Hi, I'm Kristin Furdak Smart - Instructional Designer (Sales Mastery) at Google
I'm passionate about transforming complex subjects into engaging, performance-driven learning experiences. I thrive in innovative tech environments, leveraging global experience to integrate technology for impactful training.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Taught internationally across Japan, Thailand, and the US, pioneering blended learning.
Designs learner-centered, performance-based training at Google.
Can help others by sharing expertise in global instructional design trends.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundational Teaching Roles
Began by teaching students in diverse international locations, establishing a global perspective.
✦ Teaching
✦ International
Professional Development Leader
Shifted to training educators, focusing on technology integration and blended learning models.
✦ Professional Development
✦ Technology Integration
✦ Blended Learning
Corporate Learning Design
Moved to large organizations like Discovery Communications and Apple, focusing on learner experience and mobile learning.
✦ eLearning
✦ mLearning
✦ User Experience
Instructional Design at Google
Currently designing innovative, performance-based training solutions in a leading tech environment.
✦ Instructional Design
✦ Performance-Based Training
💪🏻 Superpowers
Global Educator to Tech Innovator
Bridging cultures and technologies for impactful learning.
✦ Taught across international settings (Japan, Thailand, US).
✦ Pioneered blended learning and train-the-trainer models.
✦ Designed engaging mLearning for Apple.
Performance-Driven Learning Architect
Crafting effective training solutions for measurable results.
✦ Focuses on learner-centered, performance-based design.
✦ Develops ILT, virtual ILT, and self-paced online modules.
✦ Ensures training challenges learners for success.
Technology Integration Specialist
Leveraging tech to create dynamic and accessible learning.
✦ Expert in technology integration for classrooms.
✦ Transitioned from eLearning to mLearning.
✦ Applies technology to present lessons engagingly.
I'm excited about
✦ Connecting with peers shaping the future of learning.
✦ Exploring novel approaches to performance-based training.
✦ Discovering collaborative opportunities in EdTech innovation.
I can help with
✦ Share best practices in designing effective virtual training.
✦ Offer insights on integrating technology for adult learners.
✦ Provide perspectives on global instructional design trends.
I would love your help on
✦ Recommendations for emerging learning technologies.
✦ Insights into innovative assessment strategies.
✦ Connections with leaders in global EdTech initiatives.