Katharine “Elizabeth” McDonald, PhD

Curriculum, Assessment, & Learning Leadership

Results-oriented learning and curriculum leader with extensive experience in instructional design, digital learning, distance education at scale, and program quality. Proven track record of applying adult learning theory, human-centered design, and performance-based assessment to create scalable programs that drive measurable learner and workforce outcomes.

Curriculum & Assessment Leadership

• A-enabled skill training and assessment, including simulation-based learning

• Design and evaluation of competency-based and outcomes-aligned curricula

• Development of performance-based assessments that demonstrate learner mastery

• Program-level assessment, evaluation, and continuous improvement using learner data

• Creation of instructional standards, design frameworks, and quality assurance processes

• Alignment of curriculum with accreditation, regulatory, workforce, and institutional priorities

Digital & Continuing Education Strategy

• Leadership of large-scale online and hybrid programs serving diverse adult learners

• Development of scalable operating models for sustainable program delivery

• Expertise in distance education, facilitator development, and learner engagement

• Integration of emerging technologies to enhance learning effectiveness and scalability

Program & Team Leadership

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact learning and curriculum initiatives

• Translate strategic vision into actionable program design, implementation, and evaluation

• Partner with faculty and subject matter experts to design, assess, and continuously improve curriculum

• Ensure curriculum meets accreditation, regulatory, and institutional standards

• Known for independent leadership, sound judgment, and success in fast-paced environments