Mahendra S.

I am a Learning Strategist and Instructional Designer with 10+ years of experience designing, migrating, and optimizing high-impact digital and blended learning solutions for global organizations across the US, UK, India, and Europe. With a Ph.D. in eLearning Systems, I specialize in learning strategy, performance-focused curricula, AI-enhanced content development, and scalable training architectures for corporate, EdTech, and enterprise environments. I have led L&D strategy, end-to-end instructional design, and LMS-driven learning ecosystems supporting 350,000+ learners, working across diverse platforms and enterprise toolsets. My work combines evidence-based learning science, modern instructional design, and AI-powered content workflows to deliver training that is instructionally sound, accessible, audit-ready, and aligned with measurable business and compliance outcomes. In addition to building new learning programs, I frequently support course migration and platform transitions, helping organizations move training content between LMSs and enterprise environments while preserving instructional intent, assessment integrity, learner experience, and reporting requirements. Learning Strategy & Consulting: 1. Lead discovery sessions to clarify business goals, learner personas, performance gaps, and compliance considerations 2. Design learning pathways, program architectures, and scalable training frameworks 3. Translate business, operational, and regulatory requirements into structured learning solutions 4. Advise on blended learning, microlearning, competency frameworks, and ROI-driven learning models 5. Support learning program redesigns to fit platform constraints, enterprise tools, and accessibility needs 6. Integrate AI tools to accelerate content creation, scenario design, and adaptive learning experiences Instructional Design & Interactive Learning Content Development: 1. Storyboards • eLearning • Microlearning • ILT/VILT kits • Assessments 2. Designs grounded in ADDIE, Bloom’s Taxonomy, Kirkpatrick, Merrill’s Principles, and Mastery Learning 3. Build polished digital learning modules using Storyline 360, Rise 360, and Adobe Captivate 4. Develop branching scenarios, simulations, and assessment logic to validate learner competency 5. Create scripts, interaction flows, and measurable learning outcomes 6. Apply visual, interaction, and accessibility best practices to support diverse and non-native learners Compliance-Aligned & Regulated Training Support 1. Design training programs with clear objectives, assessments, and evidence tracking suitable for audit and accreditation environments 2. Align learning outcomes and evaluation strategies with external compliance and policy-driven requirements 3. Support documentation, version control, and learner progress reporting for regulated organizations 4. Ensure clarity, consistency, and accessibility across training materials for global audiences AI, LMS & Learning Technology 1. Develop AI-supported training content using ChatGPT, Claude, and other generative tools 2. Manage and scale LMS environments across multiple platforms, supporting global learner populations 3. Support LMS migrations and course restructuring initiatives to new or non-LMS enterprise platforms 4. Configure learning workflows using enterprise tools such as SharePoint-based delivery, forms, and content repositories 5. Customize LMS experiences, automate workflows, and integrate analytics dashboards 6. Build lightweight web-based learning components using HTML/CSS when required Collaboration & Project Leadership: 1. Work closely with SMEs, compliance teams, designers, multimedia developers, and engineers 2. Lead cross-functional development teams and manage timelines, deliverables, and quality standards 3. Maintain strong client-facing communication across global time zones 4. Deliver end-to-end learning products from concept, migration, and redesign through deployment Cybersecurity & Security Awareness Training: Designed enterprise cybersecurity awareness and certification-aligned training focused on endpoint security, vulnerability management, and human risk reduction. Created beginner-friendly content on phishing, credential misuse, malware awareness, and secure user decision-making. Translated technical threats into plain-language guidance and built scenario-based exercises and decision drills to drive behavior change, in collaboration with security SMEs. Tools & Platforms: Storyline 360, Rise 360, Adobe Captivate, Thinkific, Moodle, Microsoft enterprise tools (SharePoint-based learning workflows), Canva, Illustrator, Photoshop, Camtasia, ScreenFlow, HTML/CSS, Asana, Trello, AI-powered content tools I bring a combination of strategic consulting, hands-on instructional design, enterprise learning technology expertise, and AI-driven innovation—helping organizations build scalable, compliant, and engaging learning experiences that support performance, accountability, and growth.