Welcome to my portfolio!
Hiyas, I’m Holly Ashbourne (she/her), a librarian with over 15 years of experience in Canadian post-secondary institutions. I design learning experiences that are clear, engaging and accessible. With a background as a librarian and educator, I bring expertise in organizing information, creating user-friendly content and supporting diverse learning needs. My instructional design work focuses on transforming complex ideas into practical, inclusive resources using creative strategies and technology. I believe technology is a powerful tool for shaping learning, and I use it to create innovative solutions that make education more interactive and equitable. Collaboration is at the heart of what I do, and I love partnering with faculty and other subject matter experts to develop solutions that make learning meaningful for everyone.
Equity and inclusion are core to my approach. I am committed to championing human rights in gender and sexuality, diversity, Indigenization, antiracism and disability. These values guide how I design, communicate and connect with learners and colleagues.
Outside of work, I enjoy life’s simple pleasures like coffee, naps and time outdoors, whether it is walking in nature or soaking up a sunrise.
Please connect with me on LinkedIn or by email.
Feature photo by John on Unsplash. Reused under the Unsplash License.
AI Disclosure Statement
Copilot was integrated throughout this portfolio as part of the experimentation process for the PIDP 2025 Technology for Teaching final project. It supported idea generation for activities, learning outcomes, quiz questions, and text for H5P interactives, as well as refining blog posts. All original concepts, final drafts, completed activities, and reflections were created, reviewed, and finalized by Holly Ashbourne, a real person.