2008

Capella University, Minneapolis, MN

Dissertation Topic: Interaction equivalency in self-paced online learning environments: An exploration of learner preferences

2003

Seattle Pacific University, Seattle, WA

2000

North Central University, Minneapolis, MN

Instructional Technology

Online Instruction

Instructional Design

Web Design and Development

CSCI275 – Elementary Web Design

CSCI475 – Web Development

CSCI575 – Web Development

Educational Psychology

Educational Measurement and Evaluation

Educational Statistics

Exceptional Student and Inclusion

Foundations: Issues and Ideas in American Education

How People Learn

Introduction to Graduate Research

Language Development and Literacy

Models of Teaching

Research Evaluation

School Curriculum

Theories of Learning and Instruction

Understanding Today’s Instructional Environments

Values and Ethics in Education

Advanced Web Communications

Critical Education Practice and the Internet

Learning with Technology

Integrating Technology Across the Curriculum

Internet Computing

Issues and Advances in Educational Technology

Networking and Telecommunications for Education

Teaching with Technology

Technology and Learning

The Internet and Computing

Using Technology to Build Learning Communities

Web Design I, II

TEACHING INTERESTS – Educational Technology (NIU Courses)

ETT229 – Computers in Education

ETT402 – Teaching and Learning with Technology

ETT429 – Computers in Classroom Teaching

ETT510 – Instructional Media and Technology

ETT511 – Advanced Media Design Techniques

ETT529 – Theories of Computer-based Education

ETT530 – Instructional Technology Tools

ETT535 – Distance Education: Design and Delivery

ETT536 – Web-based Learning

ETT560 – Instructional Design I

ETT562 – Instructional Design II

Administration and Leadership of Distance Education

Advanced Instructional Design

Building Online Learning Communities

Corporate and Technical Training

Curriculum Design

Curriculum Development for Online Learning

Delivery of Distance Education

Ethical and Fair Use of Instructional Materials

Ethics and Social Responsibility in Distance Education

Evaluation and Assessment of Instructional Design

Instructional Design I, II, III

Instructional Media Tools

Interface Design

Introduction to Distance Education

Leadership for Instructional Design

Multimedia Tools

Needs Assessment: Models and Procedures

Needs Analysis for Instructional Design

Project Management for e-Learning Development

Principles of Instructional Design

Research Strategies and Methodologies for Online Learning

Storyboarding for Instructional Design

Theoretical Basis of Instructional Design

Training and Performance Systems

Rhode, J. F. (2009). Interaction equivalency in self-paced online learning environments: An exploration of learner preferences. The International Review of Research in Open and Distance Learning, 10(1).

Rhode, J. F. (2008, November). Using educational social software to foster socially constructed self-paced learning. Paper to be presented at the 2008 AECT International Convention, Orlando, FL.

Rhode, J. F. (2008, May 8). The chicken or the Elgg? Developing a socially constructed self-paced learning environment. Paper presented at the Sloan-C International Symposium on Emerging Technology Applications for Online Learning.

Cabrera, D., Krishnamurthi, M., & Rhode, J. (2005, June 28). Online multimedia module on responsible conduct on research data management. Paper presented at the 2005 World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia & Telecommunications.

Rhode, J. F., & Richter, S. L. (2009, Oct. 16) Blogger beware: Teaching with blogs best practices. Presented at the 2009 SLATE Conference, Chicago, IL | handout | links |

Rhode, J. F. (2008, April 21). Review of effective web 2.0 technology and best practices for instruction. Presented at the 2009 ITL Virtual Conference at the University of Illinois at Chicago. | handout / links

Rhode, J. F. (2008, April 20). Google everything: Review of Google tools for teaching and learing. Presented at the 2009 ITL Virtual Conference at the University of Illinois at Chicago. | handout / links

Rhode, J. F. (2007, Oct. 5). Web 2.0 gizmos and gadgets: Moving beyond the walls of Blackboard. Presented at the 2007 SLATE Conference, Chicago, IL. | handout | links | recorded audio [mp3] | podcast [xml] | podcast [iTunes] |

Cabrera, D., Krishnamurthi, M., & Rhode, J. F. (2007, Jun. 28). Promoting Research Mentoring and Collaboration through Flash-based Role Simulation. Presented at the Ed-Media 2007 World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia & Telecommunications.

Cabrera, D., Krishnamurthi, M., & Rhode, J. F. (2007, Apr. 4). Promoting responsible conduct of research through online quick guides. Presented at the 10th Annual Teaching and Learning with Technology Conference, West Lafayette, IN.

Rhode, J. F. (2006, Oct. 20). The RSS revolution: Using blogs and podcasts to distribute learning content. Presented at the 2006 SLATE Conference, Chicago, IL.

Krishnamurthi, M. & Rhode, J. F. (2006, June 21). Promoting academic integrity through an online module. Paper presented at the 2006 American Society for Engineering Education Conference.

Scheidenhelm, C. S. & Rhode, J. F. (2006, Mar. 14). Collaborative technology support: Can’t we all just get along? Presented at the Educause Midwest Regional Conference 2006.

Rhode, J. F. (2005, Oct. 28). Two sides of the coin: Preparing students for online learning. Presented at the 2005 SLATE Conference, Chicago, IL.

Rhode, J. F. (2009, December 4). Creating more engaging courses using Blackboard 9 communication and assessment tools. Presented at Kansas City University of Medicine and Biomedicine.

Rhode, J. F. (2009, June 24). Online assessment strategies in Blackboard. Presented at DePaul Online Teaching Series, DePaul University. | handout |

Rhode, J. F. (2009, May 20). Web 2.0 gizmos and gadgets. Presented at Faculty Summer Institute on Teaching Technologies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. | handout | links |

Rhode, J. F. (2009, May 20). Mastering micro-blogging. Presented at Faculty Summer Institute on Teaching Technologies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. | handout | links |

Rhode, J. F. (2009, May 19). Quick and simple creation of educational tutorials. Presented at Faculty Summer Institute on Teaching Technologies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. | handout | links |

Rhode, J. F. (2009, May 19). Getting started creating web pages with Google Sites. Presented at Faculty Summer Institute on Teaching Technologies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. | handout | links |

Rhode, J. F. (2008, June 3). Media Mashups.  Presented at Faculty Summer Institute, Governors State University. | handout |links |

Rhode, J. F. (2008, May 13). Getting Started Creating Web Pages with Google Page Creator.  Presented at Faculty Summer Institute on Teaching Technologies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. | handout | links |

Rhode, J. F. (2008, May 13). Introduction to Social Bookmarking. Presented at Faculty Summer Institute on Teaching Technologies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. | handout | links |

Rhode, J. F. (2008, May 14). Mastering Micro-Blogging. Presented at Faculty Summer Institute on Teaching Technologies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. | handout | links |

Rhode, J. F. (2008, May 14). Media Mashups Using Kaltura. Presented at Faculty Summer Institute on Teaching Technologies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. | handout | links |

Rhode, J. F. (2007, May 15). Personal Learning Environments. Presented at Faculty Summer Institute on Teaching Technologies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.

Rhode, J. F. (2007, June 26). Blackboard 7.2 Gradebook. Presented at Loyola University Chicago.

Rhode, J. F. (2007, June 26). Blackboard 7.2 Tests and Surveys. Presented at Loyola University Chicago.

Rhode, J. F. (2007, June 14). Blackboard 7.2 Gradebook. Presented at Loyola University Chicago.

Rhode, J. F. (2007, June 14). Blackboard 7.2 Tests and Surveys. Presented at Loyola University Chicago.

Rhode, J. F. (2007, May 15). Personal Learning Environments. Presented at Faculty Summer Institute on Teaching Technologies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. | Links | Slides |

Rhode, J. F. (2007, May 15). Introduction to Social Bookmarking. Presented at Faculty Summer Institute on Teaching Technologies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. | Links | Slides |

Rhode, J. F. (2006, August 15). Online Assessment to Facilitate Teaching and Learning. Presented at Loyola University Chicago.

Rhode, J. F. (2006, July 14). Online Assessment to Facilitate Teaching and Learning. Presented at Loyola University Chicago.

Rhode, J. F. (2006, June 29). Online Assessment to Facilitate Teaching and Learning. Presented at Loyola University Chicago.

Rhode, J. F. (2005, September 26). Blackboard Assessment Tools. Presented at Faculty Fall In-service, Valley Forge Christian College.

Rhode, J. F. (2005, September 26). Blackboard Gradebook Tools. Presented at Presented at Faculty Fall In-service, Valley Forge Christian College.

Rhode, J. F. (2005, August 18). Mastering the Control Panel in Blackboard. Presented at Faculty Summer In-service, Valley Forge Christian College.

Rhode, J. F. (2005, August 18). Redesigning Course Materials for Online Delivery. Presented at Faculty Summer In-service, Valley Forge Christian College.

Rhode, J. F. (2005, August 18). Overview of Online Teaching. Presented at Faculty Summer In-service, Valley Forge Christian College.

Rhode, J. F. (2005, August 17). Blackboard Overview. Presented at Faculty Summer In-service, Valley Forge Christian College.

Rhode, J. F. (2005, May 19). Introduction to Macromedia Fireworks. Presented at Faculty Summer Institute on Teaching Technologies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.

Scheidenhelm, C. L., & Rhode, J. F. (2005, May 18). Building academic communities using online discussion. Presented at Faculty Summer Institute on Teaching Technologies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.

Rhode, J. F. (2005, May 18). When Google doesn’t find it: Web search strategies for the classroom. Presented at Faculty Summer Institute on Teaching Technologies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.

Scheidenhelm, C. L., & Rhode, J. F. (2005, May 17). Blackboard basics II: The instructor’s view. Presented at Faculty Summer Institute on Teaching Technologies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.

Scheidenhelm, C. L., & Rhode, J. F. (2005, May 17). Blackboard basics I: The student’s view. Presented at Faculty Summer Institute on Teaching Technologies, University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign.

Association for Educational Communications & Technology

Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education

Illinois Association for Educational Communications & Technology

United States Distance Learning Association

Project Team Member :: "An Online Tutorial for Faculty for Promoting Academic Integrity." funded by the Committee for the Improvement of Undergraduate Education’s Project for the Improvement of Undergraduate Education Grant, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL, 2006.

Project Team Member :: "Promoting Academic Integrity Through an Online Module," funded by the Committee for the Improvement of Undergraduate

Education’s Project for the Improvement of Undergraduate Education Grant, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL, 2005.

Project Team Member :: "Promoting Responsible Peer-Review and Publishing Through Interactive e-Learning Experience," funded by the Office of Research Integrity, Rockville, MD, 9/1/2005 to 12/31/2006.

Project Team Member :: "Active Learning Online on Responsible Mentoring and Collaboration," funded by the Office of Research Integrity, Rockville, MD, 9/1/2004 to 12/31/2006.

Northern Illinois University	2006-present	Assistant Director, Faculty Development and Instructional Design Center
Northern Illinois University	2004-2006	Online Technologies Coordinator, Faculty Development and Instructional Design Center
Concordia University Chicago	2009-present	Adjunct Faculty
University of Illinois	2008-present	Adjunct Faculty
Valley Forge Christian College	2004-present	Adjunct Faculty
Online Learning Design	2004-present	Independent Online Instructional Design Consultant and Web Developer
Seattle Pacific University	2004-2005	Adjunct Faculty

NIU Blackboard Learning System Administrative Committee : 2004-present

NIU Blackboard Learning System Status Committee : 2004-present

NIU Representation To SLATE: Midwest Blackboard Users Support Group : 2004-present

2008 SLATE Star Award in recognition of outstanding contributions and dedicated service to the Midwest Blackboard Users Group (SLATE).

Available upon request

Last updated: 12/14/2009