STEVEN KNOX, PhD.

Responsibilities of PHDL Coordinator

1. Stay up to date with the field of Organizational Leadership

2. Gain an awareness of what other schools are doing in their PHDL programs

3. Assess, in concert with other faculty, the entrance papers for writing clarity, research proficiency, and correct English grammar – reassess second attempts

4. Contact students who have been accepted into the PHDL program

5. Respond (phone – email) to students inquiring about the program through the LRCS website

6. Coordinate the fall and spring modules with Vanessa (Hotel accommodations)

7. Lead PHDL Committee meetings, take minutes, submit minutes to Dr. Mapes and a separate digest of the meeting prior to the Faculty Meeting

8. Attend monthly Faculty Meetings

9. Assist professors with minor technical or Moodle questions

10. Update all LD9800 level courses in Moodle prior to the beginning of the semester

11. Update all LD9800 level course syllabi prior to the beginning of the semester

12. Assist students with enrolling in the next correct courses

13. Inform the Executive Vice President and Provost of the courses students may need in the next semester (especially the LD9800 level classes)

14. Work with Dissertation Chairs to gain IRB approval through the IRB process.

15. Serve as the ETD Administrator for LRCS in confirming that the student is cleared to submit his or her dissertation to ProQuest for publication.

Lead the PHDL in developing the Program Review every five years

• Developed course curricula aligned with institutional standards and student needs.
• Facilitated engaging discussions to enhance student understanding of complex topics.
• Evaluated student performance through assignments, exams, and constructive feedback.
• Implemented innovative teaching methods to improve student engagement and retention.
• Conducted research to inform instructional practices and contribute to departmental goals.
• Led workshops for faculty on effective assessment strategies and educational technologies.
• Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
• Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
• Strengthened critical thinking skills in students through the incorporation of problem-based learning activities.
• Enhanced student comprehension by employing diverse teaching methods and incorporating multimedia resources.
• Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
• Empowered students to take ownership of their education by facilitating opportunities for independent research projects within specific areas of interest.
• Cultivated strong relationships with colleagues, participating in interdisciplinary initiatives aimed at enhancing the academic experience for students.
• Mentored students on academic and career aspirations, providing guidance that led to significant improvements in their academic performance and career choices.
• Assessed students' progress and provided feedback to enhance learning.
• Created syllabus and instructional plans for each class session in accord with stated course objectives.
• Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation.
• Built strong rapport with students through class discussions and academic advisement.
• Guided students in researching, structuring and presenting debate case.

• Provide services to customers, such as order placement or account information.
• Manage projects or contribute to committee or team work.
• Order and dispense supplies.
• Supervise other clerical staff and provide training and orientation to new staff.
• Use computers for various applications, such as database management or word processing.
• Specialization of traditional sheet metal fabrication and construction components for roofing and trim details.

• Use computers for various applications, such as database management or word processing.
• Create, maintain, and enter information into databases.
• Greet visitors or callers and handle their inquiries or direct them to the appropriate persons according to their needs.
• Complete forms in accordance with company procedures.
• Maintain scheduling and event calendars.
• Schedule and confirm appointments for clients, customers, or supervisors.
• Make copies of correspondence or other printed material.
• Locate and attach appropriate files to incoming correspondence requiring replies.
• Coordinate conferences, meetings, or special events, such as luncheons or graduation ceremonies.
• Compose, type, and distribute meeting notes, routine correspondence, or reports, such as presentations or expense, statistical, or monthly reports.
• Conduct searches to find needed information, using such sources as the Internet.
• Review work done by others to check for correct spelling and grammar, ensure that company format policies are followed, and recommend revisions.
• Mail newsletters, promotional material, or other information.
• Train and assist staff with computer usage.

• Supervised installation of construction materials and maintained scheduling, deployment of crews and represented SRD in job meetings.

• Participated in job meetings and the supervision of new construction.

• Primary responsibilities were to assist in new construction projects as a carpenter and mechanic.