M.J. Noel
About M.J. Noel
M.J. Noel is an Associate Principal Regulatory Training Specialist at FINRA, with a focus on evaluating and improving training programs. With a strong background in instructional design and e-learning development, Noel has worked in various educational and training roles across the United States and internationally.
Work at FINRA
M.J. Noel has been employed at FINRA as an Associate Principal Regulatory Training Specialist since 2021. In this role, Noel focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of training programs and implementing data-driven improvements. The position is based in Boca Raton, Florida, where Noel contributes to the development of regulatory training initiatives.
Previous Experience
Prior to joining FINRA, M.J. Noel worked at Charles Schwab as a Senior Instructional Designer from 2019 to 2021. In this capacity, Noel designed and developed instructional materials. Additionally, Noel served as an Instructional Technologist at Johns Hopkins University School of Education from 2018 to 2019, and held roles at the University of Maryland College Park, Acton Mobile, and ACDI/VOCA, contributing to various aspects of instructional design and training.
Education and Expertise
M.J. Noel holds a Master's of Educational Technology from Boise State University, achieved in 2019. Noel also earned a Master's of Public Administration from the University of Colorado Denver in 2005. The educational background is complemented by a Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences with a Minor in Legal Studies from the University of Northern Colorado. Noel possesses expertise in developing e-learning content using tools such as Articulate Storyline and Camtasia, and has skills in Adobe Creative Cloud.
Skills in Instructional Design
M.J. Noel specializes in technical training, providing instruction on complex subjects to diverse audiences. Noel has a strong background in accessibility, ensuring that learning materials are inclusive and accessible to all learners. The ability to create engaging instructional materials is supported by proficiency in various design and development tools.
International Teaching Experience
M.J. Noel has international teaching experience, having worked as the Head Teacher at Rennert Istanbul from 2012 to 2016. This role involved overseeing educational programs and contributing to language instruction in Istanbul, Turkey. This experience adds a global perspective to Noel's instructional design and training capabilities.