Hello, I’m Nan Zhang 👋

Welcome to my Digital Canvas where I record work and life related matters.

I’m a Digital Education specialist/Learning Technologist based in the UK. I specialise in instructional design, digital learning environments, and educational technology innovation. I’m passionate about enhancing learning experiences through technology and empowering educators to leverage digital tools effectively.

Outside of work, I am a father of two young boys and a husband. I enjoy badminton and making delicious food.

What I Do

Currently, I work as a Digital Education School Partner and Learning Technology Team Lead at Cardiff University, where I:

  • Lead digital education initiatives and strategic technology implementations
  • Support faculty and staff in adopting innovative teaching technologies
  • Develop and deliver training programs for educational technology
  • Create accessible and engaging digital learning resources
  • Manage learning technology projects across the university
  • Guide institutional digital transformation efforts

My Journey

My journey in learning technology began in 2005 at the University of York, where I researched e-learning content adaptation. Since then, I’ve:

  • Led multiple distance learning programs and digital transformations
  • Pioneered virtual reality applications in medical education
  • Developed innovative assessment solutions and learning platforms
  • Won the THE Leadership and Management Award 2009
  • Published research in educational technology implementation Here is a link to my CMALT portfolio which documents my professional journey in learning technology.

Skills & Expertise

Technical Skills

  • HTML/CSS/JavaScript
  • Learning Management Systems (Blackboard, Desire2Learn, Moodle)
  • Digital Education Tools (Turnitin, Panopto, Padlet, Mentimeter)
  • Educational Content Development (Xerte)
  • Video Production and Streaming
  • Virtual Reality/360° Technology

Soft Skills

  • Strategic Leadership
  • Project Management
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Training and Development
  • Change Management
  • Technical Documentation

Education & Certifications

  • Certified Member of Association for Learning Technology (CMALT)
  • Advance HE Fellowship
  • Master’s degree research in E-learning (University of York)

Projects & Portfolio

Here are some projects I’m proud of:

  • Link 1
  • Link 2

you can find more details on my portfolio page.

Beyond Work

When I’m not working on digital education initiatives, you can find me:

  • Exploring new technologies
  • Contributing to educational technology communities
  • Cooking for my family
  • Playing badminton

Let’s Connect

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Last updated: 2025-01-27