Dr. S. David Vaillancourt

Dr. S. David Vaillancourt

About me

Dr. S. David Vaillancourt currently serves as the Vice President of Academic Affairs for the College of Health Care Professions based in Houston, Texas. Prior to this post he worked as an e-Learning consultant for companies across the USA. His primary research focus over the past four years has been the development of online learning Engagement Metrics. Dr. Vaillancourt’s 27 years of service in education includes multiple levels of experience in both private and public educational institutions. His professional positions include Online Campus President for Virginia College, National Dean of ITT's Online Division, Director of Education for Ultimate Medical Academy, President of a two-campus allied health college in Utah, Certified Cisco Academy Instructor, Master Certified Novell Instructor, and K-12 public school science teacher.

Dr. Vaillancourt’s BS and MS in Education were earned from Samford University in 1983 and 1989, respectively. He completed his Ed.D. in Instructional Technology and Distance Education from Nova Southeastern University in May 2004. Dr. Vaillancourt designed, founded and chaired the non-profit National Math Bee (2006-2011), which provided an online learning community for over 15,000 elementary school mathematics students in 37 states across the country.  He was a US Army soldier prior to his career in education.

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James, Yes, this is very thorough and provides a reference point for the entire term. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Josh, The two way expectation is an excellent item to establish. Thank you for sharing. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Maritza, Thank you for sharing. On what do your specify word counts? Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Norwyn, These are all very helpful. Thank you for your contribution. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Stephen, These are very good. Thank for sharing the objectives, which in turn affect the crafting of the communication to the students. By alluding to these benefits in the wording of the expectations statement you can further allay the anxiety. Very nice. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Brian, Bilateral accountability is a great way to help establish trust in the student. Well done. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Dr. Kimberly, This is an excellent "Learner-centered " approach. Thank you for sharing your expertise. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Dr. Kimberly, I have created 'the next level" on the details of my rubrics for those very specific errors that occur on a frequent basis. It also helps refine the students' understanding when the receive their grades. I still find both the rubric and the individualized comments are required for providing the optimum feedback. Providing those links is a great touch. - Thanks. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Dr. Kimberly, Your experience of re-engagement is not uncommon to instructors who outreach by phone. Thank you for contributing your insight. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Desiree, I remember it the same fond way, but I was fortunate enough to get a full scholarship. My sisters and brothers did not have the opportunity. They also have experiences in life that I have not had. They are fine in their lives, too. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt

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