Debra Mascott

Experience

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  Fidelity Investments

  Jan 1987 - Jan 1991

  Information Systems Analyst

  Developed a database model to determine operational and systems efficiency gathered by conducting focus groups and analyzing questionnaires

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  PC Education & Consulting Group

  Jan 1991 - Jan 1993

  PC Trainer

  Conducted computer software application classes on PC platforms to both public and corporate classes and developed and wrote documentation

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  Newbury College

  Jan 1992 - Jan 1994

  Adjunct Instructor, PC Instructor

  Instructor at Newbury College

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  Fleet Financial Group

  Jan 1993 - Jan 1995

  PC Training Specialist/Officer

  Recoll Management was a large special asset management company with $7.6 billion under management. Assessed and delivered training programs to 850 employeesEstablished and maintained the training function to reflect corporate goals and objectives and competenciesIdentified CBT (computer based training), multimedia and video; Taught college courses: Introduction to Computers, WordPerfect, Lotus 1-2-3 and created and organized lesson plans, class exercises, write and grade exams and projects. Show less

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  Metrowest Medical Center

  Jul 1995 - Apr 2009

  IT Instructor/Trainer/Web Designer

  a multi-campus hospital with 5,000 employees. Information Technology team member specializing in PC applications and web designer/developer of intranet/internet websites. Training* Designed, developed, implemented and facilitated PC application training. Built curriculum and documentation based on needs analysis of all levels - beginner to advanced level.* Managed entire training cycle: needs analysis, design/development, delivery and evaluation (ADDIE).* Designed and developed online classes utilizing current webinar technology for remote training. Worked across departments to develop position-specific/appropriate courses.* Created just-in-time classes for customized demand and eLearning modules (HealthStream, Contribute and Survey Monkey to build competency surveys).* Generated email blasts of monthly Tips of the Month to improve productivity.* Designed and developed an MS Access registration database to register and report on training including rosters, summaries, transcripts and graphs and charts to schedule and communicate offerings.* Trained an average of 600 students per year; Web Design* Designed and developed of the intranet webpage for employees * Proficient skills in writing HTML code and also use of FrontPage along with graphic applications, Paint Shop Pro and ability to modify java script* Proficient in Content Management System (CMS) for internet hospital webpages* Managed relationship with web developer contractor * Managed content, articles, photo galleries, and forms and announcements* Analyzed web traffic via Google Analytics and created forms to generate reports * Improved search engine responses with meta tags on website Show less

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  A Suitable Image

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2009

  Database designer/web designer
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  DMascott Training & Consulting Group

  Apr 2009 - now

  Instructional Design Consultant, eLearning Developer, Trainer

  Executive Office of Health & Human Services (EOHHS) - MassachusettsInstructional Designer, Technical Trainer, eLearning DeveloperApril - June 2014Designed and developed customized courses based on the impending ICD-10 implementation for MassHealth. Worked in a team to provide both instruction-led and online learning courses covering the impact of ICD-10. Created online courses using Lectora including interactivities and quizzes and assessments.Libman EducationInstructional Designer, eLearning DeveloperAugust 2013 - February 2014For the ICD-10 Medical Coding implementation, designed and developed eLearning course for Post Acute Care modules using Lectora 11. Work with Subject Matter Expert to design content, interactivities and assessments. * Overview * ICD-10 Guidelines * Chapter-Specific codes * Scenarios based on Home Care, Hospice and Long Term Care Developed online SCORM compliant courses using Lectora. Built interactive activities, quizzes.Illumina-InteractiveInstructional Designer, eLearning developerMay 2012 – January 2013 Dedham, MADesigned and developed eLearning courses for a wide spectrum of clients including healthcare, insurance, pharmaceutical industries. Produce Adobe Captivate and Articulate Presenter software simulation exercises, animation, audio synchronization and image enhancement for storyboards.Family CliniceLearning Developer2011-2013Consultant to develop recurring projects including onboarding orientation, HIPAA fundamentals and Meaningful Use. Created self-paced tutorials to provide ongoing training for employees. Show less

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  Natick Council of Aging - Wisdom Works Program

  Jan 2010 - Apr 2010

  Volunteer Trainer

  Natick Council of Aging is one of five Massachusetts towns awarded the Wisdom Works program developed by Keystone Associates. The program's mission to train men and women over 50 in career development. Wisdom Works includes training on goal setting, resume writing, networking, interviewing and new social media (LinkedIn, Monster job boards etc.). The program is facilitated by volunteers with experience in HR recruiting or training.

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  ADAPT

  Jun 2010 - May 2014

  Board Member, Membership and Marketing

  Board Member. The Association for the Development, Advancement & Productivity through Technology Training is a non-profit organization providing training professionals with a forum to exchange ideas and expand industry knowledge. http://www.adapttrain.org/

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  Illumina-Interactive

  May 2012 - Jan 2013

  Instructional Designer / eLearning

  Designed and developed eLearning courses for a wide spectrum of clients including healthcare, insurance, pharmaceutical industries. Produce Adobe Captivate and Articulate Presenter software simulation exercises, animation, audio synchronization and image enhancement for storyboards.

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  Libman Education

  Jul 2013 - Feb 2014

  ELearning Production/Developer

  For the ICD-10 Medical Coding implementation, designed and developed eLearning course for Post Acute Care modules using Lectora 11. Work with Subject Matter Expert to design content, interactivities and assessments. * Overview * ICD-10 Guidelines * Chapter-Specific codes * Scenarios based on Home Care, Hospice and Long Term CareDeveloped online SCORM compliant courses using Lectora. Built interactive activities, quizzes.

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  Research Rockstar

  Oct 2014 - Jul 2016

  Director of eLearning Curriculum

  Design and develop customized eLearning courses pertaining to Market Research instruction and training. 100% of students who participated in the virtual and online courses successfully completed the program. Author of the following articles:Recipe for eLearning: A Letter from Research Rockstar’s Director of eLearning Curriculumby Debra Mascott | on Nov 17, 2014 http://researchrockstar.com/recipe-for-elearning-a-letter-from-research-rockstars-director-of-elearning-curriculum/High Heels & eLearning Lessonsby Debra Mascott | on Jan 20, 2015 http://researchrockstar.com/high-heels-elearning-lessons/MicroLearning and Dining Room Chairshttp://researchrockstar.com/microlearning-and-dining-room-chairs/by Debra Mascott | on Mar 10, 2015Why New Employee Training Plan is Importantby Debra Mascott | on Mar 24, 2015http://researchrockstar.com/why-new-employee-training-plan-is-important/How Can Market Research Managers Keep their Employees Motivated?by Debra Mascott | on April 17, 2015http://researchrockstar.com/how-can-market-research-managers-keep-their-employees-motivated/Sweet Tooth: Donuts and Lollipops Sweeten Market Research Reportsby Debra Mascott | on Jun 15, 2015http://researchrockstar.com/sweet-tooth-donuts-and-lollipops-sweeten-market-research-reports/Cleaning the Clutter or How to Clean Your Market Research Reportsby Debra Mascott | on September 2015http://www.researchrockstar.com/cleaning-the-clutter-for-market-research-impact/ Show less

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  Libman Education

  Sept 2017 - Jul 2018

  ELearning designer and developer

  Designed and developed online training for the training company, Libman Education which provides in-depth content on all facets of medical coding including PCS, HCPCS, ICD-10, CPT etc. The goal is to design the complex content in a clear, visual, and engaging manner while providing the learner access to the complexities of medical coding. Development included the use of multimedia assets, visuals, interactive activities and assessments.

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  Bentley University

  Oct 2017 - Feb 2025

  Senior Instructional Designer