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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Avis, Yes, there are many who prefer the traditional college format. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Brian, Your upfront written communication and the reiteration in the chat are excellent proactive measures. Very good. Thank you for sharing. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Patrice, Yes, I agree five students does not make for optimal interactivity. My experience is that 20-25 students seem to maitain a vibrant energy for the interactivity of the discussion forum. Thank you for your contribution and inquiry. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Darakshan, Good motivation and corrective approach. Thank you. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Darakshan, Very well approached. What motivational technique is best suited for your teaching? Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
William , Okay. This is well within the acceptable range. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
William , This is a reasonable scenario. Very good. Thanks. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Erin, These are all very excellent takeaways. Well stated. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Nicole, Yes, these are the responsibilities of a teacher regardless of the teaching medium. Very good. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Kenneth, Yes, this is very reasonable. Nicely done. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt

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