Areas of Expertise

 

  Scholarship of Teaching
  • Adult Learning - Process and Practice
  • Alternative Teaching – Learning Methods/Techniques
  • Cognitive Learning Styles (faculty & students)
  • Effective College Teaching – Learning
  • Enhanced Learning Experiences
  • Philosophy of Education (teaching/training)
  • Decision Process - Critical Thinking

    Effective Presentations
  • Critical Elements of Nonverbal Communication
  • Instructional Design & Effective Materials
  • Professional Use of Visual Tools

    Proactive Peer Mentoring (faculty/professionals)

    Legal
  • Education Methods
  • Administrative Law
  • Constitutional Law

    Health/Balance
  • Stress Management - Cognitive changes for lasting results
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    Program Descriptions

    (Most popular below. Complete descriptions on request)

    		  

     

    Connecting with ALL Your Learners!

    Educators facing today's diverse classrooms MUST be able to "connect" with ALL learners. This unique and innovative exploration of learning styles builds on participants' current knowledge and skills. Collaboratively discovers new ways to increase effectiveness by adapting teaching"learning strategies. To ensure mastery of the process and confidence for success, a minimum of three hours is recommended.

    Journey Over the Rainbow ™

    The journey involves transitions in both philosophy and practice shifting from content-centered to learner-centered teaching. Faculty progress through five components of personal reflection and collaboration with colleagues to gain both confidence and competence with essential strategies for today's diverse learners. The components can be combined in unique ways for specific needs. Because this is a "process" program, one or more sessions of two to three hours are recommended.

    Changing Your Mind About Stress ™

    This unique program is guaranteed to make a difference. Once we learn the power we have in our choices, life just gets better! This program is appropriate for and favorably received in organization, business, and community environments. Participants learn how to modify perceptions and make better choices for a more balanced, healthy, happy life. As a modular program, it can be customized from a brief introductory session to several hours or to multiple-week sessions, depending on the purpose and needs of the audience. Experience shows that 2-3 hours works to initiate effective change.

    Client Comments

     

    "Your learning styles program was very refreshing and informative. To practice what you preach seems unique . . . Thanks for helping me figure out how I can approach different learners."

    M. Louise Lantzy, Director Barclay Law Library Syracuse NY

    "I admire her enthusiasm, ability to convey instructions, "warm up" the diverse group of Directors and communicate complex ideas through her masterful command of the materials."

    Kelly Daniel, Pres. MSCD Alumni Association

    "Dr Reese has an almost magical ability to reach out to people in a variety of formats. . . . [she uses] a delicate combination of direction and flexibility that encourages creativity and the acquisition of knowledge. She is a naturally gifted speaker whose style is well received by all."

    Ed Clausen, Programs Director, Arizona International Campus

    Past Presentations

     

    Clients Include: A current Presentations List is also available

    • University of Barcelona, Spain (Faculty of Law)
    • American Association of Law Schools,Teaching Methods Section
    • University of Denver,College of Law (for faculty & students)
    • University of Denver,College of Education (students)
    • University of Vermont Law School,Vermont
    • Lilly NorthWest Conference, Portland Oregon
    • University of Arizona, International College, Tucson, Arizona
    • Tennessee Association for Developmental Education, Nashville, Tennessee
    • Denver Public Library
    • Numerous associations and non-profit organizations

     

     

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