Karla Back Email & Phone Number

Hello! I am a dedicated academic professional with a strong focus on studentsuccess and innovative online teaching methods. My experience spans coursedevelopment, higher education leadership, and training development indynamic business environments.I take pride in creating engaging learning experiences for students andeducators alike, leveraging the latest instructional technologies to fosterdynamic and interactive classes. Building strong relationships with studentsis at the core of my teaching philosophy, and I believe effectivecommunication is key to fostering a thriving learning environment.I am excited about the opportunity to bring my diverse expertiseto the role of an online instructor in Business courses, whether atthe undergraduate or graduate level. My areas of expertise include coursedevelopment, leadership development, strategic planning, and proficiency in online Learning Management Systems like Brightspace/D2L, Blackboard, Web CT, and Canvas.In addition to my academic work, I've collaborated with industry leaderssuch as Shell Oil, Exxon Mobil, and American Express on Training NeedsAssessment and Training Evaluation initiatives. This experience has honed myability to build strong relationships and tailor training programs to meetspecific organizational goals.Lets connect and explore how my background and skills can contribute tocreating meaningful learning experiences and driving student success in thefield of Business education.

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  Professor

  Alfred State College - Suny College Of Technology

  May 2004 - Present - Alfred New York

  In this current role, I render expertise in online course delivery, studentachievement, and program development for current/future business andtechnology management courses. I foster strong partnerships and engage withcommunity and professional organizations to ensure the relevance andapplicability of business courses.Additionally, I create and implement courses and grant opportunities forvarious business, project management, and technology management programs. Iconduct core upper-level online required Business classes, such asprinciples of management, principles of leadership, international business,and management communications.Some key accomplishments associated with this job role include: Achieved SUNY Chancellor's Teaching Award for Excellence in Fall 2013,recognizing outstanding student learning and development contributions. Increased student learning and performance in Business courses by designing,developing, delivering, and evaluating on-campus and online courses. Recognized by SUNY Online Learning and served as an online peer mentor fordeveloping and implementing online learning courses at Alfred State Collegefrom 2020 to 2022. Partnered with Student Activities Leadership Team to mentor top studentleaders in the Emerging Leaders Program at Alfred State College from 2013 to2017, contributing to their personal and professional growth.Received the National Society of Leadership and Success Excellence inTeaching Award in December 2018, acknowledging exemplary teaching practicesand student impact. Attained SUNY Online "Excellence Award" in May 2021, recognizing advocacyfor online teaching and positive contributions to online learningenvironments. Accomplished SUNY Online Certification for Brightspace/D2L FundamentalsTraining Course Competencies in May 2022, demonstrating proficiency inonline teaching platforms and instructional technology.