Building a Learning Experience Environment
Overview
I designed and built this instructional design portfolio as a fully functional learning ecosystem within Moodle.
The goal was to demonstrate end-to-end learning design capability — from strategy and user experience to technical implementation and analytics — in a live environment rather than a static website.
The Challenge
Most instructional design portfolios are polished but static. I built mine to model the dynamic, learner-centered ecosystems I design for clients, data-informed, adaptable, and built for exploration.
Moodle provided the perfect foundation: an open, modular platform mirroring real-world enterprise learning environments.
Implementation & Technical Setup
Bringing the learning ecosystem to life — securely and efficiently.
Amazon EC2 Setup
Moodle Install
SSL Setup
Platform Tuning
Reflections & Future Thinking
This project offered valuable insights into designing and implementing a robust learning platform. Working through the technical setup, customization, and optimization phases highlighted the importance of balancing functionality, user experience, and scalability.
Key Learnings
- Planning for Complexity: Breaking the implementation into clear, step-by-step stages made managing technical and design tasks much more manageable.
- Design & UX Considerations: Even small visual and layout choices can significantly affect how learners navigate and interact with content.
- Iterative Problem-Solving: Customizing the Moodle platform reinforced the need for iterative testing, especially when integrating themes, plugins, and layout options.
- Technical Flexibility: Hosting, SSL configuration, and platform tuning emphasized the value of adaptable, secure, and scalable technical solutions.
Future Exploration
- Enhancing personalization and learner engagement through interactive modules or adaptive pathways.
- Experimenting with advanced analytics to better understand learner behavior and optimize course design.
- Continuing to refine instructional strategies alongside technical implementation for a seamless learning experience.