My name is Katie Friedl, and I am a dedicated educator with 16 years of experience in the field of teaching. Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to earn a master's degree in education and have taken on various leadership roles such as teacher mentor and lead teacher. These opportunities have allowed me to continuously grow and refine my instructional practices, as well as support and guide fellow educators along their own professional journeys. As I embark on a new chapter in my career, I am thrilled to embrace the world of instructional design. This exciting field offers a chance to channel my passion for education into creating engaging and effective learning experiences that have the potential to impact not only my own students but also learners around the globe. With a unique blend of practical teaching experience and a commitment to lifelong learning, I am eager to explore the possibilities and challenges that await me on this instructional design journey.