EDUCATION
Duke University, Durham, NC Ed.D.
1979 Curriculum & Instruction/Instructional Design

Duke University, Durham, NC B.A., 1971 English/Education

RESEARCH
My research explores how newer technologies may best be used to enhance education.  I explore technology’s use in both formal education settings (schools) and informal education settings (museums, public history sites).  In terms of formal education, I am evaluating the effectiveness of laptop initiatives in the schools.  That is, how ubiquitous computer access changes the educational experience.  In terms of informal education, I am investigating how museums and public history sites are using the World Wide Web to fulfill their educational missions.  For both types of settings, I am exploring how blogs and podcasts might enhance both access and learning.

COURSES
LST  401    Overview of Learning Sciences and Technology
LST  403    Designing Learning Environments
EdT  422    Design 1: The Systematic Design of Instruction
EdT  425    Design 2: Applied Instructional and Interface Design Principles
EdT  428    Design 3: Advanced Instructional Design
EdT  471    Planning for Implementating Technology in School Settings
EdT  482    Critical Reading and Writing in Educational Technology
EdT  485    Applied Research in Educational Technology
Educ 403   Research

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