Dean Ahlgren

Learning That Clicks. Experiences That Transform.

I craft digital learning journeys that don't just engage—they inspire. With every pixel and interaction, I'm bridging the gap between information overload and those beautiful "I get it now!" moments that change everything.

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Hello there! I'm Dean. My journey into e-learning was inspired by a simple truth I discovered years ago:
--curiosity and tech can change lives.

For over twenty wonderful years, I've poured my heart into crafting digital spaces where learning feels less like work and more like discovery. Think of me as your learning architect, blending the science of how we learn with designs that welcome you in and make complex ideas feel like old friends.

From reimagining how teams create together to building immersive worlds of knowledge, I'm obsessed with that magical moment when your eyes light up and you say, "Oh! Now I see it!" That connection—that's what drives everything I create.

Instructional Design

E-Learning Development

UX/UI for Learning

Articulate 360

AI in Learning

Accessibility (WCAG)

My Design Philosophy

I believe learning should feel as natural as conversation and as exciting as discovery. These heart-centered principles shape everything I create.

Accessibility First

Great learning is for everyone. I build to WCAG standards to ensure content is usable by all learners, regardless of ability or situation.

Cognition-Led Design

I integrate research in cognitive science to create experiences that optimize knowledge retention, reduce cognitive load, and respect how the human brain learns best.

Purposeful Innovation

Technology is a tool, not the goal. I leverage AI, simulations, and gamification only when they serve a clear pedagogical purpose to enhance engagement and effectiveness.

Approach

Strategic Design. Human Connection. Measurable Impact.

Every organization has unique learning needs. I combine proven frameworks with flexible solutions that scale with your business. Through years of remote collaboration expertise, I've developed methods that keep teams engaged and drive consistent results.

Key capabilities:

Creating seamless learning experiences across physical and virtual spaces

Building solutions that adapt to your team's workflow

Delivering measurable outcomes that align with business goals

Maintaining engagement in hybrid environments

Let's Create Together

Have an idea brewing? A learning challenge that needs solving? I'd love to hear about it.

Let's Build Something Wonderful Together.

Whether you have a clear vision or just a nagging problem to solve, I'm all ears. I love connecting with passionate people about learning innovations, creative collaborations, or even just trading ideas over virtual coffee. Drop me a line—conversations are always the start of something amazing.

Email: dean@ahlgren-academy.com

Phone: 808-895-8545

Location: Honolulu, Hawaii

Dean Ahlgren

Learning That Clicks. Experiences That Transform.

Hello there! I'm Dean. My journey into e-learning was inspired by a simple truth I discovered years ago:
--curiosity and tech can change lives.