# mtngoatinstructionaldesign.com

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## Homepage

- [Share this:](/content/site-root.html): Welcome to Mountain Goat Instructional Design, LLC! I look forward to learning about your project and discussing how we can work together. Mountain Goat Instructional Design is committed to providing the highest quality creative and effective customized teaching and learning solutions for science education to students and educators and those who support them locally, nationally… (211 words)

## Articles & Blog Posts

- [Mountain Goat Instructional Design Projects](/content/portfolio/index.html): University of Washington Instructional Design and E-Learning Certification Example Articulate Storyline Course - Keeping in Touch: Basic Use of a Common Satellite Communication Device for Backcountry Safety Mountain Goat Instructional Design Projects 2019 Science Summer Institute, August 6-7, 2019, Montana State University, Bozeman MT - Connecting Classrooms to Careers 2018 Science Summer Institute, Bozeman, MT… (484 words)
- [Mountain Goat Instructional Design, LLC](/content/about/index.html): Mountain Goat Instructional Design, LLC is owned and operated by Molly Iversen (Ward), M.S. Science Education. I see my role as a translator--I am confident in my ability to understand high level science, technical or other content and translate it to make it accessible and fun for any audience (e.g. kids, adults, general public). I… (449 words)
- [Partial Client List](/content/client-list/index.html): Partial Client List Curriki Problem Solving Through Computational Thinking for Educators online course Montana Watercourse Water Rights and Historical Beneficial Use online module Water Basics video modules PicoTurbine Sky-Z Hydro Educational Turbine Hydro Energy Module The Project WET Foundation Water Festival Guide Water, Energy and Electricity Activity Booklet Soap and Water Science online module NASA… (284 words)
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What I Do | Mountain Goat Instructional Design	](/content/what-i-do/index.html): I create customized teaching and learning solutions. With a diverse skill set, can-do attitude and the drive to meet a challenge, I'm excited to discuss any project idea! I'm open to any subject matter and audience (K-12, adult, general, etc.). The bulk of my background is in science, but I can help create educational experiences… (214 words)
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Classes / Events / Programs | Mountain Goat Instructional Design	](/content/what-i-do/classes/index.html): I have experience designing, organizing and implementing a variety of events and programs such as: Classes Family days Festivals Tours Workshops Trainings (Professional Development) Conferences I'm happy to work with you to customize an event or program. Or, you can choose one of my existing classes listed below. The Art of Science (and the Science… (317 words)
- [Example Camtasia Screencast - YouTube](/content/2015/09/09/a-screencast-about-screencasts/index.html): When I tell people I make screencasts as part of my job they sometimes look at me blankly...or nod and smile. Uh oh. I want people to be aware of what the services and capabilities that Mountain Goat Instructional Design offers actually are, so today I created a short screencast about some of the things that… (221 words)
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Science Content | Mountain Goat Instructional Design	](/content/what-i-do/science-content/index.html): My expertise is in Earth Science and I’m very comfortable working in Environmental Science and Biology. I will consider projects relating to any science subject matter, especially for K-12. Some topics I have worked with through Mountain Goat Instructional Design and previous employment include: Physical, Life, Earth and Space and Engineering Design through the NGSS… (187 words)
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Resources | Mountain Goat Instructional Design	](/content/resources/index.html): In my work I come across many great science education resources for teachers and students including lesson plans, activities, curriculum, websites, video and more. This page is a clearinghouse for links to these resources which I add as I find them. Organized loosely by topic, please keep in mind there is a lot of crossover.… (257 words)
- [Art and Science of Clay](/content/2015/09/24/the-art-and-science-of-clay-an-upcoming-program-for-local-girl-scouts.html): Art and Science of Clay (131 words)
- [Comments from Montana K-12 Teachers](/content/testimonials/index.html): Comments from Montana K-12 teachers at Summer 2015 Southwest Montana Ed Institute Outdoor Classroom presentations: "Fantastic day outside--unique ideas that I can take back and teach cheaply today! So versatile to different age groups--interesting outdoor natural environment classroom opportunities! ;)" "Loved your demeanor and helpful attitude!" "This workshop was engaging and I left with ideas and… (221 words)
- [NGSS Alignment Projects](/content/what-i-do/next-generation-science-standard-ngss-alignment-projects.html): NGSS alignment projects I have completed include: aligning existing curriculum with NGSS developing new activities and curriculum tied to NGSS standards alignment of NGSS with state science standards creating easy-to-read and understand NGSS alignment presentation In addition to the NGSS, I'm also well-versed in the NGSS based Montana Science Content Standards. I'm also interested in:… (171 words)
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Outdoor Science Education | Mountain Goat Instructional Design	](/content/what-i-do/outdoor-science-education/index.html): I originally worked for the Montana Outdoor Science School (MOSS) for four summer seasons as a Lead Instructor, and Watershed Festival Coordinator while finishing college. I returned to MOSS in 2020 as the Education Director where I spent over four years responsible for all MOSS school year programs. My outdoor science education experience was expanded further… (151 words)
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Exhibit/Display Projects | Mountain Goat Instructional Design	](/content/what-i-do/exhibitdisplay-projects/index.html): I have six years of experience working for the Museum of the Rockies where I participated in exhibit design and interpretation. Since then, I have been assisting to develop and promote a travelling exhibit with a colleague. I have consulted on exhibit design and layout, written exhibit scripts and designed and maintained interactive features. I'm… (144 words)
- [Customized Online Science Education](/content/what-i-do/science-education-onlineinstructional-design/index.html): I offer customized online Science Education content and presentation, such as: videos screencasts interactive modules websites apps webinars online training I can work with you to create customized media combining images, video, audio, illustration and interaction to tell your story. I love to be involved from the inception—brainstorming, storyboarding, scriptwriting, image/video acquisition, etc. I am… (168 words)
- [Conferences I’ve attended recently:](/content/what-i-do/conferences/index.html): I try to regularly attend several major science education-related conferences annually for my own professional development and also for networking. I am happy to work with companies and organizations to assist with exhibit hall support, product demonstration, workshops or professional development sessions to offset my travel expenses. Conferences I've attended recently: National Science Teachers Association (NSTA, 2014/2015) International… (156 words)
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Grant Education and Outreach Projects | Mountain Goat Instructional Design	](/content/what-i-do/grant-education-and-outreach-projects/index.html): I have worked on many grant funded projects and have been involved in writing grants for federal funding (such as through the National Science Foundation--NSF) and other funders (foundations, state, etc.). I can help create a plan, draft text and provide letters of support for grant submission, as well as implement education and outreach for… (141 words)
- [STEM Curriculum Development Projects](/content/what-i-do/curriculum-development-projects/index.html): STEM curriculum development projects I have completed include: writing inquiry-based customized activities, lessons and units to accompany science products (e.g. microscopes, models) standalone customized curriculum (e.g. publications, online) about a science topic traveling teaching trunks containing curriculum and materials developing and implementing customized science classes for students of all ages for audiences/venues such as homeschoolers, libraries, science… (130 words)
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MT’s 1st Annual Science Summer Institute | Mountain Goat Instructional Design	](/content/2018/06/12/mts-1st-annual-science-summer-institute/index.html): On August 13-14th, 2018, Mountain Goat Instructional Design, LLC, along with Southwest Montana School Services host the 1st Annual Science Summer Institute in Bozeman, MT. This event, titled Making Science Meaningful supports K-12 teachers in their implementation of three-dimensional science standards based on the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). (236 words)
- [Professional development sessions I have offered recently include:](/content/what-i-do/professional-development/index.html): I offer professional development for teachers at any level, from national conferences to individual schools, about science and outdoor education topics of your choosing. Professional development sessions I have offered recently include: Outdoor Classroom to K-12 teachers at a regional Summer Institute Outdoor Classroom for preschool teachers at a state conference Other topics for which I can provide… (177 words)
- [Thank you for your response. ✨](/content/contact/index.html): Mountain Goat Instructional Design, LLC Bozeman, MT USA molly@mtngoatinstructionaldesign.com Please use the contact form below to contact me via email. (93 words)
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Publications | Mountain Goat Instructional Design	](/content/what-i-do/publications/index.html): I have experience working as a Project Manager, content writer (while employed for four years at the Project WET (Water Education for Teachers) Foundation) and consultant on various digital and paper publications including: activities lessons units curriculum Children's activity books Student booklets Educator guides Website content Downloadable PDFs Scientific papers Reports Technical manuals (108 words)
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Evaluation of Educational Programs | Mountain Goat Instructional Design	](/content/what-i-do/evaluation-of-educational-programs/index.html): I have experience evaluating science education programs and curriculum for evidence of learning and quality. I can provide unbiased third party evaluation (through observation, surveys, field-testing, etc.) to improve and validate your products. (80 words)
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