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gailruby@gailruby.com
Specialization: Instructional Design for Online Learning
June 2006
Related
Coursework: Leadership
in Instructional Design, Principles of Learning and Instructional Design,
Instructional Media Tools, Ethics and Social Responsibility in Distance
Education, Evaluation and Assessment of Instruction, Societal and Cultural
Change.
B.S. in
Physics, Minor in Mathematics
Northern
Outstanding Physics Student
Science and Math Curriculum
Designer and Instructor
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Develop
curriculum and instructional plans employing cognitive learning theory
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Develop
assessments and evaluate instruction incorporating a portfolio program
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Utilize
and evaluate the effectiveness of interactive instructional technology
Adjunct Physics Instructor November 2003 – May 2006
Physics Instructor August 1998 – May 2001
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Led
Department in the analysis and
implementation of instructional technology and media
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Performed
content and materials analysis for
curriculum and courses
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Develop
learning objectives and created course structure
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Applied
Instructional Design model and principles in traditional instruction and e-learning
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Designed,
developed, and implemented curriculum for traditional and online courses
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Prepared and
implemented evaluation plan and evaluation instruments
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Utilized
Blackboard Learning Management System and Computer Aided Instruction
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Employed adult
learning principles and theories
Assistant
Coordinator, Opening the Doors
to Health Career Opportunities
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Analyzed learning needs,
learner characteristics, and environmental factors impacting instruction
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Planned, prepared, and administered academic
competitions and activities
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Created
and Presented Faculty Development programs for
innovative math and science instruction
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Effectively collaborated with colleagues, principles,
teachers, and parents
Science and Math Curriculum
Designer and Instructor
Courses Taught: Physics,
Chemistry, Forensics, Environmental Science, PreCalculus, Algebra
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Develop
and implement curriculum and instructional plans which incorporate portfolios
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Utilize
cognitive learning theory in classroom instruction
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Employ
interactive classroom instruction
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Responsible for maintaining learner confidentiality
Adjunct Physics
Instructor
Courses
Taught: Calculus-Based Introductory Physics Laboratory I and II, Algebra-Based
Introductory Physics Laboratory I and I, Algebra-Based Introductory Physics
Lecture II, Physical Science Lab
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Researched
effectiveness of instructional technologies
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Applied
Studio Physics principles to classroom instruction
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Accommodated
learners with disabilities
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Used
Blackboard, an internet based classroom management system, for computer aided
instruction and assessment
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Supervised
lab assistants and graders
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Exercised discretion and maintain learner
confidentiality
Physics Instructor August 1998 – May 2001
Courses
Taught: Optics, Lecture and Laboratory, Modern Physics, Calculus-Based
Introductory Physics Laboratory I and II, Algebra-Based Introductory Physics
Laboratory I and II, Calculus-Based Introductory Physics Lecture I and II,
Algebra-Based Introductory Physics Lecture I and II
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Administered
the physics lab budget and initiated Computer Based Lab instruction using Logger
Pro and Venier equipment.
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Applied
Studio Physics principles to classroom instruction, used WebAssign, an Internet
homework service, and Blackboard, an internet based classroom management
system.
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Recruited,
supervised and evaluated one student lab assistant and two student graders each
semester.
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Used
Internet Websites designed for interactive learning in quantum mechanics,
atomic spectra and lasers, PowerPoint Presentations and Videos.
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Used
Interactive Physics Demonstrations, Studio Physics Sessions, PowerPoint
Presentations with a Digital Projector and encouraged Students to Perform
Classroom Physics demonstrations.
Teaching Assistant
Courses
Taught: Calculus-Based Introductory Physics I and II Lab
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Taught
undergraduate Physics Lab courses using computer assisted data collection and
analysis and Applied computer aided instruction
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Prepared
laboratory lecture material, set-up and tested lab equipment including
computers
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Maintained
equipment, trouble shot and corrected malfunctions during the lab
Sabbatical Leave
Replacement Aug.
1997 – May 1998
Adjunct Physics
Instructor Aug. 1992 – May 1995
Courses
Taught: Calculus-Based Introductory Physics I and II Lab, Algebra-Based
Introductory Physics I and II Lecture and Lab. Math-Based Introductory Physics
Lecture and Lab, Trigonometry and Vectors for Physics Lecture
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Developed learning
objectives, content, course structure and conducted analysis for Trigonometry and Vectors for Physics
course
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Designed
and implemented curriculum for Math-Based Introductory Physics
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Taught
undergraduate Physics Lecture and Lab for traditional, non-traditional, and
international students
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Prepared
laboratory manual, set-up and tested lab equipment
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Maintained
equipment, trouble shot, and corrected malfunctions during the lab
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Developed
computer applications for physics laboratory
Physics
Instructor
Courses
Taught: Calculus-Based Introductory
Physics I and II Lab, Algebra-Based Introductory Physics I and II Lecture and
Lab
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Taught undergraduate Physics lecture and lab for
continuing education, non-traditional students
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Developed physics experiments using computer based data
collection and analysis
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Created,
administered, and evaluated laboratory quizzes
Research Assistant
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Completed Quality Assurance Monitor and IR-2 Navigator Shift Training at the Stanford Linear Accelerator
Center-BaBar Detector-IR2
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Performed
Data Analysis of D meson Decays
using ROOT
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Participated
in the Testing and remounting of Front End Boards for the DIRC (Detector of
Internally Reflected Chernkov Light) Shutdown Project at BaBar
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Conducted
Charmonia Research
Assistant
Coordinator, Opening the Doors
to Health Career Opportunities
·
Planned and conducted a weekly academic activity program
during school and after school for groups of 5-15 students in the 4th
– 8th grade at six area elementary and middle schools
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Coordinated
activities for participating students such as toothpick bridge competition
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Conducted a Math
Pentathlon
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Supervised two student workers
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Developed and conducted activities for a weeklong summer
camp
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Prepared and conducted three in-service training
programs for teachers in new techniques and innovations in the area of math and
science instruction
Programming:
Dreamweaver, HTML
Operating
Systems: Windows, Linux, and Unix
Learning
Management Systems: Blackboard and WebCT
Software:
Microsoft Word, Excel with graphing applications, Publisher, PowerPoint,
Outlook; Netscape; Internet Explorer; Acrobat Reader; Ghostview; Inspiration;
and Hot Potatoes
Classroom
Technology: digital projection, internet integration, computer aided
instruction, web based homework submission
American Association of Physics
Teachers National Meeting, Attendee 2003
Joint Spring Meeting,
Attendee 2001
Joint Spring Meeting, Attendee 2000
Family
Math/Family Science, Presenter 1996
– Present
Opening the
Doors to Health Career Opportunities, National Science Teachers
Association, Global
eLearning Guild October
2004
American Association of Physics
Teachers September
1998
National Science Teachers Association September
1996
Society of College Science Teachers September
1996
PUBLICATIONS
Ruby, G.,
(2004). Physics Lab I with Computers
Using Logger Pro..
Ruby, G.,
(2000). Physics Lab II with Computers
Using Logger Pro..
Ruby, G., (1983). College Physics II Laboratory Manual.
INSTITUTIONAL SERVICE
Faculty Prayer Coordinator 1999
– 2001
Center for the Development of Christian Leadership 1999 – 2001
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Advisory Committee Member
Admissions and Standards Committee 1999
– 2001
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Chair, 2000 - 2001
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Member, 1999 - 2000
Teacher Education Search Committee 2001
Accreditation
Committee 1973
– 1974
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Initial Accreditation by the North Central Association of
Colleges and Schools
Excellence in Teaching Scholarship,
Teaching Assistantship,
Outstanding Physics Student, Northern
Internship, Nuclear Regulatory
Commission Office of State Programs,
Outstanding Mathematics Student,
Internship, Office of United States
Senator Robert Griffim,
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