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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Michele, I am still amazed at the number of phone conversations where the student says. Well I didn't read those instructions" or "...that attachment" etc. Then I indicate he/she needs to read it carefully call me back with any questions in the next 30 minutes. Most do not call back. ;-] Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Earl, Leading the horse to the creek is often the easy part. There are so many books on motivational theory and possible resolutions. Choose your favorite and proceed with gusto! Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Dr. James , Yes, the written word lingers for re-reading mutiple times. Great reminder. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Shawna, Good observations. I see those numbers as very good for many types of classes and learners. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Rob, The text-based chat sessions can be that way. I agree with your evaluation and find that I have had very few sessions with 10 or more, even in my larger classes. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Rodney, Yes, confirmation of the successes is often as instructionally helpful as correction of the errors. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Laurie, I find the same response you indicate from many of my students. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Michele, The "set-up for success from day 1" is what needs to be protrayed to the students. Very good. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Dr. James , These are all very good. Thank you for sharing. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Scott, These 'case studies' are so valuable for the thinking experience. Nice job. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt

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