Curriculum Vitae J. Michael Blocher, Ph.D. College of Education P.O. Box 5774 Northern Arizona University Flagstaff, AZ 86001-5774 Office: (928) 523-1897 [email protected]Academic History Ph.D. Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona. College of Education Major: Curriculum and Instruction. Emphasis: Educational Media and Computers. Dissertation: Self-regulation of cognitive strategies and motivation to enhance interaction and social presence in computer mediated communication. Dissertation Committee: Drs. M. S. McIsaac, G. G. Bitter, M. L. Smith, M. S. Meloth, and G. Wilson. M.A. University of Colorado, Boulder, Colorado. School of Education Major: Curriculum and Instruction. M.A. University on Northern Colorado, Greeley, Colorado. College of Education Major: Industrial Arts and Technology. B.S. Kent State University, Kent, Ohio. School of Journalism Major: Photo-Illustration. Professional History Teaching and Advisement
Ph.D. Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona.College of EducationMajor: Curriculum and Instruction.Emphasis: Educational Media and Computers.
Dissertation: Self-regulation of cognitive strategies and motivation to enhance interaction and social presence in computer mediated communication. Dissertation Committee: Drs. M. S. McIsaac, G. G. Bitter, M. L. Smith, M. S. Meloth, and G. Wilson.
M.A. University of Colorado, Boulder, Colorado.School of EducationMajor: Curriculum and Instruction.
M.A. University on Northern Colorado, Greeley, Colorado.College of EducationMajor: Industrial Arts and Technology.
B.S. Kent State University, Kent, Ohio.School of JournalismMajor: Photo-Illustration.
Professional History
Teaching and Advisement
Teaching Positions
2005 - Present Associate Professor, College of Education, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona.Responsibilities: Designing, developing and teaching graduate and undergraduate students enrolled in the Educational Technology courses. In addition, advise and chair doctoral students enrolled in the Curriculum & Instructional Doctoral Program.
1999 - 2005 Assistant Professor, College of Education, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona.Responsibilities: Designing, developing and teaching graduate and undergraduate students enrolled in the Educational Technology courses.
1998 - 1999 Clinical Assistant Professor, College of Education, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona.Responsibilities: Teaching graduate students enrolled in the Educational Media and Computers Graduate Program. Advising and serving on Masters and Doctoral students' committees.
1997 - 1998 Lecturer, College of Education, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona.Responsibilities: Teaching graduate students enrolled in the Educational Media and Computers Graduate Program. Advising and serving on Masters and Doctoral students' committees.
1994 - 1997 Adjunct Faculty, Business Department, Scottsdale Community College, Scottsdale, Arizona.Responsibilities: Teaching computer productivity and literacy courses for business program students, as well as four-year transfer students.
1993 - 1997 Teaching Assistant, College of Education, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona.Responsibilities: Designing and developing curriculum for and teaching the required technology in education course for undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in the teacher preparation program. Advising students and serving on Masters Comprehensive Exam committees.
1990 - 1993 Elementary Classroom Teacher, Poudre R-1 School District, Fort Collins, Colorado.Responsibilities: Classroom teacher of grades 4 and 5/6 combination. Disciplines included; math, science, language arts, and social studies. Member of the Leadership and Strategic Planning Committees.
1990 - 1992 Pre K-8 Summer School Teacher, Science Discovery Program, University of Colorado, Boulder, Colorado.Responsibilities: Teaching grades Pre-K through 8 summer science classes, including: Astronomy, Light and Color, and Photography.
1990 - Summer Middle Level Summer School Teacher, Front Range Community College, Westminster, Colorado.Responsibilities: Teaching grades 5 - 10 summer space and rocketry classes.
1990 - Spring Student Teacher, Adams 12 - Five Star School District, Westminster, Colorado.Responsibilities: Student teaching with full responsibility of a Grade 3 class.
Student Advisement
Doctoral Committees
Debra Steinman. Co-Chair. In progress. Northern Arizona University.
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Eri Ono. Co-Chair. In progress. Northern Arizona University.
Andrew Griffin. Ed.D. Chair. Management 311, online course in leadership: A case study evaluation. Successfully defended November 14, 2007. Northern Arizona University.
Andra Goldberg, Ed.D. Co-Chair. A case study of part-time faculty perceptions and experiences regarding technology training opportunities in higher education.. Successfully defended June 7, 2007. Northern Arizona University.
Mitch Hopewell, Ed.D. Chair. Meeting academic and professional expectations in the online professorate. Successfully defended April 16, 2007. Northern Arizona University.
John Doherty, Ed.D. In Facilitating interaction: The role of the reference librarian in online learning environments. Successfully defended April 5, 2007. Northern Arizona University.
Leslie Cramblet, Ph.D. Teaching without tools: The development of the goal orientations in adaptive learning (GOAL) scale. Successfully defended April 8, 2005. Northern Arizona University.
DeForest Quintin Joralmon, Ph.D. Effects of telecommunications support on the development and administration of a military training course. Successfully defended November 17, 2004, Arizona State University.
Robert Campbell, Ed.D. The effect of incentives on continuing implementation of Internet use in the classroom. Successfully defended September 29, 2004. Northern Arizona University.
Marios Miltiadou, Ph.D. Motivational constructs as predictors of success in the online classroom. Successfully defended October 2000. Arizona State University.
Veena Mahesh, Ph.D. The nature and purpose of feedback in a dialogic online learning community. Defended September 2000 Arizona State University.
David Winograd, Ph.D. The effects of trained moderation in online asynchronous distance learning. Successfully defended July 2000. Arizona State University.
Sara Wolf, Ph.D. The big six information skills™ as a metacognitive scaffold in solving information-based problems. Successfully defended July 2000. Arizona State University.
Chih Tu, Ph.D. An examination of social presence to increase interaction in online classes. Successfully defended May 2000. Arizona State University.
Vito Amato, Ph.D. The effect of learner control on knowledge gain in an interactive multimedia instructional environment. Successfully defended August 1999. Arizona State University.
Charalambos Vrasidas, Ph.D. Meanings of online and face-to-face interactions in a graduate course. Successfully defended May 1999. Arizona State University.
Melissa Pierson, Ph.D. Technology integration practice as a function of pedagogical expertise. Successfully defended April 1999. Arizona State University.
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Masters Committees
Northern Arizona University – The NAU M.Ed. in Educational Technology currently has over 400 enrolled students. To date, I have served on 69 successful Masters Capstone Committees.
Arizona State University – Served on 78 successfully completed as M.Ed. Committee Member, seven as Chair.
Research, Publications, and Professional Development
Books
Blocher, J. M., Amato, V., and Storslee, J. (1996). An Interactive Guide to the Internet, Indianapolis, ID: Macmillan.
Book Chapters
Tu, C. H. & Blocher, M. (2010). Web 2.0 learning environments in distance learning. In R. Papa (Ed.) Technology leadership for school improvement. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications, Inc.
Blocher, J.M. (2008). Computer mediated communication: Enhancing online group interactions. In M. S. Raisinghani (Ed.) Handbook of research on global information technology management in the digital economy. Hershey, PA: IGI Global Publishing.
Refereed Publications
Tu, C. H. and Blocher, M. (2008). Constructs for Web 2.0 learning environments: A theoretical metaphor. Educational Media, International, 45(4), 253-269.
Tu, C. H., Blocher, M. and Ntoruru, J. (2008). Integrate Social Networking Technology to Facilitate Online Professional Community. Educational Media, International, 45(4), 335-341.
Tu, C. H. and Blocher, M. (2008). Editorial: Learning in Social Networking Technology. Educational Media, Internationa1, 45(4), 249-251.
Blocher, J.M. (2005). Increasing learner interaction: using Jigsaw online. Educational Media International. 42(3).
Gess-Newsome, J., Blocher, M., Clark, J., Menasco, J., and Willis, E. (2003). Technology infused professional development: A framework for development and analysis. Contemporary Issues in Technology and Teacher Education [Online serial], 3(3). Available: http://www.citejournal.org/vol3/iss3/general/article2.cfm
Blocher, J. M., Echols, J., Sujo de Montes, L., Willis, E., and Tucker, G. (2003). Shifting from Instruction to Construction: A Personal Meaningful Experience. Action in Teacher Education. 24(4).
Blocher, J. M., Sujo de Montes, L., Willis, and E., Tucker, G. (2002). Online learning: Examining the successful student profile. Journal of Interactive Online Learning. 1(2).
McIsaac, M. S., Blocher, J. M., Mahesh, V., Ralston, K., and Vrasidas, C., (1999). Student interactions and perceptions of on-line courses, Educational Media International, 36(2).
McIsaac, M. S., and Blocher, J. M., (1998). How research in distance education can affect practice? Educational Media International, 35(1).
Invited Publications
Sujo de Montes, L. E. and Blocher, J. M. (2004). Educational Technology for the Twenty-first century: Integration, Innovation, and Learning. In D. Kain (Ed.). PreK-12 Education: Choices for Arizona’s future (pp. 120-136). Phoenix, AZ: 84th Arizona Town Hall.
Blocher, J. M., (1999). Integrating multiple distance delivery systems, Assessment and Accountability Forum. 9 (2).
Blocher, J. M. (1996). Internet and cyberspace and learning. Eisenhower National Clearinghouse CD-ROM: A Collection of Curriculum Standards and Frameworks for Mathematics and Science Education, ENC-007678.
Conference Proceedings
Tu, C. H., Blocher, M. and Ntoruru, J. (2008). Integrate Social Networking Technology to Facilitate Online Community Learning: EMI Special Issue Experiences. Proceedings of the Annual Conference of International Council for Educational Media 2008. , September 17-21, 2008, Portier, France.
Blocher, J.M. (2008). Digital Storytelling and Reflective Assessment. Proceedings of the 19th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. (SITE). March 3-7, 2008. Las Vegas, NV.
Blocher, J.M. and Tu, C., (2008). Utilizing a Wiki to Construct Knowledge. Proceedings of the 19th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. (SITE). March 3-7, 2008. Las Vegas, NV.
Goldberg, A., Blocher, J.M. and Tu, C., (2008). Teaching without Tools: A Case Study of Part-Time Faculty Perceptions and Experiences Regarding Technology Training. Proceedings of the 19th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. (SITE). March 3-7, 2008. Las Vegas, NV.
Armfield, S., Sujo de Montes, L., and Blocher, J.M. (2008). Meeting the needs of students, administration, and NCATE: Redesigning an undergraduate educational technology course to meet changing needs. Proceedings of the 19th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. (SITE). March 3-7, 2008. Las Vegas, NV.
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Sujo de Montes, L., Armfield, S., and Blocher, J.M. (2008). Video Games, Learning, and Instruction in the Middle School Classroom. Proceedings of the 19th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. (SITE). March 3-7, 2008. Las Vegas, NV.
Sujo de Montes, L., Willis, E. M., Blocher, J.M., Tucker, G., and Gunn, C. (2007). From the thinking board to NCATE/ISTE: How to grow an online graduate program. Proceedings of the 18th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. (SITE). March 26-30, 2007. San Antonio, TX.
Blocher, J.M., and Sujo de Montes, L. (2006). ePortfolio system for student learning and program evaluation. Proceedings of the 17th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Orlando, FL.
Blocher, J.M., Lane-Kelso, M., Sujo de Montes, L., Armfield, S., Zhan, H., and Karcz, G. (2006). Using a hybrid lab to teach computers in the classroom. Proceedings of the 17th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Orlando, FL.
Sujo de Montes, L., Foley, J., Lane-Kelso, M., and Blocher, J.M. (2006). Of public interest: Are preservice teachers being prepared to teach the citizenry of tomorrow? Proceedings of the 17th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Orlando, FL.
Sujo de Montes, L., Blocher, J.M., Armfield, S. (2005). Technology integration, change and pre-service teachers: Lessons learned. Proceedings of the 16th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Phoenix, Arizona.
Powell, P., Blocher, J.M. (2005). The intersection of PBL, constructionism, and technology to explore professional problems of teachers: High stakes testing and the disclosure of educational disparity. Proceedings of the 16th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Phoenix, Arizona.
Blocher, J.M., Sujo de Montes, L. (2005). Technology professional development delivery preferences. Proceedings of the 16th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Phoenix, Arizona.
Alley, P., Blocher, J.M., Markel, S. (2005). The road to assessment: An examination of one college’s systematic process for evaluating electronic portfolio software. Proceedings of the 16th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Phoenix, Arizona.
Blocher, J.M., Sherman, G., and Alley, P. (2004). Workshop Design Strategies for a Successful Technology Integration Faculty Development Program. Proceedings of the 15th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Atlanta, Georgia.
Zhan, H. and Blocher, J.M. (2004). Problem-solving Strategies Involved in Interactions in Instructional Design and Multimedia Authoring: A Dual Perspective of an Online Instructor and His student. Proceedings of the 15th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Atlanta, Georgia.
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Blocher, J.M. (2003). Multiple assessment strategies in an online competency-based master’s degree program: The Western Governors University model. Proceedings of the e-Learn 2003 World Conference on e-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, & Higher Education. Phoenix, Arizona.
Sherman, G., Blocher, J.M., and Alley, P. (2003). Technology integration professional development in teacher education: Three different approaches. Proceedings of the e-Learn 2003 World Conference on e-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, & Higher Education. Phoenix, Arizona.
Blocher, J.M. (2003). Designing, developing & implementing an online multimedia authoring course: Lessons learned. Proceedings of the 14th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Zhan, H., Nolan, W., and Blocher, J.M. (2003). PT3 supported telecommunications development: Program coordinator and student’s use. Proceedings of the 14th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Tucker, G., Armfield, S., and Blocher, J.M. (2003) Developing a hybrid site-based distance delivered introductory hands-on technology course. Proceedings of the 14th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Alley, P., Willis, B., Sherman, G., and Blocher, J.M. (2003). Technology integration frontier: A PT3 supported multi-faceted push for technology literacy at Northern Arizona University’s College of Education. Proceedings of the 14th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Savenye, W., Brush, T., Blocher, J. M., Horn, P., Chadwick, J., and Middleton, J. (2002). A multimedia database to improve teaching with technology: The “Best Practices” Digital Video Project. Proceedings of the Annual meeting for the Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Conference. Dallas, Texas.
Blocher, J. M. and Horn, P. (2002). Consortium building: The Northern Arizona University teaching and learning with technology PT3 project. Proceedings of the 13th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Nashville, Tennessee.
Tucker, G., Blocher, J. M., and Armfield, S. (2002). Evaluation of an integrated constructionist model for meaningful online learning. Proceedings of the 13th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Nashville, Tennessee.
Tucker, G. and Blocher, J. M. (2002). Collaborative learning and the online learner: Do those who choose online delivery want collaborative learning? Proceedings of the 13th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Nashville, Tennessee.
Sujo de Montes, L., Willis, E., Blocher, J. M. and Tucker, G. (2002). A comprehensive formative evaluation of an online masters' program. Proceedings of the 13th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Nashville, Tennessee.
Brush, T., Savenye, W., Ziobrowski, C., Middleton, J., Horn, P., Blocher, J. M., Chadwick, J., Oksuz, C., Li, J., Tan, A. and Kurz, T. (2002). Developing digital video resources to improve teaching with technology:
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The PT3. Proceedings of the 13th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Nashville, Tennessee.
Blocher, J. M. and Tucker, G. (2001). Using Constructionists principals in designing and integrating online collaborative interactions. Proceedings of the 12th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Orlando, Florida.
Tucker, G., Sujo de Montes, L., Willis, E.W. and Blocher, J.M. (2001). A study of faculty perceptions to the integration of systems thinking in the teacher preparation program at Northern Arizona University. Proceedings of the 12th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Orlando, Florida.
Sujo de Montes, L. and Blocher, J.M. (2001). From email to virtual reality: An online master’s of education in educational technology that models interaction. Proceedings of the 12th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. Orlando, Florida.
Blocher, J. M., Tu, C., and Tucker, G., (2000). Designing and integrating collaborative projects in online learning environments: A re-design. Proceedings [CD-ROM], Symposium on Virtual Learning: An International Exchange of Ideas. Northern Arizona University.
Conference Presentations
Blocher, J. M., Tu, C.H., Doherty, L., Harner, L., Orozco, G., Payne, L.Z., and Riek, E.K. Social networking software and collaborative authorship: Structure and dialogue. American Educational Research Association (AERA). April 13-17, 2009. San Diego, CA.
Tu, C. H., Blocher, M. and Ntoruru, J. (2008). Applying Social Networking Technology to Facilitate EMI Special Issue, Learning in Social Networking Technology. Association for Educational Communications Technology International Conference (AECT). November 4-8, 2008. Orlando, FL, USA.
Tu, C. H. and Blocher, M. (2008). An examination of knowledge constructions in Wiki Collaborative Learning Community. Association for Educational Communications Technology International Conference (AECT). November 4-8, 2008. Orlando, FL, USA.
Tu, C. H. and Blocher, M. (2008). Panel Discussion: Critical Thoughts on Online Learning Community: Collective Intelligence vs. Individual Intelligence. Association for Educational Communications Technology Annual Meeting (AECT). November 4-8, 2008. Orlando, FL, USA.
Tu, C. H., Blocher, M. and Ntoruru, J. (2008). Integrate Social Networking Technology to Facilitate Online Community Learning: EMI Special Issue Experiences. Annual Conference of International Council for Educational Media 2008. , September 17-21, 2008, Portier, France.
Blocher, J.M. (2008). Digital Storytelling and Reflective Assessment. 19th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. (SITE). March 3-7, 2008. Las Vegas, NV.
Blocher, J.M. and Tu, C., (2008). Utilizing a Wiki to Construct Knowledge. 19th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. (SITE). March 3-7, 2008. Las Vegas, NV.
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Goldberg, A., Blocher, J.M. and Tu, C., (2008). Teaching without Tools: A Case Study of Part-Time Faculty Perceptions and Experiences Regarding Technology Training. 19th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. (SITE). March 3-7, 2008. Las Vegas, NV.
Armfield, S., Sujo de Montes, L., and Blocher, J.M. (2008). Meeting the needs of students, administration, and NCATE: Redesigning an undergraduate educational technology course to meet changing needs. 19th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. (SITE). March 3-7, 2008. Las Vegas, NV.
Sujo de Montes, L., Armfield, S., and Blocher, J.M. (2008). Video Games, Learning, and Instruction in the Middle School Classroom. 19th International Conference of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education. (SITE). March 3-7, 2008. Las Vegas, NV.
Blocher, J.M. and Tu, C. (2007). Bridging the computer mediated communication gap. International Journal Continuing Engineering Education and Live Long Learning. 17(2/3).
Blocher, M. (2007). Digital storytelling in pre-service teacher preparation. International Council for Educational Media (ICEM). September 20-22, 2007. Nicosia, Cyprus.
Cornell, R., Pan, C., Tsai, M., Chien, Y., Tsai, M., Tu, C., and Blocher, M. (2007). The great debate – F2F, WWW, or Blended? Ten Proponents in Four Acts. International Council for Educational Media (ICEM). September 20-22, 2007. Nicosia, Cyprus.
Yen, C-J., Tu, C., and Blocher, J.M. (2007). A Study of the relationship between gender and online social presence. American Educational Research Association (AERA). April 9-13, 2007. Chicago, IL.
Blocher, J.M. and Tu, C. (2006). Anonymous discussions: Free to speak my mind. American Educational Research Association (AERA). April 7-11, 2006. San Francisco, CA.
Goldberg, A., and Blocher, J.M. (2006). Teaching without tools: The dilemma of professional development opportunities for part-time faculty. American Educational Research Association (AERA). April 7-11, 2006. San Francisco, CA.
Karcz, G. and Blocher, J.M. (2006). Planning for embedded technology within a teacher preparation program. American Educational Research Association (AERA). April 7-11, 2006. San Francisco, CA.
Blocher, J.M. (2005). Distributed learning: Reducing the distance in distance learning. American Educational Research Association (AERA). April 11-15, 2005. Montreal, Canada.
Blocher, J. M., and Tu, C. (2004). Gender in computer mediated communication. 17th Annual Conference of the Arizona Educational Research Organization. (AERO). October 28-29, 2004. Tempe, AZ.
Conn, C. and Blocher, J.M. (2004). Case Study: Educational Technology Master’s Degree Program Assessment Plan Development. American Educational Research Association (AERA). April 12-16, 2004. San Diego, CA.
Blocher, J.M., Bradshaw, A., Johari, A., Leh, A., and Tu, C. (2003). Continuing the discussion on research constructs in distance education: Enhancing learner interaction and building online learning
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communities. Association for Educational Communications & Technology’s Leadership & Technology International Convention (AECT). October 22-26, 2003. Anaheim, California.
Blocher, J.M. (2003). Online collaboration: Individual accountability with shared responsibility. Association for Educational Communications & Technology’s Leadership & Technology International Convention (AECT). October 22-26, 2003. Anaheim, California.
Blocher, J. M., Tucker, G., Armfield, S., and Sherman, G. (2002). Using a PT3 supported tiered model to provide support for a hybrid site-based distance delivered computers in the classroom course. Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Conference (AECT). November 12-17, 2002. Dallas, Texas.
Alley, P., Sherman, G., and Blocher, J. M., (2002). Building and maintaining a campus-specific support community for course developers. Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Conference (AECT). November 12-17, 2002. Dallas, Texas.
McIsaac, M., Winograd, D. Blocher, J. M., Bradshaw, A. C., Johari, A., Leh, A. S. C., and Tu, C., (2002). Continuing the discussion on research constructs in distance education: Enhancing learner interaction and building online learning communities. Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Conference (AECT). November 12-17, 2002. Dallas, Texas.
Savenye, W., Brush, T., Blocher, J. M., Horn, P., Chadwick, J., and Middleton, J. (2002). A multimedia database to improve teaching with technology: The “Best Practices” Digital Video Project. Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Conference (AECT). November 12-17, 2002. Dallas, Texas.
Blocher, J. M., Horn, P. (2002). Teaching and Learning with Technology: The Northern Arizona University e-Journal. The Annual PT3 Grantees Conference (PT3). July 25-28, 2002. Washington D.C.
Blocher, J. M., Sujo de Montes, L. (2002). Online learning: Value for all? American Educational Research Association (AERA). April 1-5, 2002. New Orleans, LA.
Blocher, J. M., Echols, J., Tucker, G., Sujo de Montes, L., Willis, E. (2002). Re-thinking the validity of assessment: A classroom teacher’s dilemma. American Educational Research Association (AERA). April 1-5, 2002. New Orleans, LA.
Savenye, W., Brush, T., Middleton, J., Blocher, J. M., Horn, P. (2002). Improving teaching with technology. American Educational Research Association (AERA). April 1-5, 2002. New Orleans, LA.
McIsaac, M., Blocher, J. M., Leh, A. S. C., Tu, C., and Winograd, D. (2001). Revisiting Research Constructs in Distance Education: Enhancing interaction to build online communities of learners. Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Conference (AECT). November 7-10, 2001. Atlanta, Georgia.
Savenye, W., Brush, T., Blocher, J. M., Horn, P., and Middleton, J. (2001). The "Best Practices" Project: Building a Multimedia Database on Technology and Teaching. Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Conference (AECT). November 7-10, 2001. Atlanta, Georgia.
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Blocher, J. M., Armfield, S. (2001). Interactive web-based learning at NAU. Northern Arizona Technology in Education Alliance (AzTEA) Technology Conference. October 13, 2001. Flagstaff, Arizona.
Blocher, J.M., Sujo de Montes, L., Tucker, G., and Willis, E.M., (2000). Preparing teachers to integrate technology using constructionist methodology: Don't teach me how I know I should teach; teach me how I want to be taught. Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Conference (AECT). October 25-28, 2000. Denver, Colorado.
McIsaac, M. S., Blocher, J.M., Leh, A., Miltiadou, M., Tu, C., and Winograd, D., (2000). Research constructs in distance education: Interaction, motivation and social presence. What have we learned? Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Conference (AECT). October 25-28, 2000. Denver, Colorado.
Tu, C., and Blocher, J. M. (2000). Knowledge construction community for online book review. Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Conference (AECT). October 25-28, 2000. Denver, Colorado.
Willis, E.M., Blocher, J.M., Sujo de Montes, L., and Tucker, G. (2000). The Northern Arizona University web-based M.Ed. in educational technology. Northern Arizona Technology in Education Alliance (AzTEA) Technology Conference. October 14, 2000. Flagstaff, Arizona.
Blocher, J. M. (2000). Discrepancies between learning beliefs and learning skills of severely at-risk students. Arizona Educational Research Organization (AERO). October 13, 2000. Tucson, Arizona.
Tu, C. H., and Blocher, J. M. (2000). Integrating student publishing and peer evaluation on the Internet using a database-driven design. American Educational Research Association (AERA). April 24-28, 2000. New Orleans, LA.
Blocher, J. M. and Tu, C. (2000). Designing and integrating collaborative projects in online learning environments. Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Conference (AECT). February 12-16, 2000. Long Beach, California.
Tu, C., and Blocher, J. M. (2000). Integrating student publishing and peer evaluation on the Internet using a database-driven design. Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Conference (AECT). February 12-16, 2000. Long Beach, California.
Blocher, J. M. (1999). Integrating multiple distance delivery systems to enhance online learning environments. Arizona Educational Research Organization (AERO). September 17, 1999. Flagstaff, Arizona.
McIsaac, M., Blocher, J. M., Mahesh, V., Ralston, K., and Vrasidas, C. (1998). Student interactions and perceptions of on-line courses. International Council for Educational Media Conference on Methods and Materials for the New Learning Environments. Helsinki, Finland.
Blocher, J. M., (1998). Computer mediated communication: Considerations for international distance learning. International Forum, Association for Educational Communications and Technology National Convention – AECT/InCITE ’98. St. Louis, Missouri.
McIsaac, M., Blocher, J. M. (1997). Research in distance education: Where do we go from here? International Council for Educational Media Conference on Media Education. Lisbon, Portugal.
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McIsaac, M., Blocher, J. M., Joralmon, D., Ralston, K., Tu, C. (1997). Online computer conferencing for global education. Association for Educational Communications and Technology National Convention – AECT/InCITE ’97. Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Blocher, J. M. (1996). Beginners guide to the Internet. 16th Annual Microcomputer in Education Conference. Tempe, Arizona.
Blocher, J. M. (1996). When curiosity knows no bounds - The challenge for middle level teachers. 16th Annual Microcomputer in Education Conference. Tempe, Arizona.
Blocher, J. M. (1996). Using the Internet to teach computer use in education. Association for Educational Communications and Technology National Convention – AECT/InCITE ’96. Indianapolis, Indiana.
McIsaac, M., Blocher, J. M., (1995). Using imaging technology for personal and social commentary. International Visual Literacy Association Conference, IVLA/IAECT ’95. Chicago, Illinois.
Blocher, J. M. (1995). Multimedia applications in education. 15th Annual Microcomputers in Education. Tempe, Arizona.
Blocher, J. M. (1994). Creating a visual catalogue for K-12 math and science software. International Visual Literacy Association Conference, Tempe, Arizona.
Clark, B., Blocher, J. M. (1994). Using microworlds of lego logo to teach mathematics. National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Western Regional Conference. Phoenix, Arizona.
Blocher, J. M., Storslee, J. (1994). Internet: The world is your classroom. 14th Annual Microcomputer in Education Conference. Tempe, Arizona.
Symposia, Invited Addresses and Colloquia
Blocher, J. M. (2007). Digital Storytelling Sabbatical Report. Presentation to and shared with the Northern Arizona University College of Education Community. Flagstaff, AZ. October 22, 2007.
Blocher, J. M. (2007) ePortfolios Presentation to Northern Arizona University Kappa Delta Pi Student Organization College of Education. Flagstaff, AZ. October 29, 2008.
Sujo de Montes, L. and Blocher, J.M. (May 23, 2006). Responding to Accreditation Needs: Aligning Curricula in an Online Graduate Program. Address to the Northern Arizona University eLearning Institute. Flagstaff, AZ.
Blocher, J. M., Armfield, S., and Alley, P. (May 22, 2006). Digital Storytelling. Address to the Northern Arizona University eLearning Institute. Flagstaff, AZ.
Blocher, J. M. (May 24, 2005). Adopting Electronic Portfolios. Address to the Northern Arizona University eLearning Institute. Flagstaff, AZ.
Blocher, J. M. (March 22, 2004). Online Learning. Address to the Northern Arizona University Statewide Advisory Committee. Phoenix, AZ.
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Blocher, J. M., Zahn, H. (November 16, 2002). Using the C&I Doctoral Web Site. Curriculum and Instruction Doctoral Program Regional Forum. Gilbert, Arizona.
Blocher, J. M., Costa, M., McCormack, A. (September 6, 2002). Universidad Nacional de Río Cuarto Facultad de Ciencias Humanas: PRIMERAS JORNADAS DE TECNOLOGIA EN EDUCACION Y EDUCACION A DISTANCIA TELECONFERENCIA VIA INTERNET. Online teleconference (interactive audio) colloquium with Universidad Nacional de Rio Cuarto university community – Flagstaff, Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona, and Rio Cuarto, Argentina.
Blocher, J. M. (June 20, 2001). Constructivismo Y Construccionismo en el Diseno Multimedial. Address to Universidad Nacional de Rio Cuarto university community – Rio Cuarto, Argentina.
Blocher, J. M., Brush, T. (August 30, 2000). K-12 Center Best Practices Database: A Prototype. Address to the K-12 Center Advisory Board. Senate Meeting Room, State Capital, Phoenix, Arizona.
Blocher, J. M., Chair, (August 28, 2000). Symposium on Virtual Learning: An International Exchange of Ideas. Scholars from Northern Arizona University, Hanyang University, Arizona State University, and George Washington University met to exchange paper on the topic of virtual learning. Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona.
Blocher, J. M. (April 14, 1999). Distance Learning: Changing the Landscape of Education. Address to the Faculty of Center for Excellence in Education, Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona.
Blocher, J. M. (1998). Learner Engagement and Computer Mediated Communication. Address to the Department of Instructional Technology, Utah State University, Logan, Utah. http://seamonkey.ed.asu.edu/~blocher/Dissertation
Blocher, J. M. (1997). Using the World Wide Web for Instructional Support. Address to College of Education, Department of Secondary Education, Curriculum and Instructional Technology, Valdosta State University, Valdosta, Georgia.
Blocher, J. M. (1997). Technology and Learning: A Graduate Studies Program. Address to College of Education, United States International University, San Diego, California. http://seamonkey.ed.asu.edu/~blocher/presents/
Blocher, J. M. (1997). Integrating Technology into the Classroom. Address to College of Education, Gannon University, Erie, Pennsylvania.
Blocher, J. M. (1997). Using Asynchronous Learning to Enhance Your Classroom Address to College of Nursing Faculty, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona. http://seamonkey.ed.asu.edu/~blocher/AL_Presentation
Blocher, J. M. (1997) Integrating Technology into the Arizona State University Pre-service Teacher Program. Address to the Turkish Higher Education Delegation, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona.
Blocher, J. M. (1996) Integrating Educational Software into the Classroom. Address to Phi Delta Kappa, Arizona State University Chapter Tempe, Arizona.
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McIsaac, M., Blocher, J. M., Joralmon, D., Ralston, K., Tu, C. (1996) Distance Learning at Arizona State University: Using the Internet to Teach EMC 300. Address to the Provost and Deans Council, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona.
McIsaac, M., Blocher, J. M., Joralmon, D., Ralston, K., Tu, C. (1996) Using the Internet for Course Delivery. Address to the Department of Extended Education, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona.
Blocher, J. M., (1993). A Balancing Act – Using Middle School Philosophy to Help Fifth and Sixth Graders Transition to Junior High. Nuts and Bolts Symposium. Broomfield, Colorado.
Consulting, Workshops & Trainings
May 18, 2009. Western Governors University Education Program Council Meeting. Salt Lake City, UT.
March 16, 2009. Western Governors University Education Program Council Meeting. Phone conference call.
February 23, 2009. Western Governors University Education Program Council Meeting. Salt Lake City, UT.
October 18, 2007. Western Governors University Education Program Council Meeting. Salt Lake City, UT.
August 20, 2007. Western Governors University Education Program Council Meeting. Salt Lake City, UT.
May 7, 2007. Western Governors University Education Program Council Meeting. Salt Lake City, UT.
April 4, 2007. Flagstaff Middle School. Flagstaff, AZ. Content: Utilizing the InQuizitor Software.
March 16, 2007. Western Governors University Education Program Council Meeting. Phone conference call.
March 3, 2007. Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ. Content: Learning to use the InQuizitor for Flagstaff Middle School Teachers.
January 19, 2007. Western Governors University Education Program Council Meeting. Salt Lake City, UT.
October 31, 2006. Western Governors University Education Program Council Meeting. Salt Lake City, UT.
May 1, 2006. Western Governors University Education NCATE Visit. Salt Lake City, UT.
April 29, 2006. Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. Ft. Thomas, Arizona. Content: Community of Leadership Celebration of Mini-Grant Completion.
March 31, 2006. Western Governors University Education Program Council Meeting. Phone conference call.
March 29, 2006. Western Governors University Education Program Council Meeting. Phone conference call.
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February 10, 2006. Western Governors University Education Program Council Meeting. Salt Lake City, UT.
December 9, 2005. Western Governors University Education Program Council Meeting. Salt Lake City, UT.
October 15, 2005. Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. IITV Video Workshop – Ft. Thomas & Flagstaff, Arizona. Content: Mini Grant Proposal Reviews & Awards.
September 17, 2005. Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. IITV Video Workshop – Ft. Thomas & Flagstaff, Arizona. Content: Mini Grant Proposal Hearing.
May 31 - June 3, 2005 Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. Ft. Thomas, AZ. Content: Technology integration training.
April 23, 2005. Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. IITV Video Workshop – Thatcher & Flagstaff, Arizona. Content: IITV training.
April 2, 2005. Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. IITV Video Workshop – Thatcher & Flagstaff, Arizona. Content: Technology integration training.
February 26, 2005. Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. Ft. Thomas, AZ. Content: Technology integration training.
February 25, 2005 Western Governors University Education Program Council Meeting. Salt Lake City, UT.
January 22, 2005. Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. Ft. Thomas, Arizona. Content: Technology integration training.
November 20, 2004. Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. Ft. Thomas, Arizona. Content: Technology integration training.
November 5, 2004. South Beaver School. Flagstaff, AZ. Content: Integrating technology into classroom instruction.
October 8, 2004. South Beaver School. Flagstaff, AZ. Content: Integrating technology into classroom instruction.
September 17, 2004. South Beaver School. Flagstaff, AZ. Content: Integrating technology into classroom instruction.
August 2-3, 2004. Eastern Arizona College. Thatcher, Arizona. Content: A Hybrid Distance Learning Model: Using WebCT & Tanberg IITV systems to support learner interaction.
May 24-25, 2004. Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. Ft. Thomas, Arizona. Content: Technology integration training.
March 25-26, 2004. PT3 Collaborative Exchange. University of Turabo. Turabo, Puerto Rico.Content: Observing, evaluating, and consulting on the University of Turabo’s PT3 Grant.’
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March 5, 2004. Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. Ft. Thomas, Arizona. Content: Observing technology integration in the classroom.
February 23-24, 2004 Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. Ft. Thomas, Arizona. Content: Observing technology integration in the classroom.
January 24, 2004 Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. Ft. Thomas, Arizona. Content: Technology integration training.
December 6, 2003 Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. Ft. Thomas, Arizona. Content: Technology integration training.
November 7, 2003 Hosted the Western Governors University Masters of Learning & Technology Program Council Meeting. Flagstaff, Arizona.
November 1, 2003 Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. Ft. Thomas, Arizona. Content: Technology integration training.
June 16-20, 2003 Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona. Content: Using Technology to Improve the Professional Practice of Teachers Summer 2003 Institute provided a week-long technology workshop for 20 future cooperating teachers from Flagstaff Unified School District, Holbrook Unified School District #3, Kayenta Unified School District #4, and Leupp Schools Incorporated for the purpose of supporting and modeling technology integration for NAU student teachers.
June 12, 2003 Western Governors University Masters of Learning & Technology Program Council Meeting. Phone conference call.
June 9-13, 2003 Thatcher Middle School, Thatcher, Arizona. Content: This week-long workshop provided technology training for members of the Community of Leadership in the Graham County Consortium to integrate technology into their school related functions.
May 3, 2003 Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. Ft. Thomas, Arizona. Content: Technology integration training.
April 12, 2003 Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. Ft. Thomas, Arizona. Content: Technology integration training.
March 7, 2003 Western Governors University Masters of Learning & Technology Program Council Meeting. Salt Lake City, Utah.
March 1, 2003 Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. Ft. Thomas, Arizona. Content: Technology integration training.
February 1, 2003 Graham County Consortium Community of Leadership. Ft. Thomas, Arizona. Content: Technology integration training.
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December 12, 2002 Western Governors University Masters of Learning & Technology Program Council Meeting. Phone conference call.
September 20, 2002 Western Governors University Masters of Learning & Technology Program Council Meeting. Salt Lake City, Utah.
June 3-7 2002 Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, Arizona. Content: The PT3 Mentoring/Technology Summer Institute 2002 provided mentoring and technology training for cooperating teachers (for the Mega Cohort student teachers), mentors and NAU Statewide ETC 447 facilitators.
Spring, 2001 Casa Grande School District, Casa Grande, Arizona. Content: Integrating technology into classroom instruction professional development. Topics Included: Using the systems thinking approach to change teacher classroom teaching practice paradigm to include technology.
Autumn, 2000 Casa Grande School District, Casa Grande, Arizona. Content: Integrating technology into classroom instruction professional development. Topics Included: Using the systems thinking approach to change teacher classroom teaching practice paradigm to include technology.
June 5-9, 2001 Casa Grande School District, Flagstaff, Arizona. Content: Integrating technology into classroom instruction professional development. Topics Included: Using the systems thinking approach to change teacher classroom teaching practice paradigm to include technology.
Spring, 2000 Esperanza Academy -- Coconino County School District, Flagstaff, Arizona. Content: Integrating Self-Regulated Learning Concepts into classroom instruction professional development. Topics Included: Integrating and teaching cognitive and metacognitive learning strategies to enhance learner self-regulation.
Spring, 2000 Casa Grande School District, Casa Grande, Arizona. Content: Integrating technology into classroom instruction professional development. Topics Included: Using the systems thinking approach to change teacher classroom teaching practice paradigm to include technology.
November 21, 1997 Desert Canyon Middle School, Scottsdale, Arizona. Content: Instructional support for students using HTML editors for technology integration. Topics Included: Teaching students to use Netscape 3.0, and Claris Home Page 2.0 to create and use web pages for student projects.
June 23 - 26, 1997 College of Nursing, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona. Content: Technology infusion for College of Nursing faculty in-service to provide training to integrate technology into course work. Topics Included: Using Windows NT 4.0, Windows Explorer, Internet Explorer 3.0, Arizona State University's E-mail system and MS-Word 97 to develop Internet deliverable course materials.
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May 3, 1997 Desert Canyon Middle School, Scottsdale, Arizona. Content: Building integrated thematic web pages for middle school classroom instruction. Topics Included: Using Netscape 3.0, and Claris Home Page 2.0 to develop and create web pages as instructional resources.
April 12, 1997 Desert Canyon Middle School, Scottsdale, Arizona. Content: Using the Internet for middle school educational resources. Topics Included: Using Netscape 3.0, to locate and organize teacher and student Internet resources.
September 14, 1996 Arizona School Services through Educational Technology (ASSET), Tempe, Arizona. Content: An introduction to integration of the Internet and World Wide Web into classroom instruction.
October 4, 1996 Arizona School Services through Educational Technology (ASSET), Tempe, Arizona. Content: An Introduction to Integration of the Internet and World Wide Web into Classroom Instruction.
July 24 - 27 1996 Arizona Department of Education, Journey Schools Program in conjunction with Far West Laboratories, and Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona. Content: Integration of the Internet and World Wide Web into classroom instruction including web page construction.
May 4, 1995 Kyrene de la Mirada Elementary School, Chandler, Arizona. Content: Kyrene de la Miranda’s Technology Showcase.
November 10 , 1993 Carminati Elementary, Tempe, Arizona. Content: Basic Internet Applications for Classroom Instruction.
Grants
2008 – Provost’s Faculty Travel Awards Program – $370.00 Awarded2006 – Provost’s Faculty Travel Award Program – $355.00 Awarded2005 – Provost’s Faculty Travel Award Program – $500.00 Awarded2005 – COE Dean’s Travel Grant Program – $600.00 Awarded2005 – Continuing Assessment Grant, Faculty Development Program – $1000.00 Awarded $500.00 each with
Dr. L. Sujo de Montes2001 2005 – Preparing Tomorrow’s Teachers to Use Technology (PT3) – $1,469.033.00 3 Yr. Award2000 – Northern Arizona University Organized Research Grant – $6,500.00 Awarded.1999 – Northern Arizona University Teaching and Learning Effectiveness Grant – $300.00 Awarded.
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Service
Professional Memberships
American Educational Research AssociationArizona Educational Research OrganizationAssociation for the Advancement of Computing in EducationPhi Delta Kappa, Delta Theta Chapter Profession Fraternity in Education, TreasurerPhi Kappa Phi
Book and Manuscript Reviews
Using Informatics to Create a New Triangular Array of e-Assessment Tools Through an International Synergy Between Education and Business. Manuscript Review for the International Institute of Informatics and Systemics Third Annual International Conference on Society, Cybernetics and Informatics: IMSCI 2009, July 10-13, 2009 – Orlando, FL. 2009.
The Prentice Hall Reference Guide. Harris, M. 2007. Merrill Education/Prentice Hall Publishing. Text Review. 2008.
Values Associated with Using Technology to Address Professional and Student Needs. Manuscript review for The Association for Educational Communications & Technology (AECT) Young Researcher Award. 2008.
Integrating Computer Technology into the Classroom, 4e. Merrill Education/Prentice Hall Publishing. Text Review. 2008.
Evaluating Usage Patterns and the Impact of a Social Bookmarking Activity on Student Awareness of Internet Resources. Article Review for Journal of Interactive Online Learning (JIOL). 2008.
An examination of knowledge generation in reflective essays by biology students. Article Review for Instructional Science. Springer. 2008.
Reliability and Validity of the Motivated Strategies for Learning Questionnaire (MSLQ) in Online Learning Environments. Article Review for Instructional Science. Springer. 2008.
Manuscripts for 2008 American Education Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting – Divs. C-5, & C-7. 2008.
Thinking and Learning in Online Distance Education: Strategies, Methods, and Application. Review of table of contents and two draft chapters SAGE Publications, Inc. 2007.
Technology Tools for Teachers: A Microsoft Office tutorial, 2e – Mills/Roblyer. Merrill Education/Prentice Hall Publishing. 2007.
Educational Technology for Teaching and Learning, 3e – Newby, Stepich, Lehman, and Russel. Merrill Education/Prentice Hall Publishing. 2007.
New Levels of Student Participatory Learning: A WikiText for the Introductory Course in Education. Article Review for Journal of Interactive Online Learning (JIOL), 2007.
An Analysis of Copyright Policies for Distance Learning Materials at Major Research Universities. Article Review for Journal of Interactive Online Learning (JIOL), 2006.
Integrating Technology into Teaching: The Technology & Learning Continuum. Continued review of chapters 9, 10, 14, 15, & 16. Houghton Mifflin, 2006.
Teaching with Technology. Table of Contents, Preface, 6 Sample Lessons, and Content Area Resources. Pearson Education/Merrill Prentice Hall 2006.
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Beginning review of first four chapters. Integrating Technology into Teaching: The Technology and Learning Continuum. Houghton Mifflin, 2006.
Assessing Online Learners. Pearson Education/Merrill Prentice Hall 2005.Web Multimedia Design and Development: The Essence of Educational Technology, Merrill Prentice Hall 2005.A Method for the Analysis of Data from Online Educational Research, Article Review for Journal of Interactive
Online Learning (JIOL), 2005.Web Multimedia Design and Development: The Essence of Educational Technology. Table of contents and
prospectus for the text: Merrill Prentice Hall, 2005.Online Learning, Dabbagh and Bannan-Ritland. Merrill Prentice Hall. 2005.Three Articles for International Journal of Continuing Engineering Education and Life Long Learning.
(IJCEELLL). 2005.Preparing to Use Technology in the Classroom. Two Chapters. Merrill Prentice Hall. 2004.Designing and Developing Web-based Instruction. Merrill Prentice Hall 2004.The Technology and Learning Continuum. Houghton Mifflin, 2004.Positioning Teachers’ Perceptions for Designing Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) As an Assessment Tool:
Tool Mediation Perspective. From presentation to interaction. Special Issue of Educational Media International. Chih-Hsiung Tu, Ph.D. Ed. 2004.
From Learning Community to Community Learning: Pedagogy, Technology, and Interactivity. From presentation to interaction. Special Issue of Educational Media, International. Chih-Hsiung Tu, Ph.D. Ed. 2004. From presentation to interaction. Special Issue of Educational Media, International. 2004.
Teaching and Learning with Microsoft Office Front Page, 1st Edition by Newby. Merrill Prentice Hall 2004.Knowledge construction and Brain-based learning. Manuscript review for AERA TACTL SIG. 2003. An Investigation into Self-Efficacy for Computer Technologies and Self-Efficacy for Self-Regulated Learning In
an Introductory Computer Course for Educators. Manuscript review for AERA TACTL SIG. 2003. Distance Education: What Works Well, edited by Michael Corry, PhD; and Chih-Hsiung Tu, PhD. Haworth
Press Inc. 2003.Linking Technology and Curriculum: Integrating the ISTE NETS Standards into Teaching and Learning. 2nd
Edition by Carroll/Witherspoon. Merrill Prentice Hall. 2003.Designing and Developing Web-based Instruction. Four chapters. Merrill Prentice Hall. 2003.Designing, Developing and Teaching an On-line Course. Merrill Prentice Hall 2002.The Systematic Design of eLearning. Merrill Prentice Hall 2002.Access to Learning Through Multimedia. Merrill Prentice Hall 2001.AppleWorks 6 for Teachers: A Tutorial. Merrill Prentice Hall. 2001.A Beginners Guide to Technology Tools for Teachers: Microsoft Office 2000. Merrill Prentice Hall. 2001.Technology Tools for Teachers: Microsoft Office 2000 (Volume 1). Prentice Hall. 2000.MS Office for Teachers. Prentice Hall. 2000.Literacy In The Multimedia Age. Allyn & Bacon. 1999.Cisco Networking Academy Program: Implementing the E-Learning Model. Cisco Press. 1999.Current Issues in Instructional Technology. Allyn & Bacon. 1998.
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Honors and Awards
Northern Arizona University College of Education Teacher of the Year. 2008-2009.
Recognition and Appreciation Award, Preparing Future Faculty Members, Graduate College, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona. 1999.
Outstanding Teacher Recognition Award, College of Education Student Council, Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona. 1996.
Program and Course Development
Program Development
1998-Present – Current Education Program Council member for the Western Governors University’s M.Ed. in Learning and Technology.
2001 – Co-designed and developed the NAU M.Ed. online application process that utilizes a web-based interactive database.
1999 – Participated in the design, development, and approval of Northern Arizona University's Center for Excellence in Education Online Masters of Education in Educational Technology.
1999 – Member of the Educational Technology transition committee to re-design and merge Arizona State University's M.Ed. in Educational Media and Computers with Learning and Technology to create a combined M.Ed. program.
Course Development
ETC 677 – Distributed Learning Systems. (2006). Course redesigned to NCATE Outcomes and migrated into WebCT – Vista.
ETC 593 – Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced Dreamweaver MX 2004. (2005). This course development took the course design from a past version of Dreamweaver and updated the content/materials for DreamWeaver MX 2004.
ETC 593 – Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced Dreamweaver. (2003). This course was designed as three-one hour workshops that permitted students to take one to three hours of credit. The course utilized a hybrid design that was taught in three one-day face-to-face classes while the remainder of coursework was completed online.
ETC 667 – Instructional Design and Multimedia Authoring. (2002). Migrated course curriculum and materials for a distance delivered course to WebCT where students were able to access course materials within university consistent online learning environment.
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ETC 599 – Educational Applications of Innovative Technologies (2002). Developed online course where students work in collaborative groups (Jigsaw) to investigate, teach, and then develop educational applications of innovative technologies.
ETC 447 – Computers in the Classroom (2001). Developed interactive online grading system for student and instructor access.
ETC 667 – Instructional Design and Multimedia Authoring. (2000). Developed course curriculum and materials for a distance delivered course where students gain an understanding of how various learning theories support strategies for integrating and developing multimedia instructional materials to enhance learning.
EMC 528 – Photo Media Production, (1997). Developed course curriculum to transit from traditional photographic production media to innovative electronic deliverable media using Image Manipulation, Graphic Conversion, and other digital imagery software.
CM400J – Using the World Wide Web Across the Curriculum. (1996). Developed distance learning course conveyed solely by the World Wide Web, bulletin boards, email, and listserv for content delivery to in-service teachers across the country.
EMC 300 Online – Computers in the Classroom. (1995). Developed Internet course conveyance to provide support and content delivery for a 200 student lecture hall class. The use of World Wide Web, bulletin boards, email, and listserv provides communication designed to prepare pre-service teachers for integration of technology into their future classrooms.
EMC 524 – Imaging Technology, (1994). Developed course curriculum to transit from traditional photographic materials and darkroom methods to electronic media and computer manipulated imagery using Photoshop software.
World Wide Web Instructional Materials and Site Development
Blocher, J. M., Tucker, G., (2000). ETC 567 – Technology, Society, and Education. Co-developed course materials for Internet delivered course using Course Info by Blackboard. http://www.blackboard.com/courses/ETC567
Blocher, J. M., Miller, M., (2000). ETC 667 – Instructional Design and Multimedia Authoring. Developed course materials for Internet delivered course, using Course Info by Blackboard. http://www.nau.edu/edtech/etc667
Blocher, J. M. (1999). ETC 447 – Technology in the Classroom. Developed course materials for Internet supported course. http://www.nau.edu/edtech/etc447
Blocher, J. M., Forbes, C., (1998). Arizona State University: Commission on the Status of Women Web Site. Designed and developed for the Commission on the Status of Women, a state wide organization that promotes the value of a balanced life for men and women, university policies and university human resource programs to provide the opportunity and climate in which women, along with men, can succeed. http://aspin.asu.edu/csw/
Blocher, J. M. (1998). EMC 521 Instructional Media and Design. Developed on-line course materials for Internet support of instruction on Instructional Media and Design, http://seamonkey.ed.asu.edu/~blocher/past_emc521/
Blocher, J. M., Mahesh, V., (1998). EMC 598 -- ST: Visual Basic. Developed on-line course materials for Internet support of instruction on computer based instructional development utilizing the authoring software -- Visual Basic, http://seamonkey.ed.asu.edu/~blocher/past_VB
Blocher, J. M., (1997). EMC 528 -- Photo Media Production. Developed on-line course materials for Internet support of instruction on innovative image manipulation for World Wide Web deliverable media using Photoshop, and other digital imagery software, http://seamonkey.ed.asu.edu/~blocher/past_emc528
Blocher, J. M., (1997). College of Nursing Technology Infusion Faculty In-Service Web Site, http://www.public.asu.edu/~blocher/con/
Storslee, J., Blocher, J. M., and Amato, V. (1996). An Interactive Guide to the Internet, http://dev.mcp.com:8001/resources/education/queet/prod/gen/3540.htm
Blocher, J. M. (1996). Using the World Wide Web Across the Curriculum, http://www.public.asu.edu/~blocher/hol/
Blocher, J. M. (1995). Arizona State University Scanning Probe Microscopy Program, http://www.asu.edu/clas/csss/SPM/
Blocher, J. M., Storslee, J. Margolis, J., Savitt, C. and Amato, V. (1995). Computers in the Classroom, http://seamonkey.ed.asu.edu/~blocher/emc300/
CD-ROM Development
Blocher, J.M. (2001). The Learning Team: Integrating Technology in the Classroom Professional Development Seminar. Casa Grande School District. Casa Grande, Arizona.
Blocher, J. M., (2000). Symposium on Virtual Learning: An International Exchange of Ideas. Proceedings CD-ROM Blocher, Ed. Flagstaff: Northern Arizona University.
Amato, V., Blocher, J. M., and Storslee, J. (1996). An Interactive Guide to the Internet: Companion CD-ROM. Indianapolis: Macmillan.
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Blocher, J. M., Humprhies, M. Clark, and B., Rolle, S. (1995). The College of Education Math and Science Multimedia Software Guide, Funded by: The Eisenhower Foundation and Arizona State University.
Courses Taught
Northern Arizona UniversityETC 320 Technology in the ClassroomETC 450 Technology in the ClassroomETC 447 Technology in the ClassroomETC 567 Technology, Society, and EducationETC 593 Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced Dreamweaver MX 2004ETC 599 Educational Applications of Innovative TechnologiesETC 667 Instructional Design and Multimedia AuthoringETC 677 Distributed Learning SystemsETC 693 M.Ed. in Ed Tech CapstoneECI 751 Contexts of Educational Technology
Universidad de Rio Cuarto – Rio Cuarto, ArgentinaTechnology for the ESL Classroom
Arizona State UniversityEMC 300 Computers in EducationEMC 405 Presentation Techniques: MultimediaEMC 455 Animation and Special EffectsEMC 505 Presentation Techniques: MultimediaEDA 507 Computers in Educational AdministrationEMC 521 Instructional Media and DesignEMC 523 Telecommunications for InstructionEMC 524 Imaging Technology EMC 525 Presentation Graphics EMC 528 Photo Media ProductionEMC 598 Special Topic: AuthorwareEMC 598 Special Topic: Visual BasicEMC 598 Special Topic: Applying the Internet to Teach Content AreasEMC 598 Special Topic: Internet for TeachersEMC 598 Distance Education: Theory and Practice
Scottsdale Community CollegeBPC 110 Computer Usage and ApplicationBPC 138A Macintosh Desktop Publishing
Antioch University: Heritage InstituteCM400J Using the World Wide Web Across the Curriculum
University of Colorado: Division of Continuing EducationBCEF 10 Beginning PhotographyBCEF 20 Advanced Photography
University of PittsburghFilmSt 50 Black and White Photography
