James Willis

 James Willis

James E. Willis

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May 1, 2018
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I really enjoyed Prof. Willis' class. Make sure you study the readings ahead of time because he gives surprise quizzes. You are graded on participation and attendance as well. As long as you read and show up, you'll easily get an A. Other than this, his tests are really easy.

Oct 17, 2019
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Professor Willis is an amazing professor. I used to actually look forward to going to his class. He was a great lecturer and he made the class so much fun. You get in a lot of learning without overexerting yourself. Just sign up for the class already!

Biography

University of Indianapolis - Religion


Resume

  • 2008

    English

    German

    Latin

    Greek

    Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

    Comparative Religion

    King's College London

  • 2004

    Master Litterae

    Divinity

    University of St. Andrews

  • 2000

    Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

    Theology

    Roanoke College

    AAEEBL Midwest Regional Conference Presenter Badge (2016)

    CREDLY-13233336

    University of Notre Dame

    AAEEBL Midwest Regional Conference Presenter Badge (2016)

    CREDLY-13233336

    University of Notre Dame

    AAEEBL Midwest Regional Conference Presenter Badge (2016)

    CREDLY-13233336

    University of Notre Dame

  • World Religions

    Leadership

    Higher Education

    Ethics

    Curriculum Design

    Instructional Design

    Research

    Training

    Curriculum Development

    Teaching

    Writing

    Public Speaking

    Analysis

    Philosophy

    University Teaching

    Distance Learning

    Learning Analytics

    E-Learning

    Grant Writing

    Educational Technology

    MOOCs and Foucault’s heterotopia: On community and self-efficacy

    Patricia Gettings

    Elizabeth L. Spiers

    MOOCs and Foucault’s heterotopia: On community and self-efficacy

    Matthew Pistilli

    John P. Campbell

    Ethics

    big data

    and analytics: A model for application

    Key Takeaways\n\n- Quality communication between faculty and students in higher education is critical and considerably influences students' intellectual growth

    but it is not easy to achieve

    particularly when faculty teach large lecture courses.\n\n- A feedback tool that provides substantive message templates for instructors

    PassNote also includes links to specific resources that might help students with various tasks.\n\n- PassNote's development focused on ease of use

    openness (no login)

    and the ability to track usage to inform both tool improvement and future functionality.

    PassNote: A Feedback Tool for Improving Student Success

    Dreams of a Nightflyer

    Improving accessibility and success rates for first-generation and low-income students: A concept paper

    \"Lust for Life: Finding Meaning in Dracula's Mina\"

    John P. Campbell

    Matthew Pistilli

    Learning analytics from research to practice: Methods

    tools and approaches. Springer Books: Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning series.

    Analytics from an institutional lens: Definition

    theory

    design and impact

    Bridget McGraw

    A Philosophy of Open Digital Badges

    Ethical responsibilities of preserving academicians in an age of mechanized learning: Balancing the demands of educating at capacity and preserving human interactivity

    An adaptable model for improving accessibility and success rates for first-generation and low-income students

    Controlling for Differences in Student Learning Outcomes Across Videoconferencing and Traditional Delivery Models

    Controlling for Differences in Student Learning Outcomes Across Videoconferencing and Traditional Delivery Models

    Matthew Pistilli

    Ethical discourse: Guiding the future of learning analytics

    • Flexible and focused

    strong analytical and problem-solving skills\n\n• Advanced writing and critical thinking skills\n\n• Diversified background in academic and business administrative management\n\n• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly through a multi-faceted background in technology

    management

    research

    multivariate statistics

    training

    and solution-based reporting\n\n• Highly-developed soft skills allowing for effective group collaboration and leadership\n\n• Extensive experience studying and living in different countries and cultures

    James

    Willis

    III

    IData Incorporated

    Purdue University

    Indiana University

    University of Indianapolis

    Indianapolis

    IN

    University of Indianapolis

    Indiana University

    Bloomington

    Indiana

    Conducts research on digital badges and micro-credentialing in the Center for Research on Learning and Technology. \n\nPresents research findings at educational venues. \n\nPublishes research findings in peer-review journals.

    Research Associate

    IData Incorporated

    Purdue University

    West Lafayette

    Indiana

    • Assessed academic technologies with quantitative and qualitative methodologies; worked with departmental stakeholders to develop and execute an improvement program.\n\n• Developed survey instruments and interview protocols to assess learning with technology.\n\n• Analyzed large data sets to include multivariate components of student learning and outcome measurements.\n\n• Co-chaired 2014 Learning Analytics and Knowledge conference in Indianapolis. Managed budget of over $130

    000. \n\n• Advised the work of four graduate students in various projects including assessment

    data analytics

    interpretation

    and research methodologies.\n\n• Published chapters in books on learning analytics and journal articles on big data and ethical considerations; gave presentations at venues including MIT and Educause. \n\n• Assisted development of research protocols for alignment of surveys measuring outcomes of technology in the classroom. Wrote Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications according to ethical research protocols. \n \n• Worked on research agenda including big data and ethics

    the future of learning technologies

    and the rapidly-changing environment of education.

    Educational Assessment Specialist

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