Hi! I’m Shirley.
LEarning and development specialist
I design learning experiences that bridge the gap between what AI can generate and what we as humans actually need.
Through my experience, I've learned something critical: technology can deliver content, but only people can understand the context, culture, and what truly motivates learners to change their behavior.
I specialize in bilingual (English/Spanish) learning strategies and transforming complex technical content into accessible, engaging programs that learners actually want to complete.
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What AI Can't Replace
(And What I Do Best)
AI can draft content, generate quizzes, and summarize research. But instructional design requires something fundamentally human:
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Reading between the data
I analyze engagement metrics, completion rates, and feedback patterns to identify where learners are struggling —not just that they're struggling —and I redesign experiences to address root causes, not symptoms.
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Uncovering context
Through stakeholder interviews and needs assessments, I identify the dynamics and organizational barriers that influence training.
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Designing for diverse learners
I create multiple pathways through content—honoring different learning styles, language preferences, and accessibility needs- not just "one-size-fits-all" translations.
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Translating between worlds
I help SMEs (subject matter experts) organize content so each audience learns what they need without feeling overwhelmed by what they don't.
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Anticipating friction points
I design learning experiences that account for the emotional journey—where frustration builds, where confidence wavers, where motivation drops—building in scaffolding, encouragement, and quick wins strategically.
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Advocating for impact
I design lean, focused experiences over bloated courses, creating the right learning environment to ensure skill application, not just information absorption
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"She was instrumental in planning and executing a comprehensive strategy that elevated our public-facing presence and strengthened engagement across our diverse membership."
Michelle Lynn, MHA, IBCLC, Former President, USLCA Board of Directors
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"Ms. Monge was exceptional in her management and messaging of the assets, flawlessly weaving insightful and captivating perspectives."
Andrea C. VP Corporate Responsibility, Arbonne
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"Shirley is incredibly creative and motivated"
George M. Founder & CEO, DigDeep
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"Shirley is a natural self-starter, often one step ahead of what you are looking for."
Ned G., Former VP of Research & Development, Falcon Water Technologies