Learning Design
Aleithia Stephens
- Manager of Instructional Support
MLitt, Renaissance and Early Modern Studies, University of Aberdeen
BA History and BA Philosophy, Oklahoma State University
Instructional Designer Certificate Program, Online Learning Consortium
As Manager of Instructional Support, Aleithia leads a team of specialists who collaborate with faculty to make iterative changes and prepare Canvas courses for each new trimester. When reviewing courses, she prioritizes the student perspective and looks for concrete ways to make learning more accessible and inclusive for all learners, including those with disabilities.
Aleithia has worked full-time in higher education since 2013. Before transitioning to the instructional design field in 2020, she held several international education roles, including study abroad advisor and international exchange student coordinator. In addition, she has taught college-level courses in European history, cross-cultural communication, and academic success skills.
Aleithia lives in Oklahoma City with her husband, son, and two tabby cats. In her free time, she enjoys singing in the choir at St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral (OKC), trying new recipes, and exploring state and national parks.
Meet Aleithia
Recent Presentations:
- Beyond Comparison: A Research-informed Approach to Academic Excellence. Instructional Design Network Meetup, June 2025.
- COIL 101: The Basics of Virtual Exchange and Collaborative Online International Learning. Instructional Design Network Meetup, June 2024; and NAFSA Oklahoma State Meeting, April 2023.
- Supporting Internationalization through Virtual Exchange and Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL). Consortium for Belize Educational Cooperation (COBEC) Summer Conference, July 2023.
- Presentation Is (Almost) Everything: Using Intentional Formatting to Promote Successful Online Learning. University of Oklahoma Academic Technology Expo, January 2022.
