PROFESSIONAL EXPERTISE
RESEARCH AGENDA
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
REFEREED PUBLICATIONS
Romano, D., Maxfield, M., & Rycik, M. (2014) The integration of field observation videos into the teacher preparation program: a missing component to the field experience. Proceedings of International Technology, Education and Development Conference 2014 (pp. 6011-6017). Valencia, Spain: INTED.
Maxfield, M. B., & Romano, D. (2013). Videos with Mobile Technologies: Pre-Service Teacher Observations During the First Day of School. In J. Keengwe (Ed.), Pedagogical Applications and Social Effects of Mobile Technology Integration (pp. 133-155). Hershey, PA: . doi:10.4018/978-1-4666-2985-1.ch008
Maxfield, M., Romano, D. & Rycik, M. (2012). The Role of Field-Experience Videos in Pre-Service Teacher Training Program. In M. Simonson (Ed.), Proceedings of Association for Educational Communications and Technology 35th Educational Convention 2012 (pp. 140-144). Louisville, KY: AECT.
Maxfield, M. & Romano, D. (2012). The Role of Video in Pre-Service Teacher First Day of School Observations: Peer Review on Learning of Teaching Concepts and Future Application. In P. Resta (Ed.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2012 (pp. 636-641). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
Romano, D. (2011). Expanding Borders: Using Web 2.0 Tools and 21st Century Skills to Connect Cultures for Pre-Service Teachers. In M. Koehler & P. Mishra (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2011 (pp. 2903-2908). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
Romano, D. & Knickerbocker, J. (2009). Investigating the Utility and Efficacy of E-books in Middle and Secondary Level Teacher Preparation. In C. Crawford et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference 2009 (pp. 3691-3694). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
Ellis, J. B. & Romano, D. (2008). Synchronous and Asynchronous Online Delivery: How Much Interaction in E-learning is Enough in Higher Education? In G. Richards (Ed.), Proceedings of World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, & Higher Education 2008 (pp. 2615-2620). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
Romano, D. & Rycik, M. (2007). Perceptions of Preservice Teachers in Using Handheld Computers to Teach Literacy in an Elementary Classroom. In C. Crawford et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference 2007 (pp. 2750-2753). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
REFEREED CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
INTERNATIONAL/NATIONAL
Romano, D. & Howerton, C. (2019). Implementing multiple systems on campus: lessons learned, buy-in gained. The Assessment Institute in Indianapolis. Indianapolis, IN. October 2019.
Romano, D. & Howerton, C. (2019). Partnerships Sparking New Growth: Building the Economy One Partnership at a Time. Community Colleges of Appalachia Conference. Asheville, NC. June 2019.
Romano, D. (2014). Best Tools for Flipping the Classroom. Association of Teacher Educators Conference. Niagara Falls, NY. August 2014.
Romano, D. (2014). Technology for Formative Assessments. Association of Teacher Educators Conference. Niagara Falls, NY. August 2014.
Romano, D. Maxfield, M. & Rycik, M. (2014). The Integration of Field Observation Videos into the Teacher Preparation Program: A Missing Component to the Field Experience. Virtual Presentation at the 8th International Technology, Education and Development Conference. Valencia, Spain. March 2014.
Maxfield, M., Romano, D. & Rycik, M. (2012). The Role of Field-Experience Videos in Pre-Service Teacher Training Program. Association for Educational Communications and Technology 35th Educational Convention. Louisville, KY. November 2012.
Maxfield, M. & Romano, D. (2012). The Role of Video in Pre-Service Teacher First Day of School Observations: Peer Review on Learning of Teaching Concepts and Future Application. Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2012. Austin, TX. March 2012.
Romano, D. (2011). Expanding Borders: Using Web 2.0 Tools and 21st Century Skills
to Connect Cultures for Pre-Service Teachers. Nashville, TN. March 7-11, 2011.
Rycik, J., Romano, D., Rycik, M., & Knickerbocker, J. (2009). E-books, Wikis, and Web Pages: Building Electronic Literacy Communities in Teacher Education. Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers Conference. Charlotte, NC. November 5-8, 2009.
Romano, D. (2009). Investigating the Utility and Efficacy of E-books in Middle and Secondary Level Teacher Preparation. Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference. Charleston, NC. March 2-6, 2009. Ellis, J. B. & Romano, D. (2008). Synchronous and Asynchronous Online Delivery: How Much Interaction in E-learning is Enough in Higher Education? World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare & Higher Education. Las Vegas, NV. November 17-21, 2008
Romano, D. & Rycik, M. (2007). Perception of Preservice Teachers in Using Handheld Computers to Teach Literacy in and Elementary Classroom. Presentation at the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education (SITE) Conference. San Antonio, TX. March 29, 2007.
Romano, D. (2005). Best Practices for Faculty Designing and Delivering Web-based Content. Assistive Technology Industry Association Conference. Orlando, FL. January, 2005
REFEREED CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
STATE/REGIONAL
Romano, D. (2011) Expanding Borders: Using Web 2.0 Tools and 21st Century Skills to Connect Cultures for Pre-Service Teachers. OCTEO Spring Conference. March 2011: Columbus, Ohio.
Romano, D. (2010) Using Web 2.0 Technologies to Meet 21st Century Skills. Pioneer Spring In-service: A Morning with Technology. Invited Speaker. April 2010: Shelby Ohio.
Romano, D. & Schrecker, D. (2010). Using Web 2.0 Technologies To Meet 21st Century Skills. eTech Ohio: Educational Technology Conference. Columbus, OH. Feb 3, 2010.
Romano, D. & Schrecker, D. (2009). Realigning Teacher Education: Using Web 2.0 Technologies To Meet 21st Century Skills. Invited Keynote Speaker. ALAO – Curriculum Materials Center Interest Group. Ashland, OH. May 15, 2009.
Reeves, B. & Romano, D. (2008). Digital Portfolios for a Digital Age. Midwest American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting. Bowling Green, OH. October 23-25.
Romano, D. (2008). Integrating Technology for the Teaching and Learning Process at the PK-12 Level. eTech Ohio Educational Technology Conference. Columbus, OH. February 4-6, 2008.
Romano, D. & Ellis, J. B. (2008). Synchronous Online Learning: How Much is Enough? Ashland University Faculty College. Ashland, OH. January 7-11, 2008.
Romano, D. & Reeves, B. (2008). Using PowerPoint as a Learning Tool. Ashland University Faculty College. Ashland, OH. January 7-11, 2008.
Romano, D. (2007). Invited Speaker. Web Conferencing. Academic Library Association of Ohio. Bowling Green, OH. July 15, 2007.
Romano, D. (2007). Instructional/Functional WebPages. Ashland University Schar College of Education Technology Training Forums. Ashland, OH. April 13, 2007.
Romano, D. (2007). Tablet PCs & SmartBoards. Ashland University Schar College of Education Technology Training Forums. Ashland, OH. March 2, 2007.
Romano, D. (2007). Horizon Wimba: Web Conferencing. Ashland University Schar College of Education Technology Training Forums. Ashland, OH. February 2, 2007.
Romano, D. (2006). Faculty Learning Community: Teaching with Technology. Integrating Technology into Teaching and Learning Conference. Columbus, OH. September 22, 2006.
Romano, D. (2006). Web Conferencing: Horizon Wimba and Live Classroom. Integrating Technology into Teaching and Learning Conference. Columbus, OH. September 22, 2006.
Romano, D. (2005). Electronic Portfolios. Academic Library Association of Ohio Curriculum Materials Center Interest Group Workshop. Kent, OH. April, 2005.
Romano, D. (2004). Are Students Ready for Web-Enhanced Learning Environments? Ashland University Faculty College. Ashland, OH. August, 2004.
Romano, D. (2003). Creating Electronic Portfolios. Collegiate Middle Level Association. Ashland University, Ashland, OH. October, 2003.
Romano, D. (2003) Using Technology as a Teaching and Learning Tool. Ohio School Boards Association. Columbus, OH. February 2003.
Romano, D. (2003). The Paperless Classroom. Ashland University Faculty College. Ashland, OH. January, 2003
Romano, D. (2003). The Tribulation and Turmoil of Integrating Technology in the Classroom. Ashland University Faculty College. Ashland, OH. January, 2003.
Romano, D. (2000). Motivate Struggling Students Using Technology Integration Across the Curriculum for all Learners. Ohio School Boards Association. Columbus, OH. November, 2000.
Romano, D. (1999). Literacy Software for Students with Diverse Learning Needs. North Central Ohio Special Education Regional Resource Center (NCOSERRC). School Year, 1999-2000.
Romano, D. (1999). Software for Integration of Technology into the Classroom. Math/Science Lead Teacher Conference, Mid-Ohio ESC. October 1999.
Romano, D. (1995). Software for the GRAD Program Across the State. Ohio Vocational Association State Conference, Columbus, OH. August 1995.
GRANTS
ARC Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (Power), $1,500,000 (Funded)
West Virginia Advance Grant: Rapid Response Workforce Development, $175,250 (Funded)
Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education FY 2019: $279,017 (Funded)
USDOE First in the World Program-Development, $3,000,000 (Submitted 6/30/2015) Author, Project Director, October 2015-August 2019, Pathways to Innovative Online Programs
Martha Holden Jennings Foundation, $33,000 (Submitted by James VanKeuren – Funded) Contributor, May 2011-April 2012, Training and Implementation of Learning Management System (LMS) for Mansfield City Schools for teachers and students in 7th & 8th grade mathematics.
eTechOhio Teacher Preparation Grant, $100,000 (Submitted – Not Funded – Ranked 12th out of 26. Eleven grants were funded.) Program Developer, Summer 2011, Collaborative Partnership between IHE and K12 Institutions. Planning to submit again and to various funding agencies.
Ashland University Web-based Distance Education Development Grant, $4,000 Course Developer, Summer 2008, Web-based Course Development, EDCI 538: Methods for Integrating Technology.
Ashland University Web-based Distance Education Development Grant, $4,000 Course Developer, Spring 2008, Web-based Course Development, EDCI 536: Instructional Design.
Ashland University, College of Education, $6,374.75 Team Member, 2007, Romano, D. & Knickerbocker, J. received technology grant to purchase twenty-five Palms for literacy/technology integration.
Ashland University New Dimensions Grant, $500 Principal Developer, 2007, Purchase of Palm for technology integration.
Ashland University New Dimensions Grant, $500 Principal Developer, 2006, Integration of video conferencing to partner with current educators to share experiences with pre-service educators for technology integration procedures and experiences.
Teacher Education Grant Program, Inspiration Software, Inc., $2,750 Software Team Leader, 2006, Received 125 Site License InspireData.
Teacher Education Grant Program, Inspiration Software, Inc., $8,147.50 Software Team Leader, 2006, Received 125 Site License Kidspiration & Inspiration and 50 Device License Inspiration Palm.
Technology Mentor Project, Ohio Board of Regents' PT3 Catalyst Grant, $11,000 Technology Mentor, 2005-2007, Recruit, support and nurture faculty as they plan to use technology in their teaching.
Ashland University Web-based Distance Course Development Grant, $3,000 Principal Developer, Spring, 2005, Developed a Web-based distance course to improve the learning experience for graduate or undergraduate students, EDCI 253/581: Assistive and Instructional Technology for Intervention
State Superintendent’s Task Force-Special Education Personnel Recruitment, $50,000, Principal Participant, 2001-2003, Production of DVDs for recruitment of special education personnel
Educational Software Preview Center Development Grant , $6,800, Principal Participant, 2001, Received educational software to establish an Educational Software Preview Center to support in-service & pre-service educators in the software selection process.
Richland County Foundation-Teacher Assistance Program, $2,500 Principal Participant, 2000, Talking Text -Students learn techniques that incorporate computers and assistive technology strategies to aid in the improvement of reading comprehension and written composition.
ORCLISH Pioneer Project-Assistive Technology, $3,000, Team leader, 2000, Assistive Technology Resource Committee-Interactive video conference presentation which aided in the collaborative problem-solving and progress monitoring skills for assistive technology throughout the district.
- Accreditation
- Assessment
- Strategic Planning
- Shared Governance
- Curricular Development
- Innovative Teaching Strategies
- Distance Education
- Instructional Design
- Learning Analytics
- Student Success Initiatives
- Grant Management
RESEARCH AGENDA
- Social Mobility
- Equility and Access
- Virtual communities and the teaching and learning process
- Adoption and diffusion of technology in the educational communities
- Design, development, and assessment of online learning spaces
- Mobile & social technologies
- Web 2.0 applications in the teaching and learning process
ENTREPRENEURSHIP
- Entrepreneurial thinker
- Develop and start-up planning
- Project management
- Resource allocation
- Business analytics
- Marketing
- Fundraising
- Financial forecasting
- Risk management
- Strategy formulation
- Web design
- Social media management
REFEREED PUBLICATIONS
Romano, D., Maxfield, M., & Rycik, M. (2014) The integration of field observation videos into the teacher preparation program: a missing component to the field experience. Proceedings of International Technology, Education and Development Conference 2014 (pp. 6011-6017). Valencia, Spain: INTED.
Maxfield, M. B., & Romano, D. (2013). Videos with Mobile Technologies: Pre-Service Teacher Observations During the First Day of School. In J. Keengwe (Ed.), Pedagogical Applications and Social Effects of Mobile Technology Integration (pp. 133-155). Hershey, PA: . doi:10.4018/978-1-4666-2985-1.ch008
Maxfield, M., Romano, D. & Rycik, M. (2012). The Role of Field-Experience Videos in Pre-Service Teacher Training Program. In M. Simonson (Ed.), Proceedings of Association for Educational Communications and Technology 35th Educational Convention 2012 (pp. 140-144). Louisville, KY: AECT.
Maxfield, M. & Romano, D. (2012). The Role of Video in Pre-Service Teacher First Day of School Observations: Peer Review on Learning of Teaching Concepts and Future Application. In P. Resta (Ed.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2012 (pp. 636-641). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
Romano, D. (2011). Expanding Borders: Using Web 2.0 Tools and 21st Century Skills to Connect Cultures for Pre-Service Teachers. In M. Koehler & P. Mishra (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2011 (pp. 2903-2908). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
Romano, D. & Knickerbocker, J. (2009). Investigating the Utility and Efficacy of E-books in Middle and Secondary Level Teacher Preparation. In C. Crawford et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference 2009 (pp. 3691-3694). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
Ellis, J. B. & Romano, D. (2008). Synchronous and Asynchronous Online Delivery: How Much Interaction in E-learning is Enough in Higher Education? In G. Richards (Ed.), Proceedings of World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, & Higher Education 2008 (pp. 2615-2620). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
Romano, D. & Rycik, M. (2007). Perceptions of Preservice Teachers in Using Handheld Computers to Teach Literacy in an Elementary Classroom. In C. Crawford et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference 2007 (pp. 2750-2753). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
REFEREED CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
INTERNATIONAL/NATIONAL
Romano, D. & Howerton, C. (2019). Implementing multiple systems on campus: lessons learned, buy-in gained. The Assessment Institute in Indianapolis. Indianapolis, IN. October 2019.
Romano, D. & Howerton, C. (2019). Partnerships Sparking New Growth: Building the Economy One Partnership at a Time. Community Colleges of Appalachia Conference. Asheville, NC. June 2019.
Romano, D. (2014). Best Tools for Flipping the Classroom. Association of Teacher Educators Conference. Niagara Falls, NY. August 2014.
Romano, D. (2014). Technology for Formative Assessments. Association of Teacher Educators Conference. Niagara Falls, NY. August 2014.
Romano, D. Maxfield, M. & Rycik, M. (2014). The Integration of Field Observation Videos into the Teacher Preparation Program: A Missing Component to the Field Experience. Virtual Presentation at the 8th International Technology, Education and Development Conference. Valencia, Spain. March 2014.
Maxfield, M., Romano, D. & Rycik, M. (2012). The Role of Field-Experience Videos in Pre-Service Teacher Training Program. Association for Educational Communications and Technology 35th Educational Convention. Louisville, KY. November 2012.
Maxfield, M. & Romano, D. (2012). The Role of Video in Pre-Service Teacher First Day of School Observations: Peer Review on Learning of Teaching Concepts and Future Application. Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference 2012. Austin, TX. March 2012.
Romano, D. (2011). Expanding Borders: Using Web 2.0 Tools and 21st Century Skills
to Connect Cultures for Pre-Service Teachers. Nashville, TN. March 7-11, 2011.
Rycik, J., Romano, D., Rycik, M., & Knickerbocker, J. (2009). E-books, Wikis, and Web Pages: Building Electronic Literacy Communities in Teacher Education. Association of Literacy Educators and Researchers Conference. Charlotte, NC. November 5-8, 2009.
Romano, D. (2009). Investigating the Utility and Efficacy of E-books in Middle and Secondary Level Teacher Preparation. Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference. Charleston, NC. March 2-6, 2009. Ellis, J. B. & Romano, D. (2008). Synchronous and Asynchronous Online Delivery: How Much Interaction in E-learning is Enough in Higher Education? World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare & Higher Education. Las Vegas, NV. November 17-21, 2008
Romano, D. & Rycik, M. (2007). Perception of Preservice Teachers in Using Handheld Computers to Teach Literacy in and Elementary Classroom. Presentation at the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education (SITE) Conference. San Antonio, TX. March 29, 2007.
Romano, D. (2005). Best Practices for Faculty Designing and Delivering Web-based Content. Assistive Technology Industry Association Conference. Orlando, FL. January, 2005
REFEREED CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS
STATE/REGIONAL
Romano, D. (2011) Expanding Borders: Using Web 2.0 Tools and 21st Century Skills to Connect Cultures for Pre-Service Teachers. OCTEO Spring Conference. March 2011: Columbus, Ohio.
Romano, D. (2010) Using Web 2.0 Technologies to Meet 21st Century Skills. Pioneer Spring In-service: A Morning with Technology. Invited Speaker. April 2010: Shelby Ohio.
Romano, D. & Schrecker, D. (2010). Using Web 2.0 Technologies To Meet 21st Century Skills. eTech Ohio: Educational Technology Conference. Columbus, OH. Feb 3, 2010.
Romano, D. & Schrecker, D. (2009). Realigning Teacher Education: Using Web 2.0 Technologies To Meet 21st Century Skills. Invited Keynote Speaker. ALAO – Curriculum Materials Center Interest Group. Ashland, OH. May 15, 2009.
Reeves, B. & Romano, D. (2008). Digital Portfolios for a Digital Age. Midwest American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting. Bowling Green, OH. October 23-25.
Romano, D. (2008). Integrating Technology for the Teaching and Learning Process at the PK-12 Level. eTech Ohio Educational Technology Conference. Columbus, OH. February 4-6, 2008.
Romano, D. & Ellis, J. B. (2008). Synchronous Online Learning: How Much is Enough? Ashland University Faculty College. Ashland, OH. January 7-11, 2008.
Romano, D. & Reeves, B. (2008). Using PowerPoint as a Learning Tool. Ashland University Faculty College. Ashland, OH. January 7-11, 2008.
Romano, D. (2007). Invited Speaker. Web Conferencing. Academic Library Association of Ohio. Bowling Green, OH. July 15, 2007.
Romano, D. (2007). Instructional/Functional WebPages. Ashland University Schar College of Education Technology Training Forums. Ashland, OH. April 13, 2007.
Romano, D. (2007). Tablet PCs & SmartBoards. Ashland University Schar College of Education Technology Training Forums. Ashland, OH. March 2, 2007.
Romano, D. (2007). Horizon Wimba: Web Conferencing. Ashland University Schar College of Education Technology Training Forums. Ashland, OH. February 2, 2007.
Romano, D. (2006). Faculty Learning Community: Teaching with Technology. Integrating Technology into Teaching and Learning Conference. Columbus, OH. September 22, 2006.
Romano, D. (2006). Web Conferencing: Horizon Wimba and Live Classroom. Integrating Technology into Teaching and Learning Conference. Columbus, OH. September 22, 2006.
Romano, D. (2005). Electronic Portfolios. Academic Library Association of Ohio Curriculum Materials Center Interest Group Workshop. Kent, OH. April, 2005.
Romano, D. (2004). Are Students Ready for Web-Enhanced Learning Environments? Ashland University Faculty College. Ashland, OH. August, 2004.
Romano, D. (2003). Creating Electronic Portfolios. Collegiate Middle Level Association. Ashland University, Ashland, OH. October, 2003.
Romano, D. (2003) Using Technology as a Teaching and Learning Tool. Ohio School Boards Association. Columbus, OH. February 2003.
Romano, D. (2003). The Paperless Classroom. Ashland University Faculty College. Ashland, OH. January, 2003
Romano, D. (2003). The Tribulation and Turmoil of Integrating Technology in the Classroom. Ashland University Faculty College. Ashland, OH. January, 2003.
Romano, D. (2000). Motivate Struggling Students Using Technology Integration Across the Curriculum for all Learners. Ohio School Boards Association. Columbus, OH. November, 2000.
Romano, D. (1999). Literacy Software for Students with Diverse Learning Needs. North Central Ohio Special Education Regional Resource Center (NCOSERRC). School Year, 1999-2000.
Romano, D. (1999). Software for Integration of Technology into the Classroom. Math/Science Lead Teacher Conference, Mid-Ohio ESC. October 1999.
Romano, D. (1995). Software for the GRAD Program Across the State. Ohio Vocational Association State Conference, Columbus, OH. August 1995.
GRANTS
ARC Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce and Economic Revitalization (Power), $1,500,000 (Funded)
West Virginia Advance Grant: Rapid Response Workforce Development, $175,250 (Funded)
Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education FY 2019: $279,017 (Funded)
USDOE First in the World Program-Development, $3,000,000 (Submitted 6/30/2015) Author, Project Director, October 2015-August 2019, Pathways to Innovative Online Programs
Martha Holden Jennings Foundation, $33,000 (Submitted by James VanKeuren – Funded) Contributor, May 2011-April 2012, Training and Implementation of Learning Management System (LMS) for Mansfield City Schools for teachers and students in 7th & 8th grade mathematics.
eTechOhio Teacher Preparation Grant, $100,000 (Submitted – Not Funded – Ranked 12th out of 26. Eleven grants were funded.) Program Developer, Summer 2011, Collaborative Partnership between IHE and K12 Institutions. Planning to submit again and to various funding agencies.
Ashland University Web-based Distance Education Development Grant, $4,000 Course Developer, Summer 2008, Web-based Course Development, EDCI 538: Methods for Integrating Technology.
Ashland University Web-based Distance Education Development Grant, $4,000 Course Developer, Spring 2008, Web-based Course Development, EDCI 536: Instructional Design.
Ashland University, College of Education, $6,374.75 Team Member, 2007, Romano, D. & Knickerbocker, J. received technology grant to purchase twenty-five Palms for literacy/technology integration.
Ashland University New Dimensions Grant, $500 Principal Developer, 2007, Purchase of Palm for technology integration.
Ashland University New Dimensions Grant, $500 Principal Developer, 2006, Integration of video conferencing to partner with current educators to share experiences with pre-service educators for technology integration procedures and experiences.
Teacher Education Grant Program, Inspiration Software, Inc., $2,750 Software Team Leader, 2006, Received 125 Site License InspireData.
Teacher Education Grant Program, Inspiration Software, Inc., $8,147.50 Software Team Leader, 2006, Received 125 Site License Kidspiration & Inspiration and 50 Device License Inspiration Palm.
Technology Mentor Project, Ohio Board of Regents' PT3 Catalyst Grant, $11,000 Technology Mentor, 2005-2007, Recruit, support and nurture faculty as they plan to use technology in their teaching.
Ashland University Web-based Distance Course Development Grant, $3,000 Principal Developer, Spring, 2005, Developed a Web-based distance course to improve the learning experience for graduate or undergraduate students, EDCI 253/581: Assistive and Instructional Technology for Intervention
State Superintendent’s Task Force-Special Education Personnel Recruitment, $50,000, Principal Participant, 2001-2003, Production of DVDs for recruitment of special education personnel
Educational Software Preview Center Development Grant , $6,800, Principal Participant, 2001, Received educational software to establish an Educational Software Preview Center to support in-service & pre-service educators in the software selection process.
Richland County Foundation-Teacher Assistance Program, $2,500 Principal Participant, 2000, Talking Text -Students learn techniques that incorporate computers and assistive technology strategies to aid in the improvement of reading comprehension and written composition.
ORCLISH Pioneer Project-Assistive Technology, $3,000, Team leader, 2000, Assistive Technology Resource Committee-Interactive video conference presentation which aided in the collaborative problem-solving and progress monitoring skills for assistive technology throughout the district.