EDUCATION
Ph.D., Georgia State University, Instructional Technology & Design, May 2011
M.A., Auburn University, English, December 1997
B.S., magna cum laude, Troy State University at Dothan, English and American History, June 1995
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
2011-present |
Online Learning Consultant, Georgia State University
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2011-present |
Web Publishing Consultant, Kennesaw State University
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2011-present |
Instructor, Georgia State University
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2009-2011 |
Graduate Teaching Assistant, Georgia State University
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2008-present |
Online Course Reviewer, Southern Polytechnic State University
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2008-2009 |
Graduate Research Assistant, Georgia State University
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2007-2009 |
Research Fellow & Virtual Education Series Director
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2005-2007 |
E-learning Designer & Instructor
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2003-2004 |
Instructor, North Carolina State University
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2003 |
Instructor, Shaw University
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2002-present |
Online Faculty, University of Phoenix Online
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2001-2003 |
Instructor, Michigan State University
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1998 |
Instructor, Tuskegee University
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1998-1999 |
Instructor |
COURSES TAUGHT
University |
Course Number |
Course Title |
Year- Sections
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Georgia State University |
IT 3210 |
Teaching, Learning and Technology Integration
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2011-2 |
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IT 7360 |
Integrating Technology into School-Based Learning Environments
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2009-1 |
University of Phoenix Online |
COMM 101 |
Written Communication |
2004-4 |
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COMM 105 |
Introduction to Effective Written Communication
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2005-3 |
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COMM 215 |
Professional Communication
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2005-3 |
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COMM 299 |
Communication in the Global Village
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2006-1 |
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LIT 225 |
Literature in Society |
2005-4 |
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HUM 103 |
Media and the Arts |
2011-1 |
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HUM 186 |
Media Influences on American Culture
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2011-1 |
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HUM 266 |
Creativity through the Ages |
2011-1 |
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HUM 301 |
Media and The Global Village
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2004-1 |
North Carolina State University |
ENG 101 |
Academic Writing & Research
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2004-2 |
Shaw University |
ENG 111 |
College English and Composition II
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2003-1 |
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ENG 112 |
College Composition and Argument
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2003-1 |
Michigan State University |
EAP 400 |
English for Academic Purposes (ESL)
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2003-2 |
Auburn University |
ENGL 1100 |
English Composition I |
1999-1 |
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ENGL 1120 |
English Composition II |
1999-1 |
Tuskegee University |
ENG 101 |
English Composition I |
1998-1 |
PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
Journal Articles
Russell, L. R., Parker, J., Bolden, N., & Sherman, H. (2011). Free, cheap, easy & effective: Case study of knowledge management strategies for building a global community of practice. Journal of Education and Development using Information and Communication Technology, 7(2), 68-77.
Russell, L. R. & Shoffner, M. B. (2010, April). Performance Analysis Case Study of United States to India Software Development Migration Process. Performance Improvement 49(4), pp. 35-40.
Russell, L. R. (2008). Training for innovation in India: Cultural considerations and strategic implications. Performance Improvement Quarterly 21(2), pp. 37 - 48.
Book Chapter
Russell, L. R. (2010). Case study on training collaboration between NASA and private Indian organization for immersive 3D visualization educational products. In W. Kinuthia & S. Marshall (Eds.) Cases'n'Places: Global Cases in Educational Technology.
Conference Presentation Proceedings & Abstracts
Russell, L.R. & Kinuthia, W. (2011, November). Applying Young’s Culture-Based Model as a research lens to explore cultural interactions in the instructional design process. Paper accepted to be presented and included in the proceedings of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology 2011 International Conference, Jacksonville, FL.
Cuevas, J. A., Russell, L.R. & Irving, M. (2011, April). Getting them to read: Testing the effects of independent silent reading and cognitive tools on secondary students' achievement and motivation. In Proceedings of the 2011 American Educational Research Association (AERA) Conference in New Orleans, LA.
Russell, L. R. & Cuevas, J. (2010, June). Animating the High School Student Reading Experience: A DIY Guide. In Proceedings of World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia and Telecommunications 2010 in Chesapeake, VA, 3070-3075.
Russell, L.R., Stone, D., Wang, Q. & Wang, X. (2010, May). Exploring the Use of Social Networking Tools to Support a Community of Practice in China. In Z. Abas et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of Global Learn Asia Pacific 2010, in Penang, Malaysia, 1372-1375.
Russell, L. R. & Wang, C. X. (2009, October). Cross-sector, cross-border teams navigating the instructional design process: A case study. Presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT) 2009 International Convention, Louisville, KY.
Russell, L. R. & Cuevas, J. A. (2009, April). Design Decisions between Teacher and Technologist in Developing Classroom Reading Modules with Everyday Software. In I. Gibson et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education (SITE) International Conference 2009 in Charleston, SC, 2109-2114.
Hughes, A. & Russell, L.R. (April, 2002). Creating and assessing multi-task web portfolios. Presented at TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages) conference, Salt Lake City, Utah.
Manuscripts in Submission
Russell, L.R. (Submitted). Identifying Complex Cultural Interactions in the Instructional Design Process: A Case Study of a Cross-Border, Cross-Sector Training for Innovation Program. British Journal of Educational Technology.
Cuevas, J. A., Irving, M. & Russell, L. R. (Submitted). Applied Cognition: Getting them to read- Testing the effects of independent silent reading on secondary students' achievement and attribution. Contemporary Educational Psychology.
SPONSORED ACTIVITIES
In Proposal
The use of technology to disseminate new innovations from grant activities. Outreach Core of the Child Maltreatment Injury Research Center. Submitted to the Centers for Disease Control.
Role: Digital Media Consultant
Technology‐based training and coaching for implementing an evidence‐based parenting program. National SafeCare Training & Research Center. Submitted to the National Institute of Health.
Role: Instructional Technology Research Consultant
Awarded
Services and supports for children at risk: Intervening early to prevent juvenile delinquency and other adverse outcomes (2008-2011). National SafeCare Training & Research Center. Awarded by the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention. $1,028,000.
Role: Online Learning Consultant
Digital training and knowledge management strategies for a global research institute (2007-2009). Research fellowship awarded by the India, China, and America Institute. $40,000.
INVITED PRESENTATIONS
Russell, L.R.(2011, October). Known knowns and unknown unknowns: Facilitating metacognition in online discussions. A presentation for the Center for Instructional Innovation, Georgia State University.
Russell, L.R. (2010, October). Cross-Pollination of doctoral research in the College of Education. Panel presentation for the College of Education Doctoral Symposium, Georgia State University.
Russell, L.R. & Char, A.S. (2009, November). Computer basics. A one-day workshop for volunteer local outreach program with Atlanta University Center Library.
Russell, L.R. & Angone, S. (2006, March). Writing effective business replies. A professional development presentation for the Mexican American Business Chamber, Chamblee, GA.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
ITFORUM Representative, AECT Graduate Student Assembly, 2011
Managing Editor, Journal of Emerging Knowledge on Emerging Markets, India, China & America Institute, 2009-present
Board Member, Melkote, Inc.: Education, Health & Hygiene in Rural India, 2009-present
Invited Reviewer, International Journal of Education and Development using ITC, 2008-present
President, Graduates in Instructional Technology Student Organization, Georgia State University, 2009-2011
Invited Judge, 5th Annual E-learning Excellence Awards, American Society for Training and Development (ASTD), Technology-Based Learning SIG, Atlanta, November 2010
Moderator and Coordinator, Around the World in Asian Days Virtual Seminar Series, India, China, and America Institute, 2008
Moderator and Coordinator, Tap into Chindia Global Virtual Seminar Series, India, China, and America Institute, 2009
Full-time Volunteer, AECT International Convention, Orlando, November 2008
Invited Research Award Reviewer, AERA Young Researcher Award, 2008
Invited Research Proposal Reviewer, on behalf of Society of International Chinese in Educational Technology (SICET) for AECT International Convention, Anaheim, October 2007
Member since 2007
- American Society of Training & Development (ASTD)
- American Educational Research Association (AERA)
- Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)
- Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT)
- Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce’s (MACOC) Global Commerce Council
HONORS
Outstanding Doctor of Philosophy Student, Georgia State University, College of Education, Instructional Technology Program, 2008-2009
Royal Flame Award, Intercultural Program of the Year, Georgia State University, for Graduates in Instructional Technology Student collaboration with Zoo Atlanta’s Academy for Conservation Training in China, 2009
First Place Winner, One Book, One Community Essay Contest, Michigan State University, 2003
Best Undergraduate English Student, Troy State University at Dothan, 1995