Hello! I'm Lorena.
I’m passionate about instructional and curriculum design because it’s about creating experiences that truly engage and inspire learners. I love exploring creative ways to craft content that transforms complex ideas into accessible and exciting learning opportunities. I can't imagine a more fulfilling job—it's like building a bridge that guides learners to full understanding, offering enjoyable practice as they advance their skills and unlock their full potential.
Sing It, Learn It: The Melody of Memory
Music has a unique power to enhance memory and retention. I incorporate music and lyrics into my instructional design practice to make learning more engaging and effective. Click the arrow to listen to an example and experience it yourself.
Lorena Mayoral
Senior Instructional Designer
Curriculum Developer
Training Project Manager
Portfolio
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Sample Articulate 360 Beginner Course
In this course series, the learners acquire new Articulate 360 (Rise) skills by "exploring, creating, and sharing." Experimentation and hands-on learning activities are a key part of their learning journey.
The course is designed to be asynchronous, allowing the participants to work at their own pace. To provide additional support, Virtual Interactive Training (VIT) sessions are hosted.
Please click on the button below. You will be prompted to a webpage. Please use this password to access the material: Success2024.
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Sample Video Created with AI
This video showcase was created using artificial intelligence or AI. AI-driven video creation can significantly streamline the production process, reducing costs and turnaround times. It allows for high-quality content generation at scale, enabling companies to produce consistent and engaging media without the need for extensive resources. AI can also personalize content to target specific audiences, enhancing viewer engagement and effectiveness.
By leveraging AI, corporations, educational institutions and nonprofits can stay ahead of trends, innovate, and maintain a competitive edge in the digital training landscape.
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Sample Invitation to Collaborate: Post-Lesson Observation Discussion
Focusing on specific questions before a lesson observation discussion helps instructors reflect deeply on key aspects of their own teaching practice. It structures feedback, making it efficient and goal-oriented. After the session, a written list of enhancement recommendations is developed in collaboration with the instructor, with follow-up every week to support ongoing improvement.
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Sample Project Kickoff Video
This sample Project Kickoff video offers several advantages when inviting stakeholders and subject-matter experts to collaborate:
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Engaging Introduction: It sets a positive tone for collaboration.
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Clear Objectives: It allows the training team clearly outline the project's goals, scope, and expectations.
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Personal Connection: It conveys enthusiasm and build a personal connection.
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Visual and Contextual Clarity: It demonstrates key elements of the project, making the content more memorable as it provides context that might be missed in written emails.
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Feedback: It encourages feedback by encouraging the stakeholders to fill out a Needs Assessment prior to the scheduled meeting.
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Buy-In: It generates excitement and buy-in from stakeholders and experts, and it helps secure their commitment and enthusiasm for the project.
Overall, a Project Kickoff video can effectively facilitate collaboration by providing clarity, building connections, and engaging participants right from the start.
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Sample Mastery Assessment
This Mastery Assessment is an integral component of the Competency-Based Education (CBE) training designed for faculty members at a higher education institution. The primary objective of this training was to equip the faculty with the skills to effectively implement the CBE framework in their own courses.
In this module focused on technology, the participants were tasked with creating an online gallery at a CBE Virtual Museum. This project required them to showcase a diverse array of previously curated technology tools that they believed would enhance their CBE online classrooms. Each participant developed a gallery highlighting tools and resources that align with CBE principles, and upon completion, they shared their galleries with their peers for review and feedback.
The Mastery Assessment in this context provided faculty members with the opportunity to demonstrate their proficiency in integrating technology within the CBE framework. It served as a practical evaluation of their ability to select, demonstrate, and apply technological tools that support competency-based teaching and learning. This activity was uploaded to an Articulate Storyline file.
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Sample Presentation on the Backward Design of Instruction
This is a presentation prepared for the faculty members at a higher education institution. The main aim was to introduce the Backward Design of Instruction so that they could start planning their competency-based training modules. The Backward Design of Instruction is a method where educators start with the end goals of learning in mind and work backward to develop instructional activities and assessments that align with those goals. This approach ensures that teaching strategies and assessments are directly focused on achieving desired learning outcomes, enhancing the cohesiveness and effectiveness of the instruction. The concept of alignment in this context refers to the consistent connection between learning objectives, instructional methods, and assessment practices, ensuring that each component supports and reinforces the others to maximize student learning.
EDUCATION
2016
Master of Science
Human Resources Development
Indiana State University
Indiana, United States
I pursued a Master’s in HR Development because I love helping people unlock their potential. It’s like being the behind-the-scenes architect of growth and success!
2003
Bachelor of Science
Education
Universidad Nacional de Quilmes
Buenos Aires, Argentina
I focused on program evaluation because every learner deserves the best experience possible. By honing in on evaluation, I aimed to ensure that educational programs genuinely meet learners' needs, improve over time, and make a real difference in their learning journeys.
1996
Bachelor of Science
English
Instituto Superior del Profesorado en Lenguas Vivas "Juan Ramon Fernandez"
Buenos Aires, Argentina
I pursued a Bachelor’s in English because I’ve always been fascinated by the power of words. It’s not just about reading and writing—it’s about understanding how language shapes thoughts, cultures, and communication. This degree gave me the tools to explore and harness that power, turning it into a skillset that drives meaningful connections and creative expression.
SKILLS
Articulate Storyline 360 - Advanced
Camtasia - Advanced
Adobe - Proficient
AI Video Production - Proficient
Gamification
LMS: Canvas, Blackboard, Cornerstone- Proficient
Project Management - Proficient
ADDITONAL COMPETENCIES
I Can Bridge Words and Worlds: Translation in Instructional Design
I Elevate Learning with Quality Matters Standards
Storytelling: Every Lesson is a Story Waiting to Be Told
My English>Spanish, Spanish>English translation expertise extends beyond language conversion, focusing on interpreting complex ideas and cultural nuances to create learning materials that resonate with diverse audiences. As a literary translator, I foster engagement and emotional connection while ensuring clarity and precision. This approach makes instructional content accessible and meaningful as it helps bridge gaps across languages and learning contexts.
I am Quality Matters certified, which reflects my commitment to creating content that meets rigorous, research-based standards for high-quality instructional design and delivery. This includes a focus on course structure, clear learning objectives, assessments, learner engagement, accessibility, and effective use of technology, ensuring that each course supports optimal teaching and learning practices.
I like to integrate story elements into engaging, interactive courses to captivate the audience, build trust, and enhance understanding. This approach turns every lesson into a chance for a compelling narrative—because each lesson is a story ready to unfold.
