Education
Ph.D.
Purdue University, May 2007
Educational Technology, emphasis in Teacher Education.
Purdue University, May 2007
Educational Technology, emphasis in Teacher Education.
Dissertation: Expert Technology-Using Teachers: Visions, Strategies, and Developmental Processes
M.A.
Western Michigan University, August 2003
Educational Technology in Technology Coordination, emphasis in Technology Applications.
Western Michigan University, August 2003
Educational Technology in Technology Coordination, emphasis in Technology Applications.
Thesis: Effects of Computer Troubleshooting on Elementary Students’ Problem Solving Skills
B.S.
Western Michigan University, April 2002
Elementary Education with minors in Science/Math, Early Childhood Education, Integrated Creative Arts.
Western Michigan University, April 2002
Elementary Education with minors in Science/Math, Early Childhood Education, Integrated Creative Arts.
Michigan State Teaching Certification (Inactive): Elementary Education (K-5); Science (6-8); Math (6-8); Early Childhood (Infant-K)
Academic Appointments
Indiana University, January 2007
Assistant Professor
Instructional Systems Technology
Assistant Professor
Instructional Systems Technology
Conduct and lead research teams and projects examining teacher technology integration.
Purdue University, Summer 2006 to Spring 2007
Graduate Research Assistant
Curriculum and Instruction Department
Design and carry out research study over exemplary technology-using teachers. In addition, disseminate research through conference presentations and publications.
Purdue University, Fall 2005 to Summer 2006
Graduate Service Assistant
Center for Instructional Excellence
Graduate Service Assistant
Center for Instructional Excellence
Assist faculty members and graduate teaching assistants in development of teaching skills. Individually meet with faculty and graduate assistants to improve teaching skills.
Purdue University, Fall 2005 to Spring 2006
Project Manager
Multimedia Instructional Development Center Grant
Project Manager
Multimedia Instructional Development Center Grant
Principle investigator for a MIDC grant from Purdue University. Developed the idea for a simulation system for preservice teachers to implement technology integration skills.
Purdue University, Fall 2003 to Spring 2006
Teaching Assistant
Educational Technology Program
Teaching Assistant
Educational Technology Program
Plan and taught one-two undergraduate teacher education technology courses each semester. In addition, grade, manage, and taught students the integration process of technology into education.
Purdue University, Fall 2004 to Fall 2005
Research Assistant
Tech-Know-Build Grant
Research Assistant
Tech-Know-Build Grant
Assist teachers in a rural community with technology and problem-based learning. Plan and implement workshops and course activities for teachers. Assist in the classroom with technology-enhanced and problem-based learning activities. Conduct research for the grant evaluation in collaboration with Dr. Krista Glazewski and Dr. Peg Ertmer.
Purdue University, Fall 2003 to Summer 2004
Research Assistant
Educational Technology Program
Research Assistant
Educational Technology Program
Created an upper level course in networking, hardware, and software, and basic technology management for K-12 educators. Developed tutorials for computer software used in the EDCI 270 book as an included CD-Rom. Developed innovative ideas and additions to the EDCI 270 undergraduate course, including distance education components.
Purdue University, Winter 2003
Instructional Designer
P3T3 Grant
Instructional Designer
P3T3 Grant
Designed and facilitated a preservice teacher videotaping project for secondary English student teachers. Established procedure, introduced the idea, and assisted with the implementation of the project.
Western Michigan University, Summer 2003
Graduate Assistant
Distance Education
Graduate Assistant
Distance Education
Assist in the development of online courses. Worked with professors to transition their courses online.
Western Michigan University, Fall 2002 to Winter 2003
Teaching Assistant
Educational Studies
Teaching Assistant
Educational Studies
Planned, taught, and managed four laboratory sections each semester. In addition, guest lecturer for two lessons each semester.
Professor PC, Summer 2002
Instructional Designer
Teacher Technology Training
Instructional Designer
Teacher Technology Training
Designed and created workshops for K-12 educators interested in integrating technology into their curriculum. Developed textbooks and materials, as well as implemented the course.
Emerson Middle School, Livonia Public Schools, 2002
Middle School Mathematics
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Middle School Mathematics
Permanent Substitute Teacher
Planned and taught 6th - 8th grade mathematics.
Riverside Learning Center, Summer 1998 to Summer 2001
Summer Camp Director
Summer Camp Director
Created, planned, and implemented summer long activities for students ranging in age from 5-12
Riverside Learning Center, 1997
Assistant Kindergarten Teacher
Assistant Kindergarten Teacher
Created, planned, assisted, and implemented activities for kindergarten students.
Publications
Peer Reviewed Articles
Ertmer, P. A., Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., & York, C. S. (2006). Exemplary Technology-using Teachers: Perceptions of Factors Influencing Success. Journal of Computing in Teacher Education, 23(2), XX-XX.
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., & Cullen, T. A. (2006). Preserving the Legacy of PT3 Tools, Strategies & Resources: Knowledge Capture Artifacts. TechTrends, 50(3), 46-52.
Richardson, J. C., Ertmer, P., Aagard, H., Ottenbreit, A. & Yang, D. (in press). Factors influencing teachers' implementation of digital age literacy skills and strategies. Teacher Education & Practice.
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., & Simons, K. D. (in press). Technology toolkits: An answer to integration at the preservice level. Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning Journal.
Manuscripts Being Submitted
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., Simons, K. D., & Ertmer, P. E. Low Self-Regulated Students in PBL. International Journal of Self-Directed Learning.
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., Simons, K. D., & Poole, H. Effects of Computer Troubleshooting on Elementary Students' Problem Solving Skills. International Journal of Information and Communication Technology Education.
Manuscripts in Preparation
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., & Newby, T. J. A review of preservice technology integration education programs.
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., & Richardson, J. C. Preservice Teachers: Development of Perceptions and Skills Pertaining to Technology Integration.
Ertmer, P. E., Simons, K. D., Jones, D. K., Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., Gotas, Y., & Collins, K. Tensions Teachers face in Problem-Based Learning Environments.
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., Connolly, P. E., & Newby, T. J. Motivation: A practical description of how it fits into the three main learning theory lenses.
Book Chapters & Thesis Publications
Leftwich, A. T., & York, C. S. (2006). Taskstream: The tools of engagement EDCI 270 Manual (2nd Edition). Pearson Education, Inc., Upper Saddle River, NJ.
Leftwich, A. T., & York, C. S. (2005). Taskstream: The tools of engagement EDCI 270 Manual. Pearson Education, Inc., Upper Saddle River, NJ.
Ottenbreit, A. T., & York, C. S. (2005). Taskstream. In Newby, T. J., (3rd Ed.) Teaching and learning with Microsoft Office and FrontPage: Basic building blocks for computer integration . Pearson Education, Inc., Upper Saddle River, NJ.
Newby, T. J. & Ottenbreit, A. T. (2005). Teaching and learning with Microsoft Office and FrontPage CD-Rom Tutorials (3rd Ed.) [Computer software]. Pearson Education, Inc., Upper Saddle River, NJ.
Ottenbreit, A. T. (2002). Effects of Computer Troubleshooting on Elementary Students' Problem Solving Skills. Unpublished master's thesis, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI.
Refereed Conference Proceedings
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., Newby, T. J., & Simons, K. D. (2007, April). Perspectives on technology as an agent of change. Roundtable paper presentation at the American Educational Research Association, Chicago, IL.
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., Simons, K. D. & Ertmer, P. A. (2006, October). Student strategies for succeeding in PBL environments: Experiences and perceptions of low self-regulating students. Featured paper presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Dallas, TX.
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., Simons, K. D. & Ertmer, P. A. (2006, April). Student strategies for succeeding in PBL environments: Experiences and perceptions of low self-regulating students. Paper presented at the American Education Research Association Convention, San Francisco, CA.
York, C. S., Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., & Ertmer, P. A. (2005, October). Exemplary Technology Use: Teachers' Perceptions of Critical Factors. Paper presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Orlando, FL.
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., York, C. S., Richardson, J. C., & Newby, T. J. (2005, October). Preservice Teachers: Development of Perceptions and Skills Pertaining to Technology Integration. Paper presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Orlando, FL.
York, C.S., Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., Richardson, J. C., & Newby, T. J. (2005, March). Exploring options for delivery in a large technology integration lecture course for preservice teachers. Paper presented the Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Convention, Phoenix, AZ.
Simons, K. D., Ertmer, P. A., Belland, B., Blackman, J., Lee, M., Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A.T. & Park, S. H. (March, 2005). Middle School Students in Technology-Enhanced Problem Based Learning: Experiences of High and Low Self-Directed Students. Paper presented the Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Convention, Phoenix, AZ.
Ottenbreit, A. T., Simons, K. D., & Poole, H. (October, 2004). Effects of Computer Troubleshooting on Elementary Students' Problem Solving Skills. Roundtable. presentation at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Chicago, IL.
Richardson, J., Ertmer, P., Aagard, H., Ottenbreit, A., & Yang, D. (October, 2004). Factors that Influence Teachers' Implementation of Digital Age Literacy Skills and Strategies. Paper presented at the Mid-Western Educational Research Association Regional Convention, Columbus, OH.
Conference Presentations
International and Regional Conferences:
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., Newby, T. J., & Simons, K. D. (2007, April). Perspectives on technology as an agent of change. American Educational Research Association, Chicago, IL.
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., Simons, K. D. & Ertmer, P. A. (2006, October). Student strategies for succeeding in PBL environments: Experiences and perceptions of low self-regulating students. Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Dallas, TX.
Duffield, J. Etc. Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T. (2006, October). Student strategies for succeeding in PBL environments: Experiences and perceptions of low self-regulating students. Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Dallas, TX.
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., Simons, K. D. & Ertmer, P. A. (2006, April). Student strategies for succeeding in PBL environments: Experiences and perceptions of low self-regulating students. American Education Research Association Convention, San Francisco, CA.
York, C. S., Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., & Ertmer, P. A. (2005, October). Exemplary Technology Use: Teachers' Perceptions of Critical Factors. Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Orlando, FL.
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., York, C. S., Richardson, J. C., & Newby, T. J. (2005, October). Preservice Teachers: Development of Perceptions and Skills Pertaining to Technology Integration. Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Orlando, FL.
Simons, K. D., Ertmer, P. E., Haas, T., VanHorn, M., Lehman, J., Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T., & The TKB Team (2005, October). The relationship between self-directedness and student success in technology-enhanced PBL units. Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Orlando, FL.
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A.T., York, C.S., & Ertmer, P.A. (2005, March). Cultivating exemplary technology integration teachers: What does it take? Michigan Association of Computer Users in Learning, Grand Rapids, MI.
York, C.S., Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A.T., Richardson, J. C., & Newby, T. J. (2005, March). Exploring options for delivery in a large technology integration lecture course for preservice teachers. Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Convention, Phoenix, AZ.
Simons, K.D., Ertmer, P.A., Belland, B., Blackman, J., Lee, M., Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A.T. & Park, S.H. (March, 2005). Middle School Students in Technology-Enhanced Problem Based Learning: Experiences of High and Low Self-Directed Students. Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Convention, Phoenix, AZ.
Ottenbreit, A., Simons, K.D., & Poole, H. (October, 2004). Effects of Computer Troubleshooting on Elementary Students' Problem Solving Skills. Roundtable. Association for Educational Communications and Technology International Convention, Chicago, IL.
Richardson, J., Ertmer, P.A., Aagard, H., Ottenbreit, A.T., & Yang, D. (October, 2004). Factors that Influence Teachers' Implementation of Digital Age Literacy Skills and Strategies. Mid-Western Educational Research Association Convention: Columbus, OH.
Ottenbreit, A., Poole, H., and Leneway, R. (March, 2004) Enhancing Elementary Curriculum with Computer Troubleshooting Problems. Michigan Association of Computer Users in Learning Convention: Grand Rapids, MI.
Morgenstern, P., Hewitt, P., McCraight-Wertz, J., and Ottenbreit, A. (March, 2003) A Job Well Done! MCOATT: Recognition for Outstanding Achievement in Teaching with Technology. Michigan Association of Computer Users in Learning Convention, Detroit, MI.
Local Conferences and Workshops:
Russell, J. R., & Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T. (October, 2006). Working with large lectures and laboratories. Center for Instructional Excellence Workshop, West Lafayette, IN.
Coffman, S., Turpin, T., & Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T. (February, 2006). Using discussions in the classroom. Center for Instructional Excellence Workshop, West Lafayette, IN.
Reiner, C., Callahan, C., & Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T. (November, 2006). Subjective testing. Center for Instructional Excellence Workshop, West Lafayette, IN.
York, C.S., Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A.T., Richardson, J.C., & Newby, T.J. (February, 2005). Exploring Delivery Options for Large Lecture Courses. Teaching and Learning with Technology, West Lafayette, IN.
Newby, T.J., Aagard, H., & Ottenbreit, A.T. (April, 2004). Exploring Case-Based Reasoning with the Use of Tegrity WebLearner Software within Large Lecture-Type Courses. Teaching and Learning with Technology, West Lafayette, IN.
Alsup, J., Schade, L., & Ottenbreit, A.T. (March, 2004). Teaching, Technology, and Videotape: Using Distance Learning and Digital Video in the English Education Methods Class. Techie Talks, West Lafayette, IN.
Ottenbreit, A. & Huang, W. (November, 2003). Tegrity in Higher Education. Techie Talks, West Lafayette, IN
Huang, W. & Ottenbreit, A. (November, 2003). Camtasia in Higher Education. Techie Talks, West Lafayette, IN.
Funded Grants
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T. (90%),, Simons, K. D., & Newby, T. J. (2006). Research award from the College of Education: A developmental model of exemplary technology-using teachers. Awarded by Purdue University’s College of Education. Amount awarded: Approximately $16,000.
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T. (90%), & Richardson, J. C. (2005). Preservice technology integration simulation: Encountering technology integration problems in an open-ended learning environment. Awarded by Purdue University’s Multimedia Instructional Development Center. Amount awarded: $15,000.
Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. T. (90%), & Simons, K. D. (2005). Technology toolkits for preservice teachers: Enabling future teachers to work with K-12 students and technology. Awarded by the Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning. Amount awarded: $ 1,782.
Schaffer, S., Richardson, J. Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A. (90%), Lei, J. Huang, D., Mong, C. Aagard, H. (2005). Increasing domestic student recruitment initiative. Award by Purdue University’s Graduate School. Amount awarded: $ 5,000.
Schaffer, S., Lei, J. Huang, D., Ottenbreit, A. (10%) Mong, C. Aagard, H. (2004). Increasing domestic student recruitment initiative. Award by Purdue University’s Graduate School. Amount awarded: $ 5,000.
Awards and Certifications
• Teaching Academy Associate Fellow, 2006
• Purdue Research Foundation Grant Recipient, 2006
• DeBruicker Scholarship, 2006
• Graduate School Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant Award, 2006
• School of Education Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant Award, 2006
• Curriculum & Instruction Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant Award, 2006
• MACUL Grant Recipient, 2005-2006
• MIDC Grant Recipient, 2005-2006
• Graduate School E-Portfolio Winner, 2005
• Ross Fellowship Recipient, 2003 – 2007
• COATT award winner, 2002
• A+ Certification, 2002
• Lofton and Georgian Burge Scholarship in Elementary Education, 2000-2002
• Delta Gamma Scholarship, 2001
• Detroit Alumnae Panhellenic Association Scholarship, 2001
• Western Michigan University Achievement Scholarship, 1998
• Purdue Research Foundation Grant Recipient, 2006
• DeBruicker Scholarship, 2006
• Graduate School Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant Award, 2006
• School of Education Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant Award, 2006
• Curriculum & Instruction Outstanding Graduate Teaching Assistant Award, 2006
• MACUL Grant Recipient, 2005-2006
• MIDC Grant Recipient, 2005-2006
• Graduate School E-Portfolio Winner, 2005
• Ross Fellowship Recipient, 2003 – 2007
• COATT award winner, 2002
• A+ Certification, 2002
• Lofton and Georgian Burge Scholarship in Elementary Education, 2000-2002
• Delta Gamma Scholarship, 2001
• Detroit Alumnae Panhellenic Association Scholarship, 2001
• Western Michigan University Achievement Scholarship, 1998
Service
Professional Affiliations
AERA - American Educational Research Association, (since 2005)
Division Memberships: Instructional Technology (since 2005); Technology as an Agent for Change in Teaching and Learning (since 2006)
Division Memberships: Instructional Technology (since 2005); Technology as an Agent for Change in Teaching and Learning (since 2006)
AECT - Association for Educational Communications and Technology, (since 2004)
Division Memberships: Teacher Education; Research & Theory; Media & Technology, (since 2004)
Division Memberships: Teacher Education; Research & Theory; Media & Technology, (since 2004)
ICE – Indiana Computer Educators, (since 2004)
MACUL - Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning, (since 2002)
SIGTE - Special Interest Group Teacher Education, (since 2004)
SIGTE - Special Interest Group Teacher Education, (since 2004)
Phi Kappa Phi - Honors Fraternity, (2002)
Mortar Board - Honors Society, (2001-2002)
Golden Key National - Honors Society, (2000-2002)
University Service
President, Purdue Association for Educational Technology, (2005 - 2006)
Graduate Representative, Committee for the Education of Teaching Assistants (2005 - 2006)
Graduate Representative, Curriculum and Instruction Graduate Committee, (2005 - 2006)
Graduate Representative, College of Education Grade Appeals Committee, (2005 - 2006)
Representative, Graduate Student Executive Council for the College of Education (2005 - 2006)
Graduate Advisor, Purdue Student Education Council (PSEC) (2004 - 2005)
Vice President - Student Engagement, Purdue Association of Educational Technology (2004 -2005)
Organizational Service
Proposal reviewer, AERA Annual Conference – Instructional Technology Division (since 2005)
Proposal reviewer, AERA Annual Conference - Media Division (2005)
Proposal reviewer, AERA Annual Conference - Self-Regulation Division (2005)
Proposal reviewer, AECT Annual Conference - Teacher Education Division (since 2005)
Proposal reviewer, AECT Annual Conference - School Media and Technology Division (2005)
Proposal reviewer, EdMedia Annual Conference (2005)
Presider, SITE Annual Conference (2005)
Moderator, TLT Conference (2005)
Instructor, Staff In-Services, Livonia, Dearborn, and Gibraltar School Districts (2002)
Courses Taught
Instructional Systems Technology Foundations - Online
R511 | Summer 2007
Indiana University
Enrollment: 8 Students
Introduction to Production and Development - Online
R541 | Spring 2007
Indiana University
Enrollment: 12 Students
Survey of Computers in Education
W210 | Spring 2007
Indiana University
Enrollment: 6 Students (5 undergraduate, 1 graduate – 500)
Introduction to Educational Technology
EDCI 270
Purdue University
EDCI 270
Purdue University
Classroom Applications of Educational Technology
EDCI 271
Purdue University
EDCI 271
Purdue University
Instructional Design – Teaching Assistant
EDCI 572
Purdue University
EDCI 572
Purdue University
Educational Technology For Teaching And Learning – Teaching Assistant
EDCI 560
Purdue University
EDCI 560
Purdue University
Graduate Teaching with Technology Certificate, Co-instructor
GT2C – Center for Instructional Excellence
Purdue University
GT2C – Center for Instructional Excellence
Purdue University
Technology for Elementary Education
EDT 347
Western Michigan University
EDT 347
Western Michigan University
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