Wendy Boyer
Georgia Military College
Valdosta,GA
20
years of professional experience
Dynamic professor with a proven track record in fostering student engagement and critical thinking. Expertise in curriculum development and online teaching enhances student learning experiences.
Work History
Professor of History
20 Years 2 Months- Developed comprehensive course materials and curricula for history courses.
- Facilitated engaging lectures and discussions to enhance student understanding of historical events and contexts.
- Mentored students in research methodologies, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate student performance, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Contributed to curriculum development committees, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and standards in higher education.
- Advised the history club or other related student organizations on campus activities promoting awareness of historical events or topics.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies such as flipped classrooms or online discussions, enhancing student engagement with course content.
- Reviewed textbooks for potential adoption in history courses, ensuring that assigned readings were accurate, relevant, and engaging.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion by incorporating underrepresented voices and perspectives in course materials.
- Participated in faculty development workshops aimed at advancing pedagogical skills and staying current with educational trends.
- Provided constructive feedback on student writing assignments, helping them develop strong analytical skills and clear communication techniques.
- Enhanced student understanding of historical events by incorporating primary sources and multimedia materials into lectures.
- Contributed to the overall success of the history department by actively participating in program review, strategic planning, and accreditation processes.
- Served on department committees focused on curriculum development, accreditation, and program evaluation.
- Promoted a culture of critical thinking within the classroom by encouraging respectful debate amongst students about historical interpretations.
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to the individual educational needs of each student.
- Communicated clear learning objectives to students on each unique chapter.
- Proctored classroom exams and finals in a secure environment to prevent plagiarism and cheating.
- Provided advice and guidance to students needing morale-boosting and academic advising.
- Prepared various classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of study materials.
- Worked with associates and department leaders to coordinate best instruction practices.
- Acted ethically and professionally when conversing with students and delivering lectures to be a positive role model for students of all backgrounds.
- Advised students on academic progress, goals and achievement.
- Conducted research on historical topics to supplement courses.
- Initiated, facilitated and moderated classroom discussions to keep students engaged and monitor group progress.
Online Adjunct Professor
8 Years 9 Months- Facilitated virtual discussions, encouraging critical thinking and collaboration among students.
- Increased student retention rates by providing regular feedback and support through email and virtual office hours.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback to support improvement.
- Mentored adjunct faculty on best practices for online teaching methodologies and technology integration.
- Implemented innovative instructional strategies that improved course delivery efficiency and effectiveness.
- Utilized learning management systems to track student progress and optimize instructional resources effectively.
- Monitored student performance data closely, identifying at-risk individuals early on and intervening with targeted support strategies as necessary.
- Provided constructive criticism during student presentations, guiding them towards improved public speaking abilities.
- Supported students in achieving their academic goals by offering personalized tutoring sessions outside of scheduled class times.
Education
Master of Arts - History
Bachelor of Arts - History
Skills
Strong research skills
Online teaching
Grading and evaluation
Student engagement
Mentoring students
Student needs assessment
Conference presentations
Timeline
Online Adjunct Professor
Georgia Military College
08.2017 - 05.2026Read More
Professor of History
Georgia Military College
04.2006 - 06.2026Read More
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