Designing Learning Through Science, Storytelling & Data 

Introduction to Chemistry Lab Safety (Articulate Storyline 360)

Developed using Articulate Storyline 360, this interactive lab safety module applies learner-centered instructional design principles to introduce foundational chemistry laboratory safety practices through guided exploration and scenario-based learning. Rather than functioning as a comprehensive safety certification, the experience is intentionally designed as a sample demo, allowing learners to engage with authentic lab contexts while demonstrating key instructional design and interaction strategies.

Grounded in ADDIE-informed analysis and design, the module emphasizes hazard recognition, risk awareness, and safe decision-making using the RAMP safety framework (Recognize, Assess, Minimize, Prepare). Instructional choices such as a 360° guided lab tour, progressive disclosure, knowledge checks, and a final graded assessment are used to manage cognitive load, reinforce learning, and support accessibility-conscious design.

This experience is aimed at secondary and introductory postsecondary STEM learners, as well as hiring managers, instructional design teams, and academic or EdTech stakeholders seeking evidence of applied design skills. By integrating STEM domain expertise with learner-centered design, assessment strategy, and interactive development, the project demonstrates how scientific training, teaching experience, and instructional design practice intersect in my work as a Science SME and aspiring Associate Instructional Designer.

Read the full design case and instructional design rationale on Medium: How I Designed a Learner-Centered Chemistry Lab Safety Training Using Storyline 360 | by Dr Malabika Sarker | Jan, 2026 | Medium 

Using the CDC Adult BMI Calculator (Articulate Storyline 360) 

Developed in Articulate Storyline 360, this interactive software simulation demonstrates learner-centered design through View, Try, and Test modes, guiding users from BMI category context to hands-on use of the CDC Adult BMI Calculator. Designed as a focused portfolio demo, the experience emphasizes authentic web navigation, progressive disclosure, guided practice, and assessment-based feedback while maintaining accessibility and usability best practices. The project showcases applied skills in software simulation design, interaction logic, instructional scaffolding, and usability-focused digital learning development.

Molecule Match: Biomolecules Memory Game (Articulate Storyline 360) 

Molecule Match is an interactive learning game built in Articulate Storyline 360 where learners match molecular structures with their correct names through visual exploration and instant feedback. Designed for STEM education and microlearning, the activity reinforces biomolecule recognition, supports active recall, and uses game-based mechanics to make abstract concepts engaging and memorable. 

Ethical or not? Responsible AI Micro-Challenge (Articulate Storyline 360) 

A one-slide micro-challenge built in Articulate Storyline 360 that asks learners to evaluate real-world AI use scenarios against established Responsible AI standards. The activity is standards-based, not opinion-based, and emphasizes ethical decision-making through interactive drag-and-drop assessment.

Designed for educators, learners, and instructional design stakeholders, the demo showcases concise microlearning design, scoring logic, and learner-centered interaction aligned with guidance from UNESCO and NIST.

Ice Cream Time: Choose Your Favorite! (Articulate Storyline 360) 

A short, interactive learning experience built in Articulate Storyline 360 that invites young learners to explore different types of ice cream through a visual menu and a lively ice cream shop. Designed for children and families, the project emphasizes learning through play, encouraging choice-making and exploration through bright visuals, guided hints, simple interactions, and optional audio while keeping navigation intuitive and cognitive load low. 

Interactive Snapshot – Professional Journey & Design Focus (Genially)

Developed using Genially, this interactive snapshot applies learner-centered instructional design principles to present a concise, non-linear overview of my professional journey across scientific research, STEM education, and instructional design. Rather than functioning as a traditional résumé, the experience is intentionally designed as a self-guided exploration, allowing viewers to control depth and sequence based on their interests.

Grounded in ADDIE-informed analysis and design, the snapshot emphasizes clarity, relevance, and cognitive efficiency, using visual hierarchy, progressive disclosure, and interactive layers to reduce cognitive load while supporting meaningful engagement. Principles from adult learning theory (andragogy) and UX design guide the structure, ensuring that information is contextual, purposeful, and immediately interpretable.

This experience is aimed at hiring managers, instructional design teams, and academic or EdTech stakeholders seeking a quick yet thoughtful understanding of my background, design thinking, and applied skills. By integrating global context, role evolution, and representative work artifacts, the snapshot demonstrates how research rigor, teaching practice, and instructional design converge in my current work as a Science SME and aspiring Associate Instructional Designer.

Instructional Design Spotlight – Comparing Two Quantities with a Bar Graph (Powtoon)

This animated Powtoon micro-lesson uses visual storytelling and microlearning strategies to help elementary and middle school students compare quantities with a bar graph. Fun cartoon characters, smooth animations, and kid-friendly icons keep learners engaged, while narration and simple modeling follow Mayer’s Multimedia Learning Principles to strengthen understanding. A quick check-for-understanding at the end builds confidence as students practice identifying “more” and “fewer.” Designed to align with NGSS data-analysis skills, this short lesson makes math meaningful, visual, and fun.

Instructional Design Spotlight – The Psychology of Smoking (Power Point)

This 60-minute WBT was designed using the ADDIE framework, with a structured storyboard guiding visual, narrative, and interactive elements. Learning outcomes were aligned to Bloom’s Taxonomy (Apply–Evaluate levels), ensuring learners not only recall health risks but also evaluate social triggers and make informed decisions. ARCS motivation strategies drove engagement—attention-grabbing visuals and testimonials, relatable scenarios for relevance, scaffolded reflections for confidence, and credible evidence-based examples for satisfaction. Course sequencing reflected key steps from Gagné’s Instructional Events, including activation of prior knowledge, guided learning with storytelling, and interactive assessments with immediate feedback. Delivered via narrated PowerPoint WBT, the instructional approach empowers recent graduates to critically analyze smoking influences and build refusal skills in real-world contexts.

📢 The course is fully narrated in PowerPoint, and while preview slides can be viewed via Google Slides, learners are encouraged to download the PowerPoint file to experience the complete audio-visual components and interactive features. This approach equips recent graduates to critically examine smoking influences and strengthen refusal skills in real-life situations. 

Instructional Design Spotlight – My ID Journey with AI Avatars (HeyGen)

This HeyGen-powered storytelling video brings my instructional design journey to life through a realistic AI avatar, engaging narration, and visually paced scene transitions. Designed to model effective multimedia learning principles, the avatar acts as a personable guide—enhancing social presence, cognitive engagement, and accessibility for diverse audiences. By pairing concise, story-driven messaging with professional branding, the video showcases how I apply the ADDIE framework to transform complex educational experiences into clear, motivating learning solutions. This project highlights my evolving expertise with artificial intelligence tools in L&D, demonstrating innovation, creativity, and learner-centered communication in digital environments.

Instructional Design Spotlight – Little Chefs Around the World (Canva)

This multimedia Canva project supports audio-visual learning styles through animations, smooth transitions, background music, and AI-narrated guidance. Culturally relevant graphics and child-friendly icons scaffold each no-cook recipe, helping young learners follow steps confidently and independently. Grounded in motivational pedagogy (ARCS) and visual chunking, the design keeps learners engaged while promoting creativity, cultural awareness, and hands-on skill development.

🔗 View in Canva:
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