Curriculum
Vitae
Education/Affiliations
Academic Degrees
PhD Canterbury Christ Church University/Trinity College and Theological Seminary
Doctor of Philosophy in Philosophy & Religious Studies
Expected graduation: December 2011
MA Colorado Christian University
Masters of Curriculum & Instruction
Thesis: The Moral Commons: Ethics and Worldview
Certificate, Online Course Developer
Expected graduation: 2010
BA University of Calgary
Analytic Philosophy
MBA Dalhousie University
Program Evaluation, Environmental Management
BA University of Calgary
Humanities, Sciences, Law in the Liberal Arts
Scholarships
Trinity Theological Seminary Tuition Scholarship 2006
Certificates
University Teaching Certificate
University of Calgary
Certified Program Planner
Learning Resource Network
Media Relations Training
University of Calgary
The 7 Habits/4 Roles Leadership Training
Franklin Covey
Precept Bible Study & Leadership Training
Precept International
Academic Appointments
External Supervisor for Masters Thesis: "Promoting Sustainable Homebuilding by Assessing Informal Environmental Education Precedents", Faculty of Environmental Design, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta
Professional Affliliations
American Academy of Religion (ARR)
American Society for Training & Development (ASTD)
Society of Christian Philosophers (SCP)
Evangelical Philosophical Society (EPS)
Other Affliliations
American Christian Fiction Writers
Christians for Biblical Equality International (CBE)
Christian Writers Guild
Professional Employment
Online Instructor using Blackboard
Mount Royal University, Calgary, Alberta
2006 - Present
- Teaching both in the classroom and online Management courses within the Event Planning Certificate Program
- Assignment/text creation, evaluation and constructive feedback, discussion group facilitation, live chat office hours
Online Writing Tutor
SMARTHINKING.COM, Washington, D.C.
2009 - 2010
- Constructive tutoring for college students in writing descriptive and literary essays, philosophical arguments, ESL concerns
Program Director, Science, Energy & Environment
University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta
1998 - 2004
- Managed revenue generating business of over 100 courses and certificate programs
- Developed industry and university strategic partnerships, negotiated contracts
Training Consultant
Knowledge Alliance, Calgary, Alberta
1996 - 1998
- Team Leader, strategic planning, managed programs, internal marketing, networking
- Workshop development; communications planning, logistics, public speaking
Education and Training Consultant
Gaia Consultants Inc., Calgary
1997
- Contracted to develop and facilitate a workshop on Virtual Field Trips, in preparation for a submission of a proposal to the Learning Enhancement Envelop, AAECD
- Organized communications, logistics, conducted research, prepared and designed handouts, presented AAECD information at workshop, facilitated workshop sessions; prepared workshop evaluation report
Project Manager and Business Analyst
Nova Scotia Department of the Environment, Halifax, Nova Scotia
1995 - 1996
- Business development; assessment for commercialization; identified new opportunities
- Developed conference for Eastern provinces on environmental business
Researcher/Consultant
S.E.M. (Safety & Environmental Management) Consultants Ltd.
1994
- Contracted to conduct safety & environmental audit for major processing plant in Calgary; protective equipment and practices; air monitoring and analysis; waste streams
- Utilized participatory on-site research approach with both plant workers and management; in depth literature review for regulations.
- Professional report writing and presentation; information utilized in developing Plant health & safety Environmental Management Systems Plan policy manual.
Researcher
Atlantic Health Promotion Research Centre, Halifax, Nova Scotia
1993
- Conducted research on health promotion and program evaluation
- Networking with health professionals throughout Atlantic Canada
Researcher
Dr. Harry Hiller, Department of Sociology, University of Calgary, Calgary
1989
- Conducted research on demographic trends of boom and recession activity in Canada for Dr. Hiller's 2nd Edition of Canadian Society: A Macro Analysis
- Statistical analysis of data; designed and prepared computerized graphs and tables of research
Teaching, Facilitation and Speaker Experience
Online Instructor using Blackboard, Mount Royal University, 2006 - present
- Resource Management
- Logistics
- Risk Management
- Production Management
- Final Project Development
- Ethics, Writing Skills and Professionalism
Writing Tutor, SMARTHINKING.COM, 2009 - 2010
Inductive Biblical Studies Teacher, 2001-2003
30th Anniversary Conference for the Canadian Association for University Continuing Education (CAUCE), Program Chair and Speaker Presenter, 2003
Bible Study Teacher at Russian Orphan Summer Camps, 2000
First National Forum on Engineering & Continuing Education, Presenter, 1999
Appegga "Excellence in Education" Awards Night, Guest Presenter, 1999
Workshop Developer and Facilitator, "Virtual Field Trips" proposal to the Learning Enhancement Envelop, AAECD, 1997
Life Skills for Youth in Distress, 1986-1988
Publications
- Lessons Learned in Lifelong Learning: Industry Partnerships are Key, Faculty of Engineering Annual Report 1999, University of Calgary
- Centra Symposium Helps the University of Calgary Deliver Environmental Stewardship Training, Western Environmental Business Publication, Vol.2, Issue 3, Winter 2000
- Conference a Joyful Experience, Christian Renewal Newspaper, April 2001
- Heretics Within, Christian Renewal Newspaper, November 2002
Interviews
"University Teaching Certificate Program Keeps on Rolling" Interviewed by the University of Calgary Teaching and Learning Centre.
Selected Achievements
Instructed and developed components for over 40 online courses in Risk Management and Ethical and Legal Issues, Resource Management, Logistics, and Production, Final Project Development in the Blackboard environment. Built trust and rapport through uplifting inspirational focused course instructions, developed team project collaborations, created thought provoking discussion questions; Lead students to think 'outside of the box', clarified input and articulated results to facilitate understanding in a timely manner. Prepared and marked assignments, exams; gave individualized written feedback. Result: Student evaluations rated my instruction as very good to excellent. Overall 80-90% of students would recommend taking my courses. Some students seek out courses I am teaching as they wish to secure solely my instruction; they state on the evaluation form, 'they wish they could take all their courses from Janet.'
Developed operational and marketing strategies to revitalize petroleum and environmental education and training program/business; collaborated with stakeholders to clarify and define objectives; researched and analyzed the external market environment; assessed internal competencies and weaknesses; formulated strategies and plans for market entry and growth; forecasted market penetration and revenue projections; authored the strategic business plan. Result: Increased enrolment and development of relevant training for industry professionals; experienced 100% increase in revenue in the first year of redevelopment.
Presented at a national professional engineering association conference, to a forum of 300-400 professional engineers, members of professional engineering associations, consultants and educators. Created dynamic PowerPoint presentation; clear and concise verbal communication; relevant content drawn from my industry experience to meet the needs of the audience. Result: Well received; my knowledge inspired the president of a major engineering association to request I present at an international engineering continuing education conference.
Identified emerging market in technology training area well in advance of other companies to capitalize and become the first in Alberta to offer the product to the public. Researched and read industry information, collaborative consultation with knowledgeable experts in the field; linkage with community group through volunteer support; hired the top expert to develop curriculum; created appealing marketing campaign; attracted media attention and interest from across Alberta. Result: Increased revenues 150% from anticipated goal; Created high profile for program.
Designed, developed and facilitated funding initiative workshop representing colleges and universities across Alberta, to secure funding for educational technology in a digital environment. Built trust and rapport through engaged listening and development of agenda to facilitate appropriate discussion; Lead participants to think 'outside of the box', clarified input and articulated results to facilitate understanding of all participants. Prepared a written proposal for submission to national funding organization. Result: Secured $150,000 from government funding source.
Provided Leadership and project management for the program design, development and implementation of a national professional education association conference. Developed 12 month plan of action and timeline to meet deadlines; led team of 8 members to brainstorm, develop and implement a dynamic and topical program relevant to the audience of 200 members; created speaker contracts, project management plan, speaker correspondence; provided troubleshooting pre-conference and during the actual event; provided professional introductions for keynotes. Result: Successful conference; evaluations were extremely positive; new members were thoroughly impressed; overall members were in agreed that it was the best conference they had experienced and felt it was great value for their money.
Designed, developed and facilitated funding initiative workshop representing colleges and universities across Alberta, to secure funding for educational technology in a digital environment. Built trust and rapport through engaged listening and development of agenda to facilitate appropriate discussion; Lead participants to think 'outside of the box', clarified input and articulated results to facilitate understanding of all participants. Prepared a written proposal for submission to national funding organization. Result: Secured $150,000 from government funding source.
Directed the evaluation and assessment of a major government emergency system in the Atlantic Region concerning the transportation, pulp & paper and oil & gas industries; utilized a logic model evaluation framework; designed and developed research techniques; conducted staff interviews in a professional and confidential manner; developed and conducted internal and external stakeholder survey; financial cost benefit analysis. Results: Report well received; statistical analysis and interview/survey outcomes provided results that helped the government to redesign their system to be more responsive and cost effective.
