Hello!  I’m Makenna Connolly, an innovative instructional designer with experience (so far!) in higher education, sales, and the automotive industry.  My expertise in educational psychology, otherwise known as learning science, offers a holistic approach to instructional design. From principles involving cognitive processing and memory to confidence and motivation to social relationships and the physical environment, I can start with a blank slate to create any experience that facilitates learning.

Along with applying modern learning science, I take great care in making my learning experiences accessible to all learners.  My brother, who is on the autism spectrum, inspires this dedication, especially since I grew up watching my mom get creative to support his education and lifelong success.

You can find my own creativity throughout my portfolio as well as my technical skills, scientific knowledge, and passion for the L&D field.  Take some time to explore my previous projects, and feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn 😊