I’m Amy Bell, a Senior Instructional Designer specializing in curriculum development and online learning.

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I’m Amy Bell, a Senior Instructional Designer specializing in curriculum development and online learning. I leverage ADDIE, UDL, and TILT to design engaging, accessible learning experiences that work across online, hybrid, and on-campus environments.

Over 20 years of experience, I’ve led cross‑department curriculum redesigns at Dallas College and Texas Woman’s University, delivering measurable outcomes such as a 40% boost in student engagement and a 15% rise in course enrollment, while advancing equity and continuous improvement in digital education.

  • 24 years' experience
  • Joined July 2025

Industry experience

  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience· 17 roles

Workshop Facilitator - Safe Zone Training · Dallas CollegeJan 2021 – Nov 2025 · 4 yrs 11 mos

Designed and facilitated professional programming on LGBTQ+ inclusion and cultural competency, managing budgeting and reaching 400+ employees and increasing participant-reported understanding by 90%. Produced multimedia training content to support digital accessibility and engagement, contributing to a 10% increase in faculty development participation.

Consultant - Instructional Design & Professional Development · Tarrant County CollegeJan 2021 – Nov 2025 · 4 yrs 11 mos

Designed and produced a multimedia professional development series on instructional design best practices, increasing faculty participation by 40% and satisfaction ratings by 25%. Developed 4+ modular learning resources utilizing Universal Design for Learning (UDL), Transparent Design (TILT), and culturally responsive pedagogy to enhance faculty effectiveness and learner engagement.

Consultant - Instructional Design & Professional Development · Tarrant County CollegeJan 2021 – Dec 2021 · 1 yr

Designed and produced a multimedia professional development series on instructional design best practices, increasing faculty participation by 40% and satisfaction ratings by 25%. Developed modular learning resources using Universal Design for Learning (UDL), Transparent Design (TILT), and culturally responsive pedagogy to enhance faculty effectiveness and learner engagement.

Workshop Facilitator - Get Out: A Community Conversation · Texas Woman's UniversityJan 2019 – Nov 2025 · 6 yrs 11 mos
Professor of History - Core Assessment Lead · Dallas CollegeDec 2018 – Dec 2018 · 1 mo
Workshop Curator - Harvest of Empire: A Community Conversation · Dallas CollegeJan 2018 – Nov 2025 · 7 yrs 11 mos
Professor of History - Curriculum Design Lead · Dallas CollegeJan 2018 – Nov 2025 · 7 yrs 11 mos
Professor of History - Curriculum Design Lead · Dallas CollegeJan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 11 mos

Education· 6

Doctor of Philosophy · Texas Christian University2001 – 2026
Master of Arts · Texas Woman's University1999 – 2001
Bachelor of Arts · Texas Woman's University1992 – 1999
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in History · Texas Christian University2030 – 2025

Certifications and awards

Effective Online Teaching Certificate2021
Applying the Quality Matters Rubric2030 – 2025
Effective Online Teaching Certificate2030 – 2025
Applying the Quality Matters Rubric2030 – 2025

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