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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Pamela, These are all well-founded parameters for determining the optimal ratio. In your experience, what would be the numerical ratio that would fulfill these factors? Thank you for your contribution. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Susan, This is an excellent differntiation. In distance education the time factor is a very large issue for the students and the instructors. The asynchronous nature of the class resolves some time issues on an individual basis, but can create other time issues for the logistics of accomplishing the instructional responsibilities. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Rubiela , You correctly remind us of some of the very real constraints of the online environment. Very good. Thank you. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Gershom, Many teachers express the preference to a real-time, person to person session. This can be especially effective when the instructors talents are evident in this arena. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Eric, Many students respond very well to a real-time audio (or audiovisual) session with the instructor, especially when the instructor's talents are highlighted in that medium. Very good. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Alan, The time management discussion is an insightful approach. This is often the case with many of our career college students. Very good. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
ANN, Very well stated. Thank you for sharing your expert approach with multiple options for the student. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Samantha, Excellent outreach effort. An open positive attitude can have an immediate positive effect on the situation. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
John, Your commitment to not let the situation deteriorate into an arguement is a key factor. Very good. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
John, Well stated. Your straightforward explanation is appreciated. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt

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