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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William, Your 'linking' of on-the-job experience is a strong formula. Thanks for sharing. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Anne, Your priority system (compliance, subject matter experience, instructor) is excellent and your approach to training field professionals to be instructors is on target. Nice work. Thanks for sharing. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Anne , Good points of discussion. Especially your last point alluding to discovering trends in student behaviors across classes. Good post. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Anne , Well stated. These are all vital components to have a faculty that is optimal in assisting and guiding students to success. Thank you for sharing. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Anne, The balance between the advantages and disadvantages has many aspects. Thank you for identifying these important considerations. You rightly indicated the effects concerning instructor impact on students (quality of education and time to devote) as the effects to be considered. Good post. Thank you for your contribution. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Carolyn, Thank you for sharing your insights. Well stated. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Carolyn, Good point. The extraneous variables you identified are rarely factored into analyses of lagging indicators, but they are frequently part of the overall scenario. Well stated. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Carolyn, Your description of the faculty LMS training describes a clearly effective training system. This is an important central component of the overall faculty orientation. Thank you for sharing your insights. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Carolyn, These are all excellent examples of well implemented advantages of professional associations and certifications. This kind of 'best practice' implementation will undoubtedly assist you in attracting high quality faculty to serve your institution's student body. Thank you for sharing your insights. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt
Ash, Very well stated. The reinforced delivery of verbal and written is a key factor for many people. Thank you for your contribution. Dr. S. David Vaillancourt

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