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Joining VESC on this episode is Kevin Crouch, Director of EdTech at Western Academy in Beijing. With over 16 years of experience in IT and educational technology, Kevin describes strategies for using technology to personalize learning in the K-12 setting.

A discussion with Dr. Greg Robinson on the use of data science in health care to help solve for some of today’s crises.

A brief overview of some of the possibilities when considering careers in research in psychology.

School of Business’s Dr. Paul Markham discusses the benefits of NCU’s MBA program, with a spotlight on three new strategic marketing specializations: Marketing Change Leadership,  Marketing Science, and Marketing Economics.

Join Dr. Broderick, Dr. Gillenwater, and Dr. Kamm as we discuss their research about the experiences of online students completing their dissertations at Northcentral University during COVID-19. Through their interviews and surveys with Dissertation Chairs, this research team found relationships, social emotional support, and adapting research methods rose to the surface as essential strategies for working with doctoral candidates during the 2020 pandemic.  

Dr. Judith V. Boettcher is a nationally known consultant and author on online and distance learning.  She's published five books and developed numerous blogs and resources you can find on her website, Designing for Learning  Her third edition of The Online Teaching Survival Guide:Simple and Practical Pedagogical Tips with co-author Dr. Rita-Marie Conrad is being released this month. In this episode, Dr. Boettcher talks about several principles for effective online learning and offers tips to educators from elementary school through higher education. You can learn more from Dr. Boettcher at http://designingforlearning.info/

School of Education alumni Dr. Gary Walker-Roberts discusses his doctoral journey, indicating the NCU supports and resources helping him to complete his doctorate.  From doctoral student to alumni to now Alumni Navigator for NCU, Dr. Walker also shares this progression as well as his latest role to assist other NCU students realize their goal of earning a doctorate.  Dr. Walker’s energy and personalization are both motivating and helpful for any student thinking about completing their doctoral journey at NCU.

Northcentral University’s Dean of the School of Education, Dr. Andy Riggle, discusses the new Doctor of Education grant opportunity. Listen in to Dr. Riggle as he provides information on how new students can apply for this new grant opportunity to help reduce the tuition cost of the School of Education’s most popular doctorate program, the EdD. NCU’s EdD is designed exclusively for today’s educational leader-practitioners. If you are considering earning an educational doctorate, this is a great time to contact NCU. Our Enrollment Advisors are standing by to assist with any questions you have and can help you get started today! Visit ncu.edu/edd-grants for more information and to learn more about this limited time grant opportunity.

Recent NCU School of Education graduate Dr. Danny Chavez discusses his doctoral journey, providing supportive advice for current as well as potential NCU students to realize their dream of earning a doctorate.  Dr. Chavez provides many helpful tips, from receiving support from the writing coaches in the Academic Support Center to utilizing the online librarians when completing the dissertation.  He also explains how he was able to keep himself motivated, organized, and emotionally healthy throughout his entire experience at NCU.  But perhaps most importantly, Dr. Chavez describes what earning a doctorate has done for him personally and professionally, in his quest to fulfill his dream as well as to be a role model for other Hispanics.

Miranda Regnitz, MS, PMP is the Curriculum Project Manager for NCU's School of Education. She draws on her insights completing an online degree, experience working at an online university, and exceptional project management skills to provide you with tips for finding success and getting the most out of your virtual education. If you're in an online program - you don't want to miss this! 

Guest Patrick York discusses online learning and the SHARE organization. SHARE is designed to support teachers with learning, resources, and an opportunity to connect with others. Find SHARE at www.sharetolearn.com

Just over a year ago, the COVID-19 pandemic brought the world to a standstill. The world of sports was not immune to the virus once normal life started to shut down. As we begin to reclaim our normal lives, many athletes of all ages have struggled to cope with the ripple effects of the pandemic. This podcast delves into the issues of COVID-19 and its impact on the motivation of athletes to continue training and performing, its effect on the athletic identity of the individuals, and the role a Mental Performance Coach can play in helping both athletes and coaches navigate and manage the challenges resulting from the pandemic. 

Dr. Rebecca Collins provides insight into federal and private grants including the process for submitting a grant application and opportunities for student involvement. 

This is the first episode of a new series produced by VESC called Voices from NCU Students and Alumni: Driving Research and Practice. The Voices series shines a light on the contributions NCU students and alumni are making to virtual teaching and learning. In this episode, NCU alumnus Dr. Samantha Hedgspeth describes her experience as an online doctoral student and offers recommendations to learners in virtual programs. Dr. Hedgspeth is the founder of The Hedgspeth Group, an executive coaching and consulting firm. 

Northcentral University & Rio Salado Community College interview the first President’s Scholarship recipient, Trechaun Gonzalez, who is pursuing a Master of Social Work. This unique initiative has provided an alum of Rio Salado the chance to continue their education at Northcentral University. Join Heather Millward from NCU and Dr. Floyd Hardin III from Rio Salado as they discuss Trechaun’s academic and professional journey.

A couple’s success story: Dr. Megan McNamara and Dr. Angela Beck discuss the support they received during their doctoral journey within the School of Education at Northcentral University.  Advice and helpful tips for prospective and current doctoral students are also discussed.  

Host Samantha Wilcox and guest Chris Dunham, MBA, discuss the NCU School of Undergraduate Studies for students ready to take that next step in their educational journey. 

Dr. Cheri Provancha, a distinguished Army Colonel, discusses her experience as a doctoral student at NCU, noting specific resources and other forms of support assisting her as well as potential and current students affiliated with the military to be successful at NCU.

Dr. Sheri McKillop, a recent NCU graduate, discusses the value of NCU’s online resources and in-person Bootcamps with helping her to complete her doctorate.

Our panel of educators Dr. Ellen Savoy, Dr. Letty Maxwell and Dr. Tyjuan Lee discuss the emergence of heightened stress and mental health concerns for faculty and students, post pandemic outbreak.