Riya Su

Instructional Designer 

Creating meaningful learning experiences

which blend knowledge, humanity, and emotional support

Public & Private Sector

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Adult Learning& K-12

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STEM & Humanities

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U.S & China

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Public & Private Sector 〰️ Adult Learning& K-12 〰️ STEM & Humanities 〰️ U.S & China 〰️

Scenario-based e-Learning

Mastering Form 30

An interactive e-learning course for MassDOT managers that improves accuracy and consistency when completing Form 30, supporting compliant job classification and clear role definition.

Selected Projects

Scenario-based e-Learning

Mastering the Management Questionnaire

An eLearning course for MassDOT senior managers that supports accurate completion of the Management Questionnaire (MQ) used to evaluate supervisory and management roles.

Project-Based STEM e-Learning

Focus & Spin: Design Your Own Brainwave Display

A hands-on STEM project where students turn real-time brainwave data into physical motion by building and coding a brain-controlled dial using a BCI headset and Arduino.

Project-Based STEM e-Learning

Brain Breeze Kick-off: Design Your Brain-Powered Fan

A hands-on STEM project where learners use their focus to make a real fan spin faster or slower using a brain-sensing headband and Arduino.

Hands-On Social Learning Experience

Cocktail Workshop: Instructional Design Meets Social Learning

A series of facilitated cocktail-making workshops designed around gamification, making, tasting, and sharing.

Testimonials

“The training module is really good work! The content is just what we need, and the explanations are nice and simple and clear. The scenarios are also meaningful. This will help the organization for sure!”

Jack Lee, Senior Instructional Designer Massachusetts Department of Transportation

“Riya has done an outstanding job explaining a most difficult subject matter. The information is well presented, in an easily understood, informative manner. I particularly liked the encouragements at various points in the steps. Breaking it down into digestible segments helps simplify what most consider an overwhelming task.”

Mark Spengler, Former Chief Human Resources Officer Massachusetts Department of Transportation

“Riya is an outstanding professional and many thanks for all of her efforts on these trainings!”

Amy Lynch, Manager of Classification and Compensation (SME) Massachusetts Department of Transportation