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USDLA 2008 International Awards Presented For Excellence in Distance Learning for Individuals, Organizations and Companies Honoring Their Outstanding Achievements
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World's most prestigious distance learning awards were presented yesterday in St. Louis, Missouri for excellence in distance learning to individuals, organizations and companies.
St Louis, MO (PRWEB) April 23, 2008 -- The United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) presented its 2008 International Distance Learning Awards in conjunction with the 2008 National Conference in St. Louis, Missouri. Since 1987, USDLA has been the world's premier distance learning association. The USDLA International Awards program honored outstanding individuals and organizations for excellence in the field distance learning, education and training.
These prestigious International Awards are presented annually to organizations and individuals engaged in the development and delivery of distance learning programs. Included in the recognition ceremony were awards for 21st Century Best Practice, Best Practice for Distance Learning Programming, Excellence in Distance Learning Teaching, Outstanding Leadership by an Individual, Hall of Fame and Eagle Awards.
The USDLA International Awards are closely followed by the distance learning industry. "As a premier organization for the entire distance learning profession, we enjoy honoring some of the leaders in the industry," said Dr. John G. Flores, CEO of USDLA. "Each year these winners raise the bar and exceed best practice expectations for the industry as a whole and we are truly honored by their contributions to the distance learning industry."
The USDLA Awards were created to acknowledge major accomplishments in distance learning and to highlight those distance learning instructors, programs, and professionals who have achieved and demonstrated extraordinary results through the use of online, videoconferencing, satellite and blended learning delivery technologies. In addition, winners will be recognized in an edition of USDLA's Distance Learning Today quarterly supplement. Distance Learning Today appears in USA TODAY's top-tier markets for distance learning - major commuter hubs, convention centers and hotels. It is read by 3.5 million goal-oriented, affluent professionals who recognize the value of distance learning, education and training. The section will also be featured on the USDLA website, which averages 2.6 million hits per month. |
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| For the 2008 International Awards program, USDLA focused upon several major areas that exemplifies the dynamic nature of distance learning. Please join us in honoring the following 2008 USDLA Award Winners, which include the following: |
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| Best Practices Awards for Distance Learning Programming |
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Quantum Simulations, Inc.
Online Technology ~ Pre K-12
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A World of Difference Institute, Making Diversity Count
Online Technology ~ Organization
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UNCG Division of Continual Learning Online Development Team
Online Technology ~ Higher Education
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Elementary Spanish - Step I, BJ HOMESAT
Video/Satellite ~ K-12-Homeschooling
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The Graphic Design Master's Certificate Program, Sessions Online Schools of Art and Design
Online Technology ~ Higher Education
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The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation
Online Technology ~ Pre K - 12
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The National Nurse Emergency Preparedness Initiative, J. Johnson, E. Dawson, K. Acquaviva and L. Posey
Online Technology ~ Higher Education
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Connect for Education, Inc.
Online Technology ~ Pre K - 12
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Aventa Learning High School Biology
Online Technology ~ Pre K - 12
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1st Grade Phonics and Reading, BJ HOMESAT
Video/Satellite ~ K-12-Homeschooling
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Virtual High School Global Consortium
Online Technology ~ K-12
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Athena Action in Education
Video Conferencing ~ Pre K - 12
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Arkansas Department of Education Distance Learning Center
Video Conferencing ~ Pre K - 12
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Center for Development of Human Services and OCFS Bureau of Training
Online Technology ~ Government
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TRC Interactive, Inc.
Online Technology ~ Corporation
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Drexel University's - School of Education, Master of Science in Higher Education
Online Technology ~ Higher Education
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Dr. Samuel B. Slike and Pamela D. Berman, Bloomsburg University
Online Technology ~ Higher Education
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| Best Practices Awards for Excellence in Distance Learning Teaching |
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Professor Debra J. Dewitte, University of Texas at Arlington
Online Technology - Higher Education
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Tony Duncan
Video Conferencing ~ Pre K-12
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Tom Young, iQ Academy Wisconsin
Online Technology ~ Pre K-12
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Cynthia D. Green
Video Conferencing ~ Pre K - 12
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Dr. Margaret Riel
Online Technology ~ Higher Education
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Gabriela Hogue, ODE Spanish Instructor
Video Conferencing ~ Pre K - 12
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Dr. Patricia McGee
Online Technology ~ Higher Education
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Diane Zorn, Course Director, Philosophy Program, School of Arts & Letters at York University
Online Technology ~ Higher ED
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| Outstanding Leadership by an Individual in the Field of Distance Learning |
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| Gail Wheatley - Video Conferencing ~ Pre K - 12 |
| Dr. Kenneth E. Hartman - Online Technology ~ Higher Education |
| Keith Oelrich - Online Technology~ Pre K-12 |
| Marilyn Mosley Gordanier - Online Technology ~ Pre K-12 |
| Lance Ford - Video Conferencing ~ Pre K-12 |
| Dr. Janet Schnitz - Online Technology ~ Higher Education |
| Janine Lim - Video Conferencing ~ Pre K-12 |
| Dr. Ron Legon - Online Technology ~ Higher Education |
| Anton Leof - Online Technology ~ Pre K-12 |
| Chris Robbins - Video Conferencing ~ Pre K-12 |
| Francisco Antonio Soeltl - E-Learning Brasil - President and CEO - Country Leadership in Distance Learning Implementation ~ Private Sector |
| Dr. Thomas Kenan Miller III - Online Technology ~ Higher Education |
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| 21st Century Awards for Best Practices in Distance Learning |
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| Keystone National High School - Online Technology ~ Pre K - 12 |
| C2 Technologies, Inc. - Blended Learning ~ Corporation |
| Western Governors University - Online Technology ~ Higher Education |
| Virtual High School Global Consortium - Online Technology ~ Pre K - 12 |
| Webcampus at Stevens Institute of Technology - Online Technology ~ Higher Education |
| 7city Learning - Online Technology ~ Corporation |
| Joint Knowledge Development and Distribution - Capability's Joint Knowledge Online - Online Technology ~ Government / Military |
| Army Distributed Learning System - Online Technology ~ Government / Military |
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USDLA 2008 HALL OF FAME
Elliott Masie, Founder and President, The MASIE Center in Saratoga Springs, New York was selected by the USDLA board of directors for elevation to the USDLA Hall of Fame.
USDLA 2008 EAGLE AWARD
The Eagle Award was presented by USDLA to a nationally recognized public official that demonstrated unique leadership in distance learning. This year USDLA recognized Florida Senator Daniel Webster for his commitment to providing greater educational opportunities in his state by means of distance learning technology and especially his support of the Florida Virtual School.
Mr. Reggie Smith III, USDLA board member and chair of the awards committee, noted that, "Once again this year's award winners represent many of the most innovative leaders in the field of distance learning." He continued, "We look forward to seeing how these leaders will inspire the 2009 award entries as they are recognized in Distance Learning Today to 3.5 million readers and via their participation in National Distance Learning Week ( http://www.ndlw.org ), November 10-14, 2008."
About United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA)
The United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) is a non-profit association formed in 1987 and is located in Boston, Massachusetts. USDLA promotes the development and application of distance learning for education and training and serves the needs of the distance learning community by providing advocacy, information, networking and opportunity. Distance learning and training constituencies served include pre-k-12 education, higher and continuing education, home schooling as well as business, corporate, military, government and telehealth markets. The USDLA trademarked logo is the recognized worldwide symbol of dedicated professionals committed to the distance learning industry. http://www.usdla.org |
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