Nicki Black
E-Learning Designer & Project Manager at Union Institute & University- Claim this Profile
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Tony Sizemore
Nicki is very diligent in keeping all tasks and prejectss assigned to her moving forward. She is able to work effectively with a broad range of functions and people effectively.
Danielle Fuller, GCDF
Nicki oversaw several projects and spearheaded some significant changes within the Safety Department. She put in long hours and was eager to assist other departments as needed. She is very computer savvy and assisted me with computer application numerous times. She has a contagious smile and seems to handle all tasks with enthusiasm. She is professional, hardworking and a pleasure to be around.
Tony Sizemore
Nicki is very diligent in keeping all tasks and prejectss assigned to her moving forward. She is able to work effectively with a broad range of functions and people effectively.
Danielle Fuller, GCDF
Nicki oversaw several projects and spearheaded some significant changes within the Safety Department. She put in long hours and was eager to assist other departments as needed. She is very computer savvy and assisted me with computer application numerous times. She has a contagious smile and seems to handle all tasks with enthusiasm. She is professional, hardworking and a pleasure to be around.
Tony Sizemore
Nicki is very diligent in keeping all tasks and prejectss assigned to her moving forward. She is able to work effectively with a broad range of functions and people effectively.
Danielle Fuller, GCDF
Nicki oversaw several projects and spearheaded some significant changes within the Safety Department. She put in long hours and was eager to assist other departments as needed. She is very computer savvy and assisted me with computer application numerous times. She has a contagious smile and seems to handle all tasks with enthusiasm. She is professional, hardworking and a pleasure to be around.
Tony Sizemore
Nicki is very diligent in keeping all tasks and prejectss assigned to her moving forward. She is able to work effectively with a broad range of functions and people effectively.
Danielle Fuller, GCDF
Nicki oversaw several projects and spearheaded some significant changes within the Safety Department. She put in long hours and was eager to assist other departments as needed. She is very computer savvy and assisted me with computer application numerous times. She has a contagious smile and seems to handle all tasks with enthusiasm. She is professional, hardworking and a pleasure to be around.
Credentials
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ECTO 001: Teaching the 21st Century Learner
Union Institute & UniversityJul, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Peer Reviewer Course
QM Quality MattersNov, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Adobe Certified Professional – Adobe Captivate
AdobeDec, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Advanced Online Course Design
The Learning House -
Advanced Online Instruction
The Learning House
Experience
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Union Institute & University
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United States
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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E-Learning Designer & Project Manager
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Oct 2017 - Present
Provide instructional design and technology assistance and training for faculty on course design and D2L features. Design over 50 courses each term. Lead academic assessment including internal review for quality and consistent curriculum design. Collaborate with Program Chairs and Directors to enhance curriculum design by providing expertise on best practices, analytic review of content and design to ensure alignment with Catalog and Master Syllabus. Coordinate projects for multi-faceted… Show more Provide instructional design and technology assistance and training for faculty on course design and D2L features. Design over 50 courses each term. Lead academic assessment including internal review for quality and consistent curriculum design. Collaborate with Program Chairs and Directors to enhance curriculum design by providing expertise on best practices, analytic review of content and design to ensure alignment with Catalog and Master Syllabus. Coordinate projects for multi-faceted technology initiatives including integration of student support strategies and training portfolio for faculty development. Integral team member of Higher Learning Commission (HLC) accreditation renewal steering committee. Show less Provide instructional design and technology assistance and training for faculty on course design and D2L features. Design over 50 courses each term. Lead academic assessment including internal review for quality and consistent curriculum design. Collaborate with Program Chairs and Directors to enhance curriculum design by providing expertise on best practices, analytic review of content and design to ensure alignment with Catalog and Master Syllabus. Coordinate projects for multi-faceted… Show more Provide instructional design and technology assistance and training for faculty on course design and D2L features. Design over 50 courses each term. Lead academic assessment including internal review for quality and consistent curriculum design. Collaborate with Program Chairs and Directors to enhance curriculum design by providing expertise on best practices, analytic review of content and design to ensure alignment with Catalog and Master Syllabus. Coordinate projects for multi-faceted technology initiatives including integration of student support strategies and training portfolio for faculty development. Integral team member of Higher Learning Commission (HLC) accreditation renewal steering committee. Show less
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University of Maryland University College
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United States
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Technology, Information and Internet
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Assistant Professor
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Nov 2017 - Present
Utilize pedagogical learner-centered approach with effective teaching practices to actively engage student learning in Undergraduate Business Administration courses utilizing D2L Brightspace LMS. Assess student success with comprehensive grading rubrics and providing substantial constructive feedback. Maintain SME-instructor presence with frequent interaction to aid students in connecting content across academic program and to real world application. Utilize pedagogical learner-centered approach with effective teaching practices to actively engage student learning in Undergraduate Business Administration courses utilizing D2L Brightspace LMS. Assess student success with comprehensive grading rubrics and providing substantial constructive feedback. Maintain SME-instructor presence with frequent interaction to aid students in connecting content across academic program and to real world application.
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Lily Pad Gallery
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United States
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Retail
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Small Business Owner
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Oct 2015 - Dec 2017
Managed daily operations of retail business including $100K in inventory procurement, budget, bookkeeping, advertising, sales and market research. Identified, hired, managed and trained employees and contractors. Ensured customer satisfaction and mutually beneficial relationships with over 70 vendors. Scheduled public and private events generating increased interest in surrounding retail business. Managed daily operations of retail business including $100K in inventory procurement, budget, bookkeeping, advertising, sales and market research. Identified, hired, managed and trained employees and contractors. Ensured customer satisfaction and mutually beneficial relationships with over 70 vendors. Scheduled public and private events generating increased interest in surrounding retail business.
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Beckfield College
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United States
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Adjunct Instructor
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Jul 2011 - Dec 2016
Applied adult learning theory and available technologies to educate and assess non-traditional students in on ground and online courses through interactive learning opportunities in Moodle LMS. Developed curriculum and designed course content to align with mater syllabi. Assessed understanding of topics. Assessed student understanding of topics and maintained open communication lines. Applied adult learning theory and available technologies to educate and assess non-traditional students in on ground and online courses through interactive learning opportunities in Moodle LMS. Developed curriculum and designed course content to align with mater syllabi. Assessed understanding of topics. Assessed student understanding of topics and maintained open communication lines.
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Quality Management Sr. Customer Solutions Specialist
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Oct 2005 - Jan 2015
Root Cause/Corrective Action SME. Analyzed, designed, developed, implemented and evaluated training to aid managers in properly determining and executing effective problem resolution. Analyzed data to identify trends in quality processes and to detect process gaps. Led project for new process resulting in a $700K savings in two years. Recognized for ability to communicate with department leaders and coordinate completion of comprehensive, strategic business plans within stringent deadlines… Show more Root Cause/Corrective Action SME. Analyzed, designed, developed, implemented and evaluated training to aid managers in properly determining and executing effective problem resolution. Analyzed data to identify trends in quality processes and to detect process gaps. Led project for new process resulting in a $700K savings in two years. Recognized for ability to communicate with department leaders and coordinate completion of comprehensive, strategic business plans within stringent deadlines. Reviewed monthly spending, analyzed over-spends and worked with department leaders to construct yearly $3M department budget. Show less Root Cause/Corrective Action SME. Analyzed, designed, developed, implemented and evaluated training to aid managers in properly determining and executing effective problem resolution. Analyzed data to identify trends in quality processes and to detect process gaps. Led project for new process resulting in a $700K savings in two years. Recognized for ability to communicate with department leaders and coordinate completion of comprehensive, strategic business plans within stringent deadlines… Show more Root Cause/Corrective Action SME. Analyzed, designed, developed, implemented and evaluated training to aid managers in properly determining and executing effective problem resolution. Analyzed data to identify trends in quality processes and to detect process gaps. Led project for new process resulting in a $700K savings in two years. Recognized for ability to communicate with department leaders and coordinate completion of comprehensive, strategic business plans within stringent deadlines. Reviewed monthly spending, analyzed over-spends and worked with department leaders to construct yearly $3M department budget. Show less
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Southwestern College
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United States
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Higher Education
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300 - 400 Employee
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Instructor
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Dec 2004 - Jan 2006
Strengthened student resources, guest speakers and student activities to increase student involvement and retention. Prepared syllabi according to program standards. Assisted with accreditation renewal. Instructed Accounting, Payroll, Computer and College/Career Skills classes. Strengthened student resources, guest speakers and student activities to increase student involvement and retention. Prepared syllabi according to program standards. Assisted with accreditation renewal. Instructed Accounting, Payroll, Computer and College/Career Skills classes.
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Training Supervisor
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Sep 2002 - Jan 2004
Conducted needs assessment, coordinated and facilitated multi-site company training including new hire, OSHA, safety and Standard Operating Procedures. Interviewed and tested potential new hire candidates. Managed accurate documentation of training database. Conducted needs assessment, coordinated and facilitated multi-site company training including new hire, OSHA, safety and Standard Operating Procedures. Interviewed and tested potential new hire candidates. Managed accurate documentation of training database.
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ENTEX
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Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Quality Management
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Sep 1993 - Oct 1999
Aided in obtaining and renewing ISO 9000 certification by creating and maintaining documents, performing internal audits, and directing ISO taskforce. Created needs assessment and presented training courses for Quality, Safety and WMS (Warehouse Management System) users. Aided in obtaining and renewing ISO 9000 certification by creating and maintaining documents, performing internal audits, and directing ISO taskforce. Created needs assessment and presented training courses for Quality, Safety and WMS (Warehouse Management System) users.
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Education
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Thomas More College
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
Thomas More College
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) -
Thomas More University
Associate of Arts - A.A., Computer Applications
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