaborate with organizational stakeholders and subject matter experts Experience with learning management systems (eCollege, Blackboard), Adobe eLearning Suite, and HTML Strong oral and written communication skills Education Instructional Design Certificate University of Wisconsin Expected completion date: December 2013 PhD, Organizational Psychology Walden University, February 2013 Dissertation: A mixed methods examination of the influence of dimensions of support on training transfer Master of Science, Industrial/Organizational Psychology Walden University, January 2007 Bachelor of Science, Psychology Towson University, January 2001 Professional Experience Adjunct Faculty University of Liverpool Teach courses in the online MSc in Applied Psychology program

September 2012 - present

Independent Consultant June 2012 - present Laureate Education, Inc. Conduct quality assurance (QA) reviews of online academic programs to ensure they meet university standards and exemplify excellence and innovation in online curriculum design and instruction Director, Product Training and Development December 2010 September 2011 Laureate Education, Inc. Designed and developed web-based training modules using Adobe eLearning Suite Uploaded and managed web-based training modules in the Employee Learning Management System (ELMS) Collected and analyzed data to assess the effectiveness of training program

Senior Course Developer December 2008 December 2010 Laureate Education, Inc. Supervised outside venders in the completion of online curriculum Trained and mentored course developers in the design and development of e-learning objects (e.g., learning objectives, assignments, media, etc.) for online courses Reviewed online courses and media developed by outside venders and course developers for compliance with quality standards, adult learning principles, and e-learning best practices Course Developer November 2007 November 2008 Collaborated with subject matter experts to design and develop e-learning objects (e.g., learning objectives, assignments, media, etc.) for online courses Collaborated with media producers to develop video and multimedia to enhance student learning Admissions Manager February 2006 November 2007 Walden University Oversaw admission decisions and transfer of credit for the Schools of Psychology, Social Services, Nursing, and Health Services Collaborated with faculty to determine the admissibility of applicants Admissions Specialist/Support Specialist November 2003 February 2006 Walden University Determined admissibility of applicants Evaluated and awarded transfer of credit Managed the tracking, clearing, and withdrawals of conditionally admitted students Teacher Assistant June 2001 November 2003 The Arrow Project Provided individual and group instruction to emotionally disturbed and learning disabled students from grades 6-12 Developed lesson plans Regularly met with treatment team to discuss psychological and educational progress of students

Awards/Honors University of Liverpool Teacher of the Year Award Laureate Inverted Pyramid Award for Excellence in Business, Technology, and Education Laureate Peer Award Laureate Managers Choice Award for Exemplary Performance

References available upon request