Author: Helen Velk

Apr 21, 2022

Retired Veteran’s College Dream Becomes A Reality Online

Veteran finds ideal online Leadership in the Public Sector (LPS) program with needed support to help him succeed in completing his B.A. degree. 

Apr 20, 2022

Online Grad “Tailors” Coursework to Enhance Her Life

Online graduate of B.A. Leadership in the Public Sector (LPS) program finds success in her career while also creating a non-profit organization called “Art for All — N.C.” during her time as an enrolled student. 

Mar 28, 2022

Harper’s Career Journey Leads Her Back to North Carolina Roots

DELTA’s new Assistant Vice Provost of Marketing, Communications and Partnership Development Kathy Harper shares her unique career path including working for two Olympic Committees. 

Mar 28, 2022

Emergency Response Course Offers Aid

Updated hybrid course provides needed emergency procedures geared towards education professionals. Impactful podcasts from local first responders and experts enhance the student experience. 

Mar 2, 2022

Online Graduate Appreciates Authentic Course Content

Graduate is grateful for real-world experiences learned in the online Graduate Certificate in Learning Analytics program. Her degree is beneficial in her role as presenter at national and international conferences as well as her career with Duke University. 

Feb 21, 2022

Register for ITLC Lilly Online Conference

Register today for the free April ITLC Lilly Online Conference that is focused on enhancing online, onsite and hybrid teaching and learning. 

Feb 21, 2022

Alternatives to Alt Text

Alternative text (alt text) is an important tool to create equitable experiences for students. DELTA’s Accessibility Team shares best practices for creating alt text along with other tips to help with student engagement and success. 

Feb 1, 2022

Metamorphosis Turns Into An Infestation

Extension Associate Terri Billeisen, Ph.D., provides updates on DELTA Grant work that created 3D interactive models of insects and how it has impacted student engagement and success. Also, it transformed her overall instructional mindset and made the transition to online teaching during the pandemic easier. 

Jan 31, 2022

Sustainable Trash Talk

Associate Professors Kyle Bunds, Jonathan Casper and DELTA created Zero Waste Gameday: A Trash Sorting Game to teach future facility managers/sports marketing professionals about sustainability. Five VR videos were also produced including behind-the-scenes experiences at landfills and some featuring former sports announcer Jeff Gravley. 

Jan 26, 2022

NC State and DELTA Lead Group of Four Universities in Adaptive Learning Project

NC State Associate Professor Katherine Saul, Ph.D. shares her experience fully integrating Adaptive Learning (AL) and RealizeIt into her Engineering Dynamics course. This type of course design resulted in students completing five times more problems which fostered deeper understanding of concepts and individualized assistance.