My Philosophy

A doctoral degree is like a key to a door. Opening the door is important to you. What you do once the door is open is important to the world.

My Background

I have two Masters degrees – an MBA focusing on information systems and a MS in counseling psychology. My doctoral degree is in Higher Education with a focus on research methodology and statistics. I have also done extensive post-graduate work in qualitative research methodology.

My Research Interests

You can get an overall feel for my research interests by referencing the Publications list on my home page. While I have been involved in a broad range of research throughout the years, my current interests include:

• Online communities of practice.

• Attrition in online learning environments.

• Student motivation & achievement.

• Learning in virtual environments.

• Interaction between technology and human factors.

My Service as a Committee Member or Methodological Advisor

I am more than willing to work with you and the chair of your dissertation as a committee member. Please check with your chair first! In many instances, although not as a formal committee member, I am asked to give advice or insight into a particular research methodology or design. Given your chair’s permission, never hesitate to ask.