Professional Development

Dr. David Finch
Sponsored by Laureate International Universities

WHITEPAPER: Dr. David Finch completed his Ph.D. in Applied Management and Decision Sciences through Walden University’s Online Ph.D. Program. In this interview, Dr. Finch discusses his inspiration for his dissertation on how to measure charitable corporate investments and how he hopes to apply his work at Walden in the business world.

Neil J. Campbell
Sponsored by Laureate International Universities

WHITEPAPER: Neil J. Campbell received a DBA from the University of Liverpool through their online DBA program. In the article, he speaks to the value of taking a scholar-practitioner approach to learning and specifically why he chose to pursue a DBA online. Campbell discusses the value of interactivity with the university campus and the global reach of classmates and professors. He highlights the value of the program’s flexibility and the diversity and international perspective of its students.

Next Generation Learning
Sponsored by Dell

WHITEPAPER: The right tools provide actionable data that administrators, teachers, students, and parents can use to develop effective teaching and learning strategies. Integrated learning platforms based on field-tested technology from Dell and Intel enable educators to treat each student holistically, personalizing the curriculum to drive success. Ongoing professional learning helps ensure that teachers have the confidence and skills to incorporate new technologies into every aspect of the teaching and learning environment-technologies they can leverage to gain needed efficiencies. And we continue to expand technology options to help meet every student's individual needs. Why? Because it is critical to encourage students of all ages to reach their full potential.

Pathways to Health Care Careers:
From Two-Year to Four-Year Colleges and Beyond
Sponsored by University of Phoenix and Apollo Research Institute

WEBINAR: In this interactive webinar, higher education leaders join with employers and researchers to discuss educational pathways and career options for current and future health care professionals. Audience members may submit questions in real time.

At this webinar you will learn:

•  Best practices for transitioning from community college to a 4-year degree in a health-related field

•  Employment opportunities for graduates with degrees in nursing and healthcare support fields

•  Ways in which higher education institutions can partner with employers to build a pipeline of qualified health care workers

Premiered: February 28, 2012  |  Expires: May 27, 2012

Walden University President Jonathan A. Kaplan
Sponsored by Laureate International Universities

WHITEPAPER: Walden University President Jonathan A. Kaplan talks about the future of online learning and how Walden University is expanding access to higher education around the world.