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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Nicholas, Your recommendation is consistent with most experienced online instructors. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Dale, Yes, a clear and specific policy that is consistent with all other class expectations is a solid best practice. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Dale, Yes, all instructions and feedback to students should be very specific. Very good point. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Nicholas, Excellent discussion. Right on. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Dale, This is a critical point that some new online instructors learn from the experience of not accomplishing it as well as they should have. Very good point. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Kimberley, Yes, your rationale is sound. Additionally, the 15:1 ratio may not be low for graduate courses and writing courses at all levels. The content is a contributor to the optimal ratio number. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Nicholas, Agreed. "Once stated - both need to comply. Very good point. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Kimberley, This is a very sound approach. Then we need to be sure to live up to our word and implement as stated by not 'relaxing' the standards on what may appear to be a random basis. Very good. Thank you for your contribution. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Gershom, Yes, the clues are very different and not as easily obtained. Individual outreach is often the most successful. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
John, Excellent recommendation. This has been helpful in many online classes. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt

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