Lusithi Yamkela | Portfolio

About Me

My work focuses on the integration of Digital Learning Tools, to improve how learners interact with learning.

Yamkela Lusithi is a Digital Learning Developer, Educational Research Candidate and AI (Artificial Intelligence) in Education Enthusiast actively involved in the Bachelor of Education(B.Ed.) Honours Research specializing in Language, Literacies and Literature at the University of Johannesburg (Part-Time). My research work focuses on the intersection of Education, Digital literacy and the ethical use if AI in academic settings, designing technology-enhanced learning interfaces that improve access to literacy and Education. With a solid background in pedagogy and technology, I develop AI-enhanced learning interfaces, digital learning environments, and research-informed digital education tools. My goal is to ensure that educational technology strengthens teaching practice while improving learner engagement, digital competence, and academic achievement.

Tools & Technologies

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Git

GitHub

OpenAI

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Capabilities

EdTech Tools

Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Moodle(LMS), Google Classroom, Zoom, Microsoft Teams

Development & Design

HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Full-Stack Development Principles, Figma, Canva, UI/UX Design for Education

AI Integration

AI Fluency Framework, Prompt Engineering, AI-supported learning design

Research

Digital literacy frameworks (Multimodal Learning Framework, New Literacies Theory)

Selected Projects

Practical English Communication Course

Designed a structured English communication course for adult learners focusing on real-world workplace communication and scenario-based language practice.

• Developed structured modules using Articulate Rise 360.
• Applied adult learning principles in course design.
• Created UI prototypes and visual layouts using Figma.

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Teaching Learners to Read for Meaning

Designed an interactive teacher development presentation focused on improving reading comprehension through structured instructional strategies and multimodal literacy approaches.

• Applied the before, during, and after reading instructional framework.
• Integrated comprehension strategies such as predicting, inferring, and summarising.
• Developed an engaging multimedia presentation using Canva with animated transitions.

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EduNova Learning - Digital Learning Website Prototype

Designed and deployed a multi-page digital learning company website prototype using Canva, showcasing services, instructional design approach, and interactive learning projects.

• Developed a structured website layout using Canva's website publishing feature.
• Applied UX and instructional design principles to present services and projects clearly.
• Integrated multimedia elements and interactive navigation for an engaging user experience.

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MoneySave Jr - AI-Enhanced Financial Literacy Interface

Built an interactive learning interface enhanced through prompt engineering and frontend development to simulate AI-assisted learning experiences for young users.