Author

Dr. Tara Kissel is a Principal Learning Experience Designer at Ellucian with over 15 years of experience across K-12 and higher education. She brings a strategic lens to instructional design, accessibility, and AI integration, helping institutions build programs that are both innovative and inclusive. Tara draws on her background as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and higher ed consultant to support faculty and institutional leaders in designing engaging and effective online learning experiences.

Tara holds a Ph.D. in Learning Technologies from the University of North Texas and is passionate about creating learning environments that are accessible, student-centered, and ready for what's next.