Strategies

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NOAA Project Evaluates Success of Professional Development Program for K-12 Science Teachers

The Hezel evaluation team has recently been working with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to evaluate curriculum and professional development activities with regard to the agency’s ability to disseminate critical information to students and teachers. Hezel’s assessment will help NOAA increase the visibility of ocean exploration, science, and education activities to educators, students, and the general public through web-based and printed media.

Hezel Associates, Syrtis, and The Education Alliance at Brown University will Assess Online Professional Development Program for Teachers in Mathematics, Language Arts, and Technology (click here to learn more)

PBS TeacherLine is an online learning environment accessible to K-16 teachers that includes facilitated modules, or mini-courses, in professional development. Modules are offered through local PBS member stations and are designed by experts in the fields of teaching, mathematics and technology integration. The PBS TeacherLine project is funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education. Hezel Associates serves as the lead evaluator on the project, in collaboration with the Education Alliance and Syrtis.

Hezel President Offers DETC Members Strategic Planning Workshop

The Distance Education and Training Council invited Hezel’s president, Dr.Richard T. Hezel, to present at their annual conference in Maui, Hawii. Dr. Hezel’s presentation, "Shining the Torch on the Night Path: Strategic Planning for the Real World of DETC Schools" offered real world techniques for developing strategic plans that move the organization from possibilities to realities. With plenty of examples, he demonstrated how the strategic plan integrated into the culture and the day-to-day operations contributes to a strong organization capable of weathering economic storms, pursuing the dream waves of opportunity, and illuminating the path to long-standing success.

Hezel Associates Presents at National Conference, And Begins New Business (click here to learn more)

Richard T. Hezel, Ph.D., and Paula Szulc Dominguez, Ed.D., presented a discussion on dissemination strategies for learning organizations during Learning & Training Week 2003. The presentation titled The Ripple Effect: Strategies for Effective Dissemination for the Learning Organization, defined the importance of dissemination activities to any new education initiative, the factors contributing to successfully reaching internal and external audiences, and ways in which to evaluate the effectiveness of the dissemination efforts.

Our People

Betsy Bedigian has joined Hezel Associates as the Marketing and Public Relations Manager. In her position, Bedigian will oversee the development and implementation of the marketing and communications strategy for Hezel Associates, including new business development. Previously, Bedigian worked for the account services and public relations departments at MRA, a full-service advertising agency based in Syracuse. During her tenure she was responsible for implementation of marketing and public relations on behalf of clients such as Welch Allyn and the Wireless Foundation, and was a member of the award winning Donate a Phone public relations team. A native of Syracuse, Bedigian received a bachelor’s of science degree in business administration and management from Le Moyne College. Ready to get her feet wet in world of education technology, Bedigian was recently asked to serve on NUTN (National University Telecommunications Network) annual conference marketing committee in San Antonio, TX.

Jennifer Reed joined Hezel Associates as Administrative and Research Assistant. In her position, Reed will receive and direct incoming calls, coordinate office administration and provide technology and research support to staff. Reed previously worked as Administrative Assistant to the Grand Secretary for the Grand Lodge of Ohio, F& AM., Worthington Ohio. Reed also worked for Kropf, Wagner, Hoherberger and Lutz, L.L.P. as legal secretary, Orrville, OH. Reed is a graduate of Otterbein College, holds a Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology.

Shari Treichler, Director of Strategic Services, has been selected for the class of 2003 Leadership Greater Syracuse. Leadership Greater Syracuse is a non-profit organization that trains individuals to become leaders in the Greater Syracuse community. Since 1991, LGS has assembled diverse groups of citizens who share the interests of developing their leadership skills and improving their community.