Let's hear it for teamwork!

First of all, thanks to Jess for letting me hop on her existing blog and my not having to create yet another one from scratch. ( I am notorious for orphaned blogs left wandering aimlessly in cyberspace - sure that someday that cyberkarma will catch up with me) I'm excited about the collaboration and discussion that this will hopefully afford and am looking forward to contributing my two cents.

As far as student development is concerned, my professional exposure has been relatively limited to the student experience in online environments. I am deeply committed to this though, as not only does my livelihood depend on trying to design quality experiences, but it's at the heart of why I do what I do. For whatever my contribution may or may not make a difference, I believe that education is a vehicle for anyone who wants to better themselves. Online education may not always be the ideal means to an end, but in some respects, it does provide access to those who might not otherwise be able to obtain it via traditional means. I hope to make an impact with the faculty development work I am engaged in. So with that, I will get off my soapbox. This semester I'm really hoping to broaden my perspective and better understand the students that the faculty I assist are teaching. Thanks again Jess, for the opportunity to collaborate.