Joanne Reid is a researcher, writer, and educator. She works as a consultant for professional organizations that administer large-scale licensing exams, and she prepares research reports for various educational institutions. Her teaching experience with high school, university undergraduate, and adult learners has cultivated her interest in curriculum design and assessment. Her current focus is on innovative approaches to curriculum, particularly the integration of cross—curricular 21^st century skills, and the intersection of curriculum and social issues.