Carina Mata Instructional Design · Mathematics · Technical Learning

Curriculum · Learning Systems · Interactive Math

Learning experiences
built to work.

I design outcome-driven curriculum for quantitative and technical learners—combining clear concept sequencing with practical assessment and feedback loops.

Learning outcomes Concept sequencing Assessment design Interactive explanations
Adult learning Data literacy Lesson design

Intro to Data: Shared Vocabulary Lesson

A lesson for adult career-changers entering a data program—built to establish shared vocabulary before any tool or technique is introduced.

  • Anchored to a single core idea and sequenced supporting concepts around it.
  • Checks for understanding that distinguish vocabulary recall from conceptual interpretation.
  • Designed to reduce downstream confusion in later tooling-focused modules.
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Test prep Tool fluency Decision-making

How and When to Use Desmos on the SAT

A student-facing reference guide that teaches when the graphing calculator is the right tool—not just how to use it.

  • Side-by-side algebraic vs. calculator paths for five common question types.
  • Frames the tool as a decision based on each student's own algebra proficiency.
  • Designed for tutoring students preparing for the Digital SAT.
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Start with the learner's next reliable move. In technical subjects, momentum matters—early wins should be real, not shallow.

Sequence for understanding. I prioritize dependencies and misconceptions so practice builds fluency instead of reinforcing gaps.

Assess to create feedback, not just scores. Checks for understanding are designed to reveal what to do next—for the learner and the instructor.

Open to curriculum and content roles — especially quantitative learning, math, and technical upskilling.

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A selection of curriculum and instructional design work across math education, adult learning, and technical training.

Adult learning Data literacy Lesson design

Understanding Data: Introductory Lesson

Slide-based lesson for adults entering data training with no technical background—focuses on structure, vocabulary, and interpretation.

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Test prep Tool fluency Decision-making

How and When to Use Desmos on the SAT

Student-facing reference guide that teaches when the graphing calculator is the right tool for a given SAT question—framed around each student's algebra proficiency.

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Healthcare education Online textbook Coming soon

Nursing Dosage Calculations: Workshop Companion

In-development textbook and practice set designed to integrate with live dosage calculation workshops (guide + practice pages by question type).

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I'm a curriculum designer and STEM educator focused on helping learners succeed in high-friction topics—math, data, and technical reasoning. My work blends subject-matter depth with deliberate instructional structure.

I've designed and delivered instruction across adult upskilling, test prep, and mathematics—plus time in industry as a decision science analyst, where communicating meaning to non-technical stakeholders was part of the job.

B.S.A. in Mathematics · The University of Texas at Austin
  • Learning outcome definition, dependency mapping, and concept sequencing
  • Assessment design: items, rubrics, and checks for understanding
  • Adult learning and remediation for quantitative subjects
  • Clear explanations with high signal-to-noise structure
Curriculum & content
Learning objectives Curriculum mapping Assessment writing Rubrics Facilitation
Quant & analysis
Python SQL R Data literacy Tableau
Publishing & platforms
LaTeX Markdown GitHub Pages MkDocs LMS (Canvas/Classroom)

Best fit: curriculum manager / content designer roles for quantitative learning products.

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