Dr. Christopher Slater, Ed.D Email & Phone Number

Knoxville, TN, US

Knoxville, TN, US

Participate in all phases of the Systematic Approach to Training (SAT), focusing on Analysis, Design, Development. Develop engaging self-paced and instructor-led training on a variety of technical topics. Perform learner, environment, and performance analysis in the development of recommendations for instructional and non-instructional interventions..

Human performance consulting and interactive multimedia development solutions to drive employee competence. Develop engaging interactive eLearning content for aerospace clients that improve systems knowledge.

Boise, ID, US

Maintain an online adult learning atmosphere that is conducive to dialogue. Facilitate the learning experience for a diverse pool of adult graduate students from a variety of backgrounds. Assign and evaluate discussions, papers, and other assignments. All courses are taught via BlackboardOPWL 536 Foundations of Instructional & Performance TechnologyOPWL.

Duluth, MN, US

Led a team of rock stars in the design of new training for SF50 and SR2X aircraft, including certification of pilot qualification in foreign markets, maturation of the Learning Management System, and implementation of innovative additions to existing training programs. * Led the development of a blended learning Part 61 Private Pilot Program that included.

Washington, DC, US

Washington, DC, US

Accountable for the full-spectrum operation of a 125-person training division, Responsible for the safe and effective design, development, and implementation of all enlisted aviation maintenance training in the Coast Guard. This includes basic and advanced courses for Aviation Maintenance Technicians, Avionics Electrical Technicians, and Aviation Survival.

Washington, DC, US

Responsible for the strategic growth and daily operation of the training center. In this role, I manage a 125+ employee staff of active-duty, civilian, and contractor personnel as they design and deliver best-in-class performance-based training for 3,000+ students per year. I directly supervise eight personnel, including four branch officers, three rating.

Washington, DC, US

• Oversee the comprehensive development and implementation of training and performance support for the C-27J aircraft. Perform day-to-day management of all work production, including flight manual and training syllabus.
• Leading Coast Guard-wide charge to migrate paper-based training syllabi to a web-based, database-driven application which will provide stakeholders with real-time pilot proficiency information. The resulting product.
• Adapted to severe financial challenges and completed initial training material build through partnerships with other training centers. Work resulted in reduction of time to train new pilots by two weeks, which.
• Currently working with multi-level headquarters and field unit partners to set the strategic vision for organization as a leader in aviation acquisition, responsible for ground-based unmanned aerial surveillance.
• Developed first-ever organically-produced iPad app in the Coast Guard that simulates a complex flight management computer, saving $1.2M in contracted development and implementation costs.
• Manage external and internal communications as well as manage social media presence on Facebook.

New York, NY, US

• Responsible for the design, development, and execution of several high-profile stores executive development programs at Macy's, Inc. that align with the overall business objectives. Partner with Field Learning and.
• Lead all facets of Military Executive Program Development, from interviewing candidates, monitoring learning, to final placement in stores, resulting in the growth of store leadership by 18 executives.
• Piloted a 2-year leadership development model for College Executive Development Program that builds leadership success factors that drive the business.
• Supervised and developed three direct reports in the field of instructional design, including completion of task and needs analysis, development of performance objectives, and program evaluation.
• Advise store managers and regional and district human resources personnel on appropriate performance actions for under-performing trainees (from termination to performance improvement planning).

Washington, DC, US

• Responsible for the creative professional development of 750 executives, managers, and employees in the Office of the Secretary (OST) with extremely limited funding. Conducted full-spectrum training needs assessment.
• Grew the Talent Development Division from a one-person operation to a lean human resource team with temporarily-assigned personnel.
• Developed no-cost 9-month blended learning program for New Supervisors and managers based on existing e-learning modules and subject matter expertise.
• Trained staff in improving customer service and developed SharePoint dashboard to display key performance indicators for customer service within the Office of Administration
• Coached over 30 employees to professional success, including one promotion to the Senior Executive Service, which is the governments’ elite managerial corps.
• Conducted performance analysis of 50-person financial management division, including focus groups, interviews, and field observations. Within seven days, was able to recommend a series of solutions to improve.

Washington, DC, US

• Serve as the principal e-learning strategic planner, administrator, and marketing consultant to senior Coast Guard leadership. Responsible for the selection, development, and implementation of new Coast Guard-wide.
• Established guidelines and policy for evaluation and quality assessment of new or modified instructional programs.
• Hosted the first US Coast Guard Advanced Distributed Learning Caucus in June, 2010, thereby uniting over 30 geographically dispersed managers and developers of e-learning.
• Responsible for 500% growth of workplace e-learning over a 12-month period, including the addition of three interactive, 3D small boat desktop simulators.
• Developed new policy and innovative procedures to reduce overall mandated training time from 17 hours to less than four hours, resulting in annual savings of $23 million dollars and the Coast Guard Innovation Award for.
• Directed a third-party feasibility study of Playstation Portable, tablet PC, and other mobile devices for delivery of electronic performance support systems and mobile learning to support deployed surface and air assets.

Bentonville, Arkansas, US

• Responsible for the design and development of training and performance support systems for 1.5 million Associates within Walmart Stores, Inc. Developed New Cashier training program that integrates e-learning modules.
• Conducted needs analysis, design, and development of complete pharmacy training program, including preparation for national board certification of pharmacy technicians.Designed and administered online training plan for.
• Conducted proof of concept testing of mobile learning within the store environment by shooting 3 minute video tutorials of the produce section. These videos were loaded to Sony Playstation Portable, iPod Touch, and.

Washington, DC, US

• Conducted routine evaluations of course materials, training aids, and multimedia. Acted as a member of the executive steering committee. Developed interactive computer-based electronic performance support videos for.
• Designed and deployed 17 just in time e-learning modules to aviation units via our wide-area network.
• Completed internal evaluation of a five-day resident training course and recommended outsourcing to an Internet-based test facility, resulted in a savings of $208,000 per annum.
• Responsible for the analysis, design, and development of more than 3,000 technical illustrations and graphics as well as 250 interactive Flash tutorials.
• Managed full instructional development of a resident Aviation Survival Technician “C” school, designed to prepare Airman program coordinators to manage a physical fitness training program.
• Submitted presentation to the Human Performance Technology conference titled, “HH-65C Maintenance Training: An E-Learning Intervention”.

Washington, DC, US

Perform maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting on the H-65 aircraft. Specialization in advanced composite repair, vibration analysis, structural repair, hydraulic sytems, and powertrain. Serve as search and rescue flight mechanic (hoist operator) locating and rescuing survivors from the water/land. Taught six-week Airframe and Powertrain "C" School at.

Ed.D, Adult Education

Ms, Instructional & Performance Technology

Ba, Psychology/Human Development

Aa, General Studies