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BLS in Rural Development from St. Edwards Univ, MAED Educational Technology/Adult Education from Univ of Phoenix, PhD in P-12 School Administration from Capella University, Adjunct Instructor at University of New England Graduate School Of Education
Computing, Education, Information Technology, Internet, Media
Skills:
Business, Copy Writing, Design, Editing, Event planning, Graphic design, Human-Computer Interaction, Languages, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Public Relations, Web design, Writing
Next step:
Currently interested in starting a virtual school in the Mediterranean region sponsored by UNESCO.
Location:
Sophia Antipolis, France
Interested in:
Advising startups, Brainstorming, Consulting opportunities, Employment opportunities, Finding business partners, Finding cofounders, Finding experts, Finding team mates, Giving back, Helping members of my groups, Joining a startup, Meeting new people, Offering Expertise, Partnering with other groups, Professional opportunities, Promoting my startups, Raising money, Recruiting for my startup, Sharing my projects, Starting a company, Supporting my investments, Trading services
Texas based educator with interests in New England, the Midwest, Latin America and the Mediterranean region. School administrator with 15 years years teaching experience and six years school administration experience. Certified to teach in four states and certified as school principal and superintendent in New York. Journalist with 20 years experience. Social Services specialist with 10 years experience. Consultant on developmental issues for charter schools, cyberschools, virtual schools, e-Learning design, arts education, rural development, and educational technology.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Employer:
University of West Indies
Position:
Course Facilitator
Time period:
September 2010 - Present
Description:
Literacy Materials Design EDLS6505
Employer:
University of New England
Position:
Faculty
Time period:
May 2009 - Present
Description:
graduate school of education
Employer:
Northwestern University
Position:
Instructor
Time period:
July 2008 - Present
Description:
Adjunct with Center for Talent Development
Employer:
Texas Virtual School
Position:
Instructor
Time period:
January 2007 - Present
Description:
Teach World Geography online to high school students.
Employer:
Executive Travis Rural Area Inc.
Position:
CEO
Time period:
January 1979 - Present
Description:
Executive director for non-profit educational advocacy organization focusing on education and rural development.
Employer:
City of Austin & Travis County (1971-74), ExTRA Inc., Austin Area Black Leadership Coalition & Community Welfare Association (1979-83), Communities in Schools (1992-94)
Position:
Social Worker
Description:
Community action organizing.
Employer:
Austin ISD
Position:
School Improvement Facilitator
Time period:
December 2006 - November 2007
Description:
Associate administrator in secondary school.
Employer:
University of Phoenix Austin and Axia College
Position:
Instructor
Time period:
January 2006 - January 2008
Description:
Adjunct instructor
Employer:
Academy of Arts and Humanities at Johnston High School
Position:
Assistant Director
Time period:
July 2005 - December 2006
Description:
Associate administrator in secondary school.
Employer:
Huston-Tillotson University
Position:
Journalism Teacher – Upward Bound Program
Time period:
June 2005 - August 2005
Description:
Instructor in summer secondary school enrichment program.
Employer:
Round Rock ISD
Position:
Academic Teacher
Time period:
January 2003 - December 2004
Description:
Taught U.S. history and economics in secondary school.
Employer:
McDade ISD
Position:
Academic Teacher
Time period:
January 2002 - December 2003
Description:
Taught language arts in secondary school.
Employer:
Katherine Anne Porter School
Position:
Academic Teacher
Time period:
January 1999 - December 2001
Description:
Taught English III, English IV, BCIS, journalism, economics, and government in secondary school.
Employer:
KAP School
Position:
Founder and trustee
Time period:
January 1998 - December 2005
Description:
Governance position
Employer:
Executive Travis Rural Area Inc.
Position:
Superintendent
Time period:
January 1998 - December 2001
Description:
Founded charter school: business management, grants writing, and curriculum development
Employer:
Travis County Community Justice Center
Position:
Vocational Teacher
Time period:
January 1997 - December 1999
Description:
Taught adult workforce preparation course sponsored by Austin Community College and the Texas Workforce Commission.
Employer:
Wimberley ISD
Position:
Journalism Teacher and Public Information Officer
Time period:
January 1994 - December 1995
Description:
Taught journalism in secondary school and served as district Public Information Officer during a bond election year.
Employer:
Texas Educational Foundation
Position:
Vocational Teacher
Time period:
January 1990 - December 1992
Description:
Taught adult basic office skills class and managed a quick print shop in printing trades.
Employer:
Holly Media Group (1992-00); Univ. of Texas Student Publications (1983-90); The Villager (1983-87); Austin American Statesman (1976-80); Austin Citizen (1975-76)
Position:
Journalist
Time period:
January 1975 - December 2000
Description:
Managing editor and general assignments reporter.
Employer:
Austin Community College
Position:
GED Instructor
Time period:
January 1974 - December 1975
Description:
Taught adult basic education.
EDUCATION
University:
Capella University
Time period:
2004 - 2008
Degree:
PK-12 School Administration , PhD
University:
Texas State University-San Marcos
Time period:
2004
Degree:
certification
University:
Post University
Time period:
2004
Degree:
post graduate work in Business Admin. / Finance
University:
University of Phoenix
Time period:
2002 - 2003
Degree:
Adult Education / Educational Technology, MA
University:
Saint Edward's University
Time period:
1979
Degree:
BLS in Rural Development
PUBLICATIONS
Articles:
Bearden, D. (1983). The Clayton Vocational Institute: A superior school. Manor, Texas: Texas Committee for the Humanities.
Papers:
Bearden, D.L. (2006). Cyberschools: A hard sell in some states. DEANZ 2006 Conference on Enabling eLearning Approaches in C21. Auckland, New Zealand: Auckland University of Technology.
Bearden, D. & Bland, Y. (1998). Katherine Anne Porter: Iconoclast of Kyle, Texas. Southwest Texas State University. San Marcos, TX.
Mitchell, H.L., Kerbin, J., & Bearden, D. (1983). Southern Tenants Farmers’ Union: Origins of the farm labor movement. LBJ School of Public Affairs. University of Texas at Austin.
Books:
Bearden, D.L. (2010). Pink granite and white oak: France and Texas have grand plans for digital education. Monograph. ISBN: 978-3-8383-8268-5. Saarbrücken, Germany: Lambert Academic Publishing.
Bearden, D.L. (2010). Creating a decentralized statewide online course network: A case study of the Texas Virtual School Network. Emerging technologies in learning: Impact on cognition and culture. Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education. eBook: (http://our-e-book.wikispaces.com/section2).
Bearden, D.L. (2010). Cyberschool finance: A study of equity and adequacy. Dissertation. ISBN: 978-3-8383-7829-9. Saarbrücken, Germany: Lambert Academic Publishing.
Bearden, D.L. (1983).
INFORMATION
Sports:
Tennis
Hobbies:
Virtual education, Cyber libraries
Clubs:
4H
Memberships:
Texas Computer Education Association (2007)
North American Congress for Online Learning (2007)
Texas Music Museum Board of Directors (2007)
Wax Track Gallery International Board of Directors (2000-2006)
Texas Distance Learning Association (2006)
Austin Charter School Special Education Coop (2000-2002)
Katherine Anne Porter School Board of Trustees (2001-2005)
Association of Charter Educators (1999-2001)
Texas Press Association (1983-2000)
Kyle Chamber of Commerce vice president (1997-1999)
Hays County Economic Development Council (1995-1997)
Travis County Historical Commission (1989)
National Newspaper Publishers’ Association (1983-1987)
Ten County Coop on Adult Education (1976)
The development of the Texas Virtual School Network approved by the Texas Legislature enables all public schools in the state to engage curriculum providers who offer online learning opportunities that are approved through vigorous state evaluation.
Young danish entrepreneur involved in alot of projects, primary online services.
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Currently a Doctoral candidate in Political science at the European Center for Peace and Development of the UN University of Peace. Have over ten years of professional experience working in socio-economic development activities and int. cooperation
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