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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Antoine, Very true. These differences can sometimes create significant challenges. Good point. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Dr. Aron, Eliminating the distractor from the online classroom is a good strategy. Individualized follow-up with the student in private is the correct approach. Additionally, enlisting the teamwork of the student advisors is a terrific enhancement. Nice work. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
ROBERT, Yes, timely and specific feedback that provides direct instruction for specific action on the part of the student is a very reliable instructional tool. Thank you for sharing your insight. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Dr. Aron, Yes, timely and specific feedback is one of the best tools. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Antoine, Very good. Actual engagement in the discussion, as opposed to "posting for credit," can often begin in this fashion. Thank you for sharing your insight. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Dr. Aron, That is a very reasonable response. Extending support and encouragement in the online environment is a large part of what we do. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Dr. Aron, The evolution of the brick-and-mortar classroom is underway. Technology is making advancements that will certainly enhance learning capabilities for many students in the traditional classroom. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Antoine, Yes, there is a definite percentage to whom that statement categorically applies. We only know who those are after we've done our best and those who we could help have stayed, while the others have departed. Maintaining some lighthearted conversation amongst the class work can sometimes help a little. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Dr. Aron, Yes, instructor presence is important. The students need to feel we are in it with them. Very good. Thanks. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Elizabeth, Yes, relying on the classics almost never fails. However, your situation is a challenge. I would recommend the curriculum design should provide opportunity for formative assessment to include discussion board posts. In my experience, most institutions do. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt

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