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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Thomas, Yes, your perspective accurately reflects what I have heard from many instructors and experienced firsthand. Thank you for contributing you insight. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Christopher, Excellent analysis and resolution. Thank you for the comprehensive explanation. Very good. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Jeannette, Agreed. You have stated some extremely important points about teaching today's adult learner online. Thank you for your insightful contribution. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Elizabeth, Very good. This is one of the best. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Elizabeth, Thank you for your contribution to this topic. That is one of the primary advantages of the online classroom. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Jeannette, Today's collegiate marketplace is very much as you describe. The rapid growth of the online platform may introduce economic trends that will change the current marketplace over the next few years. While student preference will have some impact, student need (as you pointed out) may create drastic changes. Thank you for your contribution and insights. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Elizabeth, Very well stated. Your opinion coincides with the majority of online instructors. Thank you for your contribution. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Jeannette, This is with the ranges I have found. There does not yet seem to be definitive agreement on the 'right' numbers. At least one national accrediting bureau has required a maximum class size of 25 in online courses. So we may be making progress. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Jeannette, This is a very strong approach. Having the student implement problem solving is great! Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Elizabeth, As many educators have indicated, "Teaching is teaching, regardless of the platform." The tools, techniques and challenges may differ but the overall responsibilities for outcomes remains. Thank you for your contribution. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt

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