I am a university educator and instructional design professional with a Ph.D. in Kinesiology and experience developing online courses, digital learning modules, instructional materials, and assessments across multiple higher education institutions.
My work focuses on transforming complex scientific concepts into accessible, engaging, and structured learning experiences. I have designed semester-long online courses, organized digital learning environments, and developed instructional activities and assessments using platforms including Canvas, Pearson, and McGraw Hill Connect.
With a background in exercise physiology, anatomy and physiology, curriculum development, and adult education, I bring a unique combination of subject matter expertise and practical instructional design experience. I am passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences that help individuals develop knowledge, build confidence, and achieve their educational and professional goals.
Instructional Design & Curriculum Development
Online Course & Digital Learning Development
Learning Objectives & Assessment Design
Adult Learning & Higher Education
Canvas LMS, Pearson & McGraw Hill Connect
Healthcare & Scientific Education
Learner Engagement & Educational Technology
Institution: Lone Star College
Project Type: Online Course Design & Development
Project Overview
Developed and organized complete online undergraduate Kinesiology courses, including semester-long instructional modules, learning materials, assignments, quizzes, and examinations.
My Role
Responsible for structuring digital course content, organizing learning activities, developing assessments, and preparing instructional resources to support independent student learning.
Instructional Design Approach
Organized course materials into a logical sequence of learning modules, aligned assessments with instructional objectives, and created a consistent online learning environment to help students navigate course content.
Tools & Technologies
Learning Management Systems (LMS), digital instructional materials, online quizzes, and assessments.
Institutions: University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) and Nevada State University
Project Type: Digital Learning Development, Curriculum Design & Assessment
Project Overview
Developed and organized instructional materials, digital learning resources, and assessments for undergraduate Human Anatomy & Physiology courses. The work involved translating complex anatomical and physiological concepts into structured learning experiences that support student comprehension and knowledge application.
My Role
Created and adapted instructional presentations, organized digital course materials, developed quizzes and examinations, and designed laboratory assessments aligned with course learning objectives.
Instructional Design Approach
Used learning objectives to guide content organization and assessment development. Structured scientific information into manageable topics, incorporated visual learning resources, and developed assessments that evaluate both foundational knowledge and application of anatomical and physiological concepts.
Tools & Technologies
Canvas LMS, Pearson Mastering A&P, McGraw Hill Connect, digital presentations, online assessments, and laboratory practical examinations.
I'm interested in opportunities to design engaging, accessible, and effective digital learning experiences.
With a Ph.D. in Kinesiology and experience developing university-level online courses, instructional materials, and assessments, I bring a combination of subject matter expertise, teaching experience, and learner-centered instructional design.
I'm especially interested in opportunities in learning experience design, instructional design, online education, and workforce development.
Email: joel.correa@unlv.edu
I welcome opportunities to collaborate, discuss instructional design projects, and contribute to innovative learning teams.