Opened Practices Users Working at: Texas State University--San Marcos

601 University Drive

I am a long time video/media producer, an educator and currently a resource for faculty at Texas State University-San Marcos, Texas. The implementation of Sakai (TRACS) at Texas State is one of several projects with which I am involved. I have completed work on my PhD degree and will graduate in December 2011 with a PhD in Adult and Community Education. My dissertation research focused on how online instructors create a sense of social presence with students in virtual worlds like Second Life.

In my other life, I produce educational videos and short-form video documentaries. I am passionate about organic gardening and have an organic gardening web site at www.gardentoad.com.

601 University Drive

I am a School Psychology associate professor with specialty training and practice in neuropsychology. I teach a course titled Biological Bases of Behavior to graduate students and in this course I have used technology to enhance learning of neuroanatomy.

I am a former special education teacher who received my Ph.D. in School Psychology with specialized training and postdoctoral work in neuropsychology. I am currently an associate professor of School Psychology and coordinator of our program at Texas State University--San Marcos. I maintain a small private practice working with brain-injured and neurologically impaired children and adolescents. My research includes autism, traumatic brain injury, learning disabilities, and training of practitioners. I am pursuing a diplomate in clinical neuropsychology and have been studying for the exams.