About
With 20+ years’ experience in higher education working in online learning systems and programs, my journey began as a student web developer, also known as the Techrangers, at the University of Central Florida. This experience opened my eyes to the many barriers our students face when taking courses. It propelled me to learn how to design quality courses and work with faculty as an instructional designer. Gaining my Master of Art in instructional technology, I focused on instructional systems. Eventually, I would work with both public and private colleges and universities, large and small as a senior instructional designer before coming to Gillings.
Key Publications
Universal Design for Learning in today’s diverse educational environments. Bastedo, Kathleen, and Jessica Vargas. (2014). Assistive Technology Research, Practice, and Theory.
Assistive technology and distance learning: Making content accessible. Bastedo, Kathleen, and Jessica Vargas. (2014). Curriculum Design and Classroom Management: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools, and Applications.
Staff/Administrative Duties
I work with the Educational Technology team to support our faculty and students with teaching and learning with digital technologies.Education
- MA, Instructional Systems focusing on Instructional Technology, University of Central Florida, 2009
- BA, History, University of Central Florida, 2006
