I am an Instructional Designer with over a decade of experience crafting educational experiences that bridge the gap between complex content and engaged learners. I believe technology should never be used without purpose - it must be the most effective tool for the job.
Currently, I am specializing in the intersection of AI and adaptive learning. My focus is on leveraging automation and AI to create purpose-driven and personalized educational experiences that adapt to the learner in real-time.
Whether it's developing custom assistants or creating global eLearning solutions, I specialize in building systems that make education accessible, regardless of locale.
Technology should never be used without purpose — it must be the most effective tool for the job. I build systems that make education accessible, personalized, and real.
— Randy Shear
A sample of recent projects. Explore the full archive on the portfolio page.
County HR soft-skills program in Articulate with DukeDotNet LMS—featured at WITX and the National Conference of ACTE.
Interactive Captivate with branching and a topic menu so beginners can focus where they need help.
Chapter on the history of online and distance education in Online Learning (team publication on Amazon).
"Randy has a rare ability to take complex topics and turn them into learning experiences that people actually enjoy. His work elevated our entire training program."
Whether you have a project in mind, need a consultation, or want to explore how AI can transform your learning programs — I'd love to hear from you.