Patricia A. Walker
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- School: Indiana University Northwest
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- Department: Communication
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Location:
3400 Broadway
Gary, IN - 46408 - Dates at Indiana University Northwest: May 2014 - May 2019
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She gives good feedback, accessible outside of class, and allows students to make up if missed.
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Prof. Walker is a great professor. She's very caring and she really wants her student to learn.
Biography
Indiana University Northwest - Communication
Associate Professor/Communication
E-learning
Patricia
Walker
Greater Chicago Area
As a creative educator, lecturer and curriculum designer, I provide innovative approaches to teaching and learning that empowers and impacts. My classroom sessions are noted to be interactive, with lively conversations about issues that demonstrate a better understanding of core concepts. I also allow students to construct their own understanding about the subject matter, giving them ample opportunities to practice skills in authentic situations.
I teach and consult in Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, Introduction to Mass Media, Business/Professional Communication and Gender and Communication as well as undergraduate and graduate courses in Education; specializing in Curriculum and Instruction.This exceptional blend leverages a unique platform that allows me to create tailored lessons to my targeted audiences. Additionally, I'm able to combine these skills as a prolific grant writer to be matched with the needs of the for-profit and/or not for profit organization.
Lastly, as an education enthusiast, I’ve been ornamented with several local state and national awards--a few of which include Milken's National Educator's Award, Illinois Distinguished Educators Award, and Governor's Master Teacher Award. My most valued accomplishment has not been awards--but in mentoring youth (no matter race, gender, class, sexual orientation, religion) to greater heights in higher education, career development and entry level employment.
My most recent speaking engagement--To Pimp a Butterfly: The Anatomy of Teaching--was given to other adjunct professors and lecturers at a conference in Indianapolis, Indiana. I see myself as a rolling stone--a true architect of learning and a mentor for young people ever ready to take any challenge with zeal, precision and purpose.
Experience
Prairie State College
Adjunct Professor/Communication
Facilitate 1-3 courses in various courses of Communication –e.g., Introduction to Communication, Introduction to Media, Business Communication, Introduction of Broadcasting—also taught Developmental Reading.
• Provide differentiated instruction to diverse learners.
• Use technological technology to enhance pedagogical techniques and strategies.
• Assist students in career planning when necessary.
• Create and grade course assessments to ensure students understand subject content.
• Write letter of recommendations for deserving students for undergraduate programs, scholarships, or jobs.American College of Education
Graduate Adjunct Faculty
• Provided instruction in various courses of CPS educators in their home school in a hybrid learning environment.
• Led discussion and facilitated various learning experiences in Classroom Management, Assessment of Reading Skills, Theories and Research in Teaching Diverse Learners, Applying Theory to Early Reading and Writing Instruction.
• Acted as liaison for administration to meet the needs of CPS teachers pursuing a Master’s Degree in Curriculum & InstructionIndiana University Northwest
Adj Professor Communication
Teaching various communication courses: Public Speaking, Interpersonal Communication, Gender Communication, Business & Professional Communication, Introduction to Mass Communication, etc.
University of Illinois at Chicago
Visiting Adjunct Assistant Professor Clinical Educator for Undergraduate Elementary Education
Supervised and mentored Undergraduate students who were their final semester pursuing a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education.
Bethel Community Facility
Administrator
• Worked with youth between the ages of 16-24 to assist them with work readiness skills.
• Responsible for coordinating, teaching, developing and evaluating undergraduate student teachers in course entitled Elementary Education Fieldwork 1 & 2 for AY 199899.
• Designed program guidelines to meet funders’ policies and regulations.
• Developed teaching guidelines for workshops for students.
• Developed and write program policies.
• Assisted program director with writing, editing, and seeking funds for new federal initiatives.
• Provided staff development in areas of client care and other related issues.
• Provided written and oral program summaries for Board of Directors.
• Instrumental in a training video that provides authentic job situations and interview sessions.
• Knowledge of maintaining records for state audit.
Education
Ph.D. University of Illinois at Chicago
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Curriculum and Instruction; Women & Gender Studies
University of Michigan-Dearborn
Bachelor’s Degree
Secondary Education and Teaching
Wayne State University
Master’s Degree
Communication and Media Studies--Televison & Film Directing
University of Illinois at Chicago
Visiting Adjunct Assistant Professor Clinical Educator for Undergraduate Elementary Education
Supervised and mentored Undergraduate students who were their final semester pursuing a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education.
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