Julie K. McLeod
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Education |
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The University of North Texas, Denton, TX
Currently pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy
Major: Educational Computing
Cognate: Educational Research
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The George Washington University, Washington, D.C.
Master of Arts, August 2006
Major: Educational Technology Leadership
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Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration May 1989
Major: Accounting
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Experience |
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The University of North Texas (2006 to Present)
Graduate Fellow/Researcher |
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- Assisting on the International Handbood of Information Technology in Education with Drs. Gerald Knezek (UNT) and Joke Voogt (University of Twente, The Netherlands)
- Critically read and evaluated chapters, adding references where necessary
- Created and defined the glossary of terms for the handbook
- Reviewed and corrected citations according to APA standards
- Participating in Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) research with Dr. Scott Warren
- Conducted interviews of students involved in experimental treatment course
- With team, performing critical ethnographic research on interview and email transcripts
- Supporting instructors and students in CECS 4100 - Computers in the Classroom
- Curricular support and alignment
- Introduction of new, emerging technologies to the course
- Administration of course management system
- Portfolio implementation across sections
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Teaching Fellow |
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- Teaching CECS 4100 - Computers in the Classroom, a technology integration course for preservice teachers
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Self-Employed (2004 to Present)
Freelance Instructional Designer |
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- Planned and conducted in-service technology integration training for several organizations, including underserved populations in a South Texas high school and in Central Dallas
- Managed the development of an online prescriptive learning system for the fourth grade math Connecticut Mastery Test
- Utilized Moodle, the open source Learning Management System for the project
- Guided and reviewed the work of content developers
- Created a style guide and user profiles for the development team
- Designed and authored four online undergraduate courses, including learner’s expected competencies, discussion questions, assignments, weekly lecture notes and facilitator notes
- Awarded a second course assignment by the client prior to completing the first assignment; other courses awarded on a separate phase several months later
- Tutored teachers taking the Technology Applications state certification examination
- Created instructional material to accompany a client’s seminar
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Allen Independent School District, Allen, TX (2004 to Present)
Teacher, Technology Partner and Substitute Teacher |
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- 6th grade math teacher, Title I School
- Piloting and integrating the Technology Applications TEKS into the subject area TEKS
- Includes many traditional and novel technologies
- Considered an important district-wide pilot program to demonstrate compliance with the Technology TEKS
- Proposed and planning a task force of key Allen ISD personnel to streamline and ease the process of integrating technology for teachers
- Conducting/Conducted research on a variety of topics, including student attitudes toward technology, digital portfolios, using technology to enhance literacy, and investigating parent Internet safety concerns
- Advanced other important technology projects, including:
- Taught the Logo programming language to first through fourth graders, including all aspects of planning, designing and implementing the instruction
- Integrated simulation software, wikis, digital portfolios, webquests, and more into subject area standards
- Taught at all levels of elementary school
- Very sought after substitute, with many repeat requests
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Publications and Presentations |
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Beazley, M., McLeod, J., & Lin, L. (2008). Pedagogical principles, problems and possibilities in online global classrooms. In J. Voogt & G. Knezek (Eds.), International Handbook of information technology in primary and secondary education (pp. 675-693). New York: Springer.
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McLeod, J. (in press). Teachers' and students' self-reported attitudes toward technology: A literature review. Journal of Applied Educational Technology.
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McLeod, J., & Vasinda, S. (in press). Web 2.0 affordances for literacies: Using technology as pedagogically strong scaffolds for learning. In T. Kidd & I. Chen (Eds.), Wired for learning: An educators guide to Web 2.0. Charlotte, NC: Information Age Publishing.
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McLeod, J., & Vasinda, S. (in press). Critical literacy and Web 2.0: Exercising and negotiating power. Computers in the Schools Special Web 2.0 Edition.
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McLeod, J., & Vasinda, S. (in press). Electronic portfolios: Perspectives of students, teachers and parents. Education and Information Technology.
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McLeod, J. (2008). Elementary Portfolios for the TA TEKS. Presentation at the Texas Computer Education Association Conference. Austin, TX.
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McLeod, J. (2008). Tackling all the TA TEKS. Presentation at the Texas Computer Education Association Conference. Austin, TX.
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McLeod, J., Stottlemyer, B., Carranza, O., & Garcia, D. (2008). Integrating technology meaningfully with high school English language learners. Poster presented at the National Educational Computing Conference. San Antonio, TX.
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Vasinda, S., & McLeod, J. (2008). Extending reader's theater: Podcasting to push performance reading to new levels of engagement and student success. Paper presented at the International Reading Association Annual Conference. Atlanta, GA.
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Vasinda, S., & McLeod, J. (2008). Reviewing, rethinking, recalling: The impact of digital portfolio reflections on students and teachers. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association Conference. New York, NY.
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Warren, S., Dondlinger, M., & McLeod, J. (2008). Power, play and PBL in postsecondary learning. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association Conference. New York, NY.
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McLeod, J., & Vasinda, S. (2007). Electronic portfolios: A panorama of learning for students and teachers. Poster presentation at the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education Conference. San Antonio, TX.
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McLeod, J. and Vasinda, S. (2007). Electronic portfolios for elementary students. Paper presented at the Educational Research Exchange. Denton, TX.
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McLeod, J. (2007). Simulation software and student generated commercials. Poster presentation at the Texas Computer Education Association Conference. Austin, TX.
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Vasinda, S., McLeod, J., & Morrison, J. (2007). 1+1=3: Combining Language Experience Approach with Web 2.0 tools. LEA SIG (of the International Reading Association) newsletter, 38(1), 6-10.
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McLeod, J. (2006). Pass the TExES Technology Applications EC – 12 Study Guide, Wylie, TX: Ed Publishing.
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Service |
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American Educational Research Association, Washington, DC |
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- Reviewer/rater for submitted papers to the 2008 AERA Conference
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Computer Education and Cognitive Systems, University of North Texas, Denton, TX |
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- Selection committee member for new Professor
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Best Buy Teach Award |
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- Assisted in completing a successful grant application with Dr. Sheri Vasinda
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Cable in the Classroom, Washington, DC |
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- Reviewer/rater for the 2007 Leaders in Learning Awards
- Reviewer/rater for the 2006 Leaders in Learning Awards
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Educational Technology Research Symposium, Texas Computer Education Association, Austin, TX |
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- Reviewer/rater for submitted papers to the 2007 Educational Technology Research Symposium
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National Science Foundation, Course Curriculum and Laboratory Improvement Grant |
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- Team member for a 2007 grant proposal to the National Science Foundation
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Honors, Awards and Certifications |
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2007 Best Poster Award, Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education conference.
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National Summer Data Policy Instititue, Association for Institutional Research |
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Certified in Leadership Training, University of North Texas |
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- Sponsored by the Associate Vice President for Student Development, April 2007
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Texas Computer Education Association |
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- 2007 Richard A. Brown Memorial Scholarship for Students
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Toulouse School of Graduate Studies, University of North Texas |
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- 2006 - 2007 Doctoral Fellowship
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Kappa Alpha Theta Foundation, Nationally competitive, merit-based scholarships |
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- 2007 Theta Charity Antiques Show of Houston Alumnae Foundation Scholarship
- 2006 Katherine Sharpless Coyle Graduate Scholarship
- 2005 Marilyn Chesher Lynch Scholarship
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American Association of University Women, Collin County Branch |
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- 2007 Judy Jones Memorial Scholarship
- 2006 Judy Jones Memorial Scholarship
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Kappa Delta Pi Honor Society, member
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Certified Public Accountant, State of Oklahoma
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Banc One Corporation |
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- 1994 Client Service Award
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Activities and Professional Associations |
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Educational Computing Doctoral Student Group, University of North Texas |
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Educational Technology Leadership Student Organization, George Washington University |
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- President, 2005 - 2006 school year
- Vice President, Communications, 2004 - 2005 school year
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Other Experience |
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Jevin, Inc., Allen, TX (2002 to 2005)
Part-timeController |
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- Managed and maintained general ledger, payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Established, documented and implemented corporate accounting procedures for start up
- Researched accounting issues
- Researched and managed employee benefits
- Prepared and filed quarterly tax documents
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Financial Network Investment Corporation, Dallas, TX (1997 to 2002)
Financial Consultant/Independent Contractor |
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- Provided a wide range of financial services to clients including:
- Investment education and advice
- Historical financial statement preparation and analysis
- Future financial projections
- Bookkeeping for individuals and businesses
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TwinStar Semiconductor, Inc., Richardson, TX (1995 to 1997)
Controller |
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- Managed general ledger, fixed assets, payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions for company
- Created management reporting package and analytical analysis of the financial statements
- Reduced the close cycle by 50%
- Created complete projected financial statement package for the Board of Directors, including seven years of future estimations
- Lead the installation of Oracle General Ledger and Accounts Payable
- Lead the Business Process Team in developing new processes throughout the company
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Banc One Corporation, Dallas, TX (1991 to 1995)
Audit Supervisor |
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- Performed audits of cash management, investments, foreign exchange, and automated teller machines (ATM's)
- Accountable for cash management corporate audit approach and projects
- Coordinated audits and managed multiple projects simultaneously
- Developed and executed creative approaches to analyzing cash management products for risks and opportunities
- Three years experience in process flows; considered an expert in process flows and identification of critical exposure points
- Managed a permanent staff of three with project staffing up to six accountants
- Executed a project that generated $7 million in revenue for the Texas bank
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KPMG Peat Marwick, Tulsa, OK (1989 to 1991)
Senior Accountant |
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- Performed audits of primarily financial institutions and health care clients
- Consolidated financial records into quarterly and annual reports
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Other Relevant Activities |
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West Plano Presbyterian Church, Plano, TX
Liturgical Coordinator for Children and Youth |
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- Coordinate youth involvement in the liturgy
- Responsible for the nurture and formation of youth in the faith
- Created an instructional/formational website to help children explore their role in the liturgy more fully
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Member, Search Committees |
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- Nominated and elected to serve on the search committee for the pastor
- Nominated and elected to serve on the search committee for the Director of Christian Education
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Liason Committee, Custer Parkway Preschool |
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- Support the preschool and coordinated communication between the church and the school
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Treasurer, Board of Directors, Mother’s Day Out |
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- Serve as Treasurer on the Board of Directors of the Mother’s Day Out, a mission of West Plano Presbyterian Church
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