About Andrea

Andrea Guthridge is an Educator, Faciliatory, Accessibility Expert, Content Creator, Instructional Designer and User Experience Designer with a wide variety of experiences that shape her approach to creating learning experiences.

In her previous roles she has worked at the University of North Dakota's School of Medicine & Health Sciences with the Undergraduate demonstrated history of curriculum development, research at an R1 Institute, and Faculty Development. She has previously worked with Nursing and Professional Disciplines & the School of Engineering and Mines at the Teaching Transformation and Development Academy (TTaDA). She creates meaningful content and helps faculty to use the best pedagogical and andragogical practices to meet the needs of all learners. She is skilled in Blackboard, Articulate Storyline & Rise, Captivate, E-learning, Instructional Design, and Curriculum Development. 

As a member of the education community, Andrea has worked hard to craft quality and effective learning experiences in the classroom, teaching academies, faculty help sessions, and provides instructional support for faculty and students. She has a master’s degree focused in Curriculum and Instruction from Concordia University.

Andrea previously has taught in the K-12 classroom, within higher education for graduate students, & is certified to teach K-14. She holds teaching licenses in Texas, Nebraska, and North Dakota. Her interests include: learning analytics, graphic and visual design, engagement strategies, grading practices, alternative assessment strategies, digital body language, creating accessible materials for all learners, and using Universal Design principles.

Andrea resides in Grand Forks, ND with her husband, three sons, and their dog- Roger Wilco.  She is an avid reader, runner, cyclist, painter, and participates in a monthly bake-off challenge.