Summary of Qualifications
Education
Ph.D., Education, with a specialization in Instructional Design for
Online Learning
2008 - Capella University, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Dissertation title: Establishing and fostering a community of faith among online
learners: Instructional design considerations
Master of Science in Education, Integrating Technology Into the Classroom
2004 - Walden University, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Master's Portfolio
Bachelor of Music Education
1991 - Ashland
University, Ashland, Ohio
Honors: Cum Laude
Licensure
5 Year Professional License - Special All Grades (K-12) Music – State
of Ohio, valid through 6/30/2013
Employment Experience
Mount Vernon Nazarene University
Graduate Education Department Chair; Assistant Vice President for Online Education; Associate Profession of Education
7/1/2011 - present
Administrator for the Graduate Education Department
- Responsible for recruiting and managing faculty in the department.
- Budget oversight for three academic programs within the department.
- Developed and maintained academic programs, courses, and workshops within the department.
Point person for online learning at MVNU
- Responsible for developing policies and procedures relating to online learning.
- Responsible for overseeing adherence to best practices for online learning, including faculty and student training.
- Partner with various vendors in order to implement an effective online learning environment.
Associate Professor of Education; Director of Instructional Technology for Graduate and Professional Studies
3/10/2010 – 6/30/2011
Associate
Professor of Education; Coordinator for Online Curriculum
Development for Adult and Graduate Studies
3/10/2009 – 3/9/2010
Assistant
Professor of Education; Coordinator for Online Curriculum
Development for Adult and Graduate Studies
7/1/2006 – 3/10/2009
Mount Vernon, OH
Responsible for developing an online learning environment for MVNU
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Instructional Designer for the online learning initiative at MVNU
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Developed and implemented an ongoing training solution to assist
faculty in transitioning their teaching practice from the face-to-face
classroom to online learning environment
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Developed and implemented a training to aid faculty in converting
curriculum from traditional delivery to an online format.
Teaching/Curriculum Development experience in the Graduate
Education Department and Undergraduate Education Department
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Taught undergraduate/graduate courses in Educational Technology (EDU1042, PEL6013, EDT6213, EDT6243)
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Curriculum manager for the Technology for Educators (PEL6013) course.
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Currently developing an online Technology
Facilitator Endorsement program as part of the Curriculum and Instruction master’s degree program
under the guidelines of the Ohio Department of Education (ODE) and
the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE).
Tri-Rivers Educational Computer Association (TRECA)
Administration – TRECA Digital
Academy (TDA)
8/2004 - 6/2006
Marion, OH
Responsible for the College Preparatory program for the TDA High
School Students
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Administrator for the High School Science and High School Social
Studies Department
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Developed and implemented an instructional design model created specifically
for TRECA Digital Academy
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Created additional opportunities for college bound high school students
through online PSEO and AP coursework.
Professional
Development – TRECA
6/1999 – 8/2004
Marion, OH
Responsible for developing and implementing curriculum for adult
learners in technology
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Utilized best practices in working with adult learners
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Created online learning materials for technology integration courses
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Worked with teachers and students in the classroom/computer lab on
integrating technology into the existing curriculum
K-12 Teaching Experience
Director of Instrumental Music – Mt. Gilead Schools
6/1995 – 6/1999
Mt. Gilead, OH
Responsible for instrumental program, grades 7-12
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Aligned music curriculum to Ohio state standards
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Created two new elective courses: Music Theory and Class
Guitar
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Directed Concert Wind Ensemble, Marching Band, Brass Quintet, and
various other ensembles
Music Instructor - Marion Catholic High School
8/1993 - 6/1995
Responsible for music programs, instrumental and vocal, grades 7-12
Technical Skills
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Proficient with the Microsoft
Office Suite (cross platform)
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Extensive experience with digital media
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Experienced with the Adobe
CS4 Suite, primarily:
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Experience with Blackboard and ANGEL learning management systems
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Courses Written/Taught
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EDT6213 - Curriculum and Leadership in Instructional Technology
A graduate course in the Technology Facilitator Endorsement program that
focuses on the integration of technology into the K-12 classroom.
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EDT6223 - Design and Development of Multimedia Instructional Products
A graduate course
in the Technology Facilitator Endorsement program that
focuses on the creation of multimedia in the context of appropriate cognitive
contexts.
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EDT6243 - Teaching and Learning in Online and Blended Learning Environments
An introduction to the instructional design for the online learning process. Special emphasis is given to examining and implementing best practices of online and blended course facilitation.
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PEL6013 – Technology for Educators (curriculum manager, numerous sections
taught)
A graduate level course focusing on effective technology integration strategies
for preservice teachers.
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EDU1042 – Technology for Educators (numerous sections taught)
An undergraduate course focusing on effective technology integration strategies
for preservice teachers.
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EDU6063 – Technology for Educational Leaders
A graduate level course focusing on effective technology integration strategies
for inservice teachers.
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PEL6023 – Effective Teaching Methods
A graduate course geared towards identifying and implementing best practices
in teaching and learning from the literature to the classroom.
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EDU6089 – Facilitating Online Learning/EDU6089 – Designing Online Instruction
(course author, numerous sections taught)
A two-course sequence presented to faculty as part of the overall preparation
for writing/teaching online coursework at Mount Vernon Nazarene University.
The courses present best practices in online course facilitation, as well
as an overview of the instructional design for online learning process.
Publications
Osborne, C. D. (2010). Fostering Online Communities of Faith. In H. Lee (Ed.), Faith-Based Education That Constructs (pp. 208-226). Eugene, Oregon: Wipf & Stock.
Osborne, C. D. (2010). Spiritual Connections: How Effective are Discussion
Forums at Establishing an Online Community of Faith. Teaching With
Compassion, Competence, Commitment, 4(1), 91-105.
Osborne, C. D. (2008, November). [Review of the book Blogs, Wikis,
Podcasts, and Other Powerful Web Tools for Classrooms]. Teaching
With Compassion, Competence, Commitment, 2(2), 80-86.
Osborne, C. D. (2007). Student Engagement: Tools for Creating an Online
Community of Faith. Teaching With Compassion, Competence, Commitment,
1(1), 39-53.
Osborne, C. D. (2007). The use of qualitative research methodology to
study the development of online communities of Faith. Teaching With Compassion,
Competence, Commitment, 1(2), 21-37.
Research Interests
Professional Affiliations
Member of the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)
Member of ASCD
Conference Presentations
Learning House Connect 2011, “Building an Online Community” July 27, 2011, Louisville, KY.
ACCESS Conference 2011, “Faculty Training: Concrete Tips and Techniques” March 10, 2011, Chicago, IL.
Learning
House Connect 2010, “Using streaming video to develop community
in online courses”
ACCESS Conference – 2010, “Video feedback = community development in
online faculty training”
ACCESS Conference – 2008, “Finding Faith in Discussion Boards: A study
of the tools and techniques used to foster an online community of faith”
Ohio SchoolNet Conference – 2004, "From Beginning to End – Making
Movies with Students"
Ohio SchoolNet Conference – 2002, "Technology in the Music
Classroom"
Ohio SchoolNet Conference - 2000, "Digital Audio Recording and Mastering"
University Service
Faculty Chapel Committee – 2006 – present
Teaching and Learning with Technology Committee – 2008 – present
Online Learning Committee – 2009 - present
Advisory Boards/Volunteer Activity
Member of the Epworth United Methodist
Church Youth Council
Marion, OH
10/08 – current
Member of the C-TEC Science Advisory Board
C-TEC
Newark, OH
3/08 – current
Consultation
Online Curriculum Revision Project – Team Architect
TRECA Digital Academy – Marion, OH
9/08 – 3/09
National Consultation on Spiritual Formation – Presenter and consultant
on establishing a community of faith online
Charlotte, NC
9/08 – 10/09
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