Author: emilyscaramella

Mindfulness Course Agenda

Saturday, September 17, 2022 11:15am-12:15pmWeek 1 Introduction to Mindfulness What Mindfulness Is and Isn't Benefits Mindfulness of the Body Basic Breath Meditation   Saturday, September 24, 2022 11:00am-12:00pmWeek 2 Mindfulness of the Body Part II Walking Meditation Mindful Eating   Saturday, October 1, 2022 11:00am-12:00pmWeek 3 Mindfulness of Thoughts & Emotions RAIN: A 4-Step Process [...]
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Resources

You are welcome to use these mindfulness resources. Please contact me with questions. Guided Meditation: Basic Breath Meditation Handout: Mindfulness of the Breath Handout: Pre-Meal Warmup Handout: Meditation Postures Handout: Walking Meditation page 1 Handout: Walking Meditation page 2 Handout: RAIN Handout: Metta Guided Meditation: Finding an Anchor Guided Meditation: The Satipatthana Sutta - Mindfulness [...]
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Instructional Design

I focus on the creation of learning experiences to produce measurable performance results by following a system of assessing needs, designing a process, developing materials, and evaluating effectiveness. This includes the analysis and selection of the most appropriate strategies, methodologies, and technologies to maximize learning transfer and performance improvement.

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Learning Sciences

My work is based on applying principles of cognitive science and adult learning to design solutions that maximize learning and performance outcomes. My learning design is guided by applications of cognitive science for learning such as information storage & retrieval, memory, and cognitive load.

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Technology Application

I have experience selecting, integrating, managing, and maintaining learning management systems. My responsibilities include evaluating and selecting learning technologies and support systems, such as e-learning authoring tools, collaborative learning applications, and social learning platforms. In addition, a big part of my job is facilitating the use of web-conferencing, presentation software, and interactive participation applications such [...]
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Evaluating Impact

Evaluating the impact of programs is essential in determining effectiveness. I have experience implementing systematic methods for gathering, analyzing, and reporting on information about the effectiveness of learning programs. I pull from various models and methods to evaluate the impact. The following are excerpts from learning effectiveness report summaries.
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Allograft Connections

The purpose of this series was to educate New England Donor Services (NEDS) staff and key partners on the clinical applications and the life-changing impact of the transplants for recipients. Fulfilling this critical need enabled tissue donation staff to more clearly communicate the importance of tissue donation to potential donor families and the general public. [...]
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MasterControl

Called the "Mona Lisa of system implementation training" by our Chief Information Officer, this course provided an overview, instructional videos, and a software simulation for learners to get experience using the new quality management system prior to implementation.
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