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Kristi Jacoby

Online Education Coordinator

College of the Canyons

Transforming how students learn in digital spaces. From curating knowledge as a librarian to architecting the systems that deliver it—building bridges between learners and their goals.

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From Stacks to Systems

Years spent nurturing knowledge gardens as a librarian taught me something profound: access to information isn't enough. What matters is how we structure the journey from question to understanding.

Now, as Online Education Coordinator, I design the digital pathways that connect students with their potential. Every course structure, every accessibility feature, every faculty support session is an opportunity to remove barriers and open doors.

The books became networks. The stacks became clouds. And I became a guide for guides—helping educators translate their expertise into experiences that reach students wherever they are.

Instructional Design LMS Administration Accessibility Faculty Development

Areas of Expertise

Skills developed through years of connecting people with knowledge.

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Course Design & Development

Creating structured, engaging online courses that guide students through complex material with clear learning paths and meaningful assessments.

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LMS Administration

Managing Canvas and other learning management systems to ensure smooth operations, integrations, and optimal user experiences for students and faculty.

Accessibility & Compliance

Ensuring all digital learning materials meet ADA, Section 508, and WCAG standards so every student can access the education they deserve.

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Faculty Support & Training

Empowering instructors with the skills and confidence to create effective online learning experiences through workshops, one-on-one coaching, and documentation.

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Data & Analytics

Using learning analytics to identify at-risk students, improve course design, and make data-informed decisions about educational technology.

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EdTech Integration

Evaluating, implementing, and supporting educational technology tools that enhance learning while maintaining security and privacy standards.

Tools & References

Curated resources for online education professionals.

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Canvas Community

Official Canvas LMS community for guides, discussions, and best practices.

community.canvaslms.com
Quality Matters

Course design standards and rubrics for quality online education.

qualitymatters.org
WCAG Guidelines

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines for inclusive digital content.

w3.org/WAI
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OLC (Online Learning Consortium)

Research, best practices, and professional development for online learning.

onlinelearningconsortium.org
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EDUCAUSE

Higher education technology research, resources, and community.

educause.edu
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COC Online Learning

College of the Canyons online learning resources and support.

canyons.edu

Kristi Jacoby

Online Education Coordinator

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Whether you're looking to improve online course design, need help with Canvas, or want to discuss accessibility—I'd love to hear from you.