Dane K. Severinsen is an instructional design specialist with experience using various software programs and instructional design models. He has a Bachelor's degree in Instructional Design and Technology from Western Illinois University and is currently pursuing a Master's degree. His professional experience includes creating library instruction materials as a student worker and developing cashier training through collaborative work. He currently serves as a graduate assistant providing technical support and training.
Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) is recruiting recent graduates with a passion for teaching and a strong
background in software development or engineering for a one-year assignment teaching talented graduates in Accra, Ghana.
On a daily basis, Teaching Fellows support MEST Trainees in developing their programming skills, technological understanding and entrepreneurial spirit. They work in dynamic teams with other Fellows from around the world, which are led by Faculty that have significant software and business experience.
The DIAL Project
Developing digital literacies, sharing strategies and
Approaches.
Understanding Resources of Expertise
Designs on e-Learning Conference 2013
Wilmington USA
Chris Follows
Thursday 12 September 2013
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This presentation is part of a 3 hour PD: Schoology as the foundation for a blended learning classroom. During this PD, we focused on creating effective learning targets and how to utilize Schoology and it's features to effectively run a blended classroom while monitoring student learning through the data collected in Schoology.
Meltwater Entrepreneurial School of Technology (MEST) is recruiting recent graduates with a passion for teaching and a strong
background in software development or engineering for a one-year assignment teaching talented graduates in Accra, Ghana.
On a daily basis, Teaching Fellows support MEST Trainees in developing their programming skills, technological understanding and entrepreneurial spirit. They work in dynamic teams with other Fellows from around the world, which are led by Faculty that have significant software and business experience.
The DIAL Project
Developing digital literacies, sharing strategies and
Approaches.
Understanding Resources of Expertise
Designs on e-Learning Conference 2013
Wilmington USA
Chris Follows
Thursday 12 September 2013
�
This presentation is part of a 3 hour PD: Schoology as the foundation for a blended learning classroom. During this PD, we focused on creating effective learning targets and how to utilize Schoology and it's features to effectively run a blended classroom while monitoring student learning through the data collected in Schoology.
1. Dane K. Severinsen
Instructional Design Specialist
Phone: (309)-397-5307 | 815 Holland Rd. Germantown Hills, IL 61548 | daneseverinsen@gmail.com
SOFTWARE/ INTELECTUAL SKILLS
Experience with SnagIt, Desire2Learn, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Strata 3D, Maya,
GameSalad, and Microsoft Office. Instructional design concepts, principals, trends, and issues experience.
CORE COMPETENCES
ADDIE SAM Agile
Lectora Sketchup
EDUCATION
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL
Bachelors of Science GPA: 4.0
Major: Instructional Design and Technology | Minor: Graphic Communication
Masters of Science
In progress
Illinois Central College
East Peoria, IL
Associates of Arts and Science
With a focus in Mass Media
PROFESSINAL EXPERIENCE
Student Worker | Library Instruction June 2013 to June 2014
Job Description: Create Library related instruction using Libguides, print material, YouTube videos, and
other graphical materials. Collaborate with other instructional designers to brainstorm new ideas and
concepts to add to the library instruction unit core content.
Client Work Fall 2013 to January 2014
Job Description: Worked with a group of IDT students to develop cashier training for a Regional retail
store. Collaborated with SME and lead Instructional designer during every step of the ADDIE model.
Graduate Assistant | Instructional Development Services May 2014 to present
Job Description: Support hardware and software for electronic classrooms throughout the college. In
addition to these responsibilities, I present workshops, one-on-one training to students and instructors,
create training materials, and wrote technology articles.
SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS
Mary A. Morton Scholarship: Recipient for Fall 2013
IDT Bookstore Scholarships: Recipients Fall 2013 and Spring 2014
Dean’s List: Fall 2012-Spring 2014
Instructional Design and Technology: Department Scholar Spring 2014
EXTRA-CURICULAR ACTIVITIES
President | AECT WIU chapter Fall 2013 to Spring 2014
Duties: Direct meetings, contact guest speakers, plan field trips, promote organization, and collaborate
with officers.
Treasure | Graphic Communication Spring 2013 to May 2014
Duties: Organize/Preform events, meetings, volunteering opportunities, toy/food drive, and track funds.
