Institute Faculty
Jessica Young
Director of Online Learning and Instructional Innovation, Frederick Community College
Jessica Young is the Director of Online Learning and Instructional Innovation at Frederick Community College in Frederick, Maryland. Driven by a commitment to accessible and transformative education, Jessica is an accomplished educational leader. With extensive experience in curriculum development, instructional design, and online teaching, she strives to create learning opportunities that meet the needs of diverse learners and enhance the academic experience. Jessica is an open education advocate and has mentored colleagues across Maryland to expand OER projects. She also supported the development of the MarylandOnline Leadership Institute (MOLLI) where she served as the director.
Areas of Expertise
- Accessibility
- AI and teacher preparation programs
- AI for instructional design
- Authentic assessment design
- Faculty professional development
- Open pedagogy