Architela is a Digital Learning service and consultancy specialising in education and public sector online learning and development. We also work with third sector organisations and private companies on staff development and digital learning, as well as supporting small businesses struggling to establish a web presence. We are an ethically-aware and environmentally-conscious business, seeking to work frugally, collaboratively, fairly and with as positive an impact on our environment as possible.
People
Nancy Weitz, PhD Director and Digital Learning Specialist
Nancy has 25 years of experience working in education and has worked with digital and online technologies from the very beginning. Having been an E-Learning Specialist, Digital Designer, Head of ICT, Facilitator, Web Designer and Developer, Lecturer in Technology and Assistant Professor of English has allowed her to develop a strategic overview and hands-on expertise, as well as establishing connections between learning, design, technology, writing and communication. Nancy has worked with universities, government agencies, schools, voluntary organisations and small businesses, giving her a valuable insight into the needs of a wide variety of clients.
Key strengths include:
Developing strategies for online and blended learning programmes
Reviewing organisations' learning provisions with an idea towards improvement and updating
Hands-on design, development and facilitation of digital learning with learner experience at the heart
Consultancy skills to liaise successfully between technical and non-technical stakeholders
Academic background with face-to-face and online teaching expertise
Creating and managing websites, social media and online community systems for education providers globally
Developing digital content: writing, video, graphic design, music and voice-over
Architela is committed to collaborative ways of working, which means working side-by-side with clients and contracting other specialists, consultants, designers and developers to make sure no stone is left unturned. We also work closely with other companies with specialised knowledge and skills.