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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Michelle, Yes, sometimes we believe we have hit an "Ah Ha!" moment and by implementing discipline we find confirmation. Other times the "Ah Ha!" moment may turn out to be false. The discipline you identify significantly increases the likelihood of a correct solution. Well done. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Michelle, Excellent summary. Thank you for your well stated contribution. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Larry, Yes, the foundational knowledge and skills must be accurately mastered if consistent proficiency at higher levels is to be expected. Well stated. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Stan, This is an excellent example. Careful collection and analysis of accurate data is essential. And, as in your case, creativity in the data collection methodology. These basic components are critical to allowing the scientific methos to work. Thank you for your contribution. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Edward, Well stated. The critical thinking process is much like it's close brother, the scientific method. It is a specific process to be implemented in many different circumstances. Well done. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Larry, There are so many different intelligences and many, many more varieties of combinations in each student. It is challenging to grasp and appropriately address them all. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Larry, Yes, a solid foundational understanding must be acquired before other concepts and skilles are built upon them. Thank you for your contribution. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Larry, Yes, the level of proficiency at which the student is able to perform the skill on a consistent basis is the outcome of importance. You are absolutely correct to have the students show, do and teach. This is well tested sequence for success in learning. When the student is able to teach a skill with a high level of proficiency, it is one of the best evidences that the student has mastery of that skill. Well done. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Edward, Good numbers and sound rationale. Thanks. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Melissa, Yes, a video demonstration by the instructor can be a very powerful instructional tool in the online classroom. Additionally, having students video themselves (on a Webcam) performing specific skills can assist the instructor in determining skill achievement level. Very good idea. Thank you for sharing. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt

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