Dr. Kellie Alston
Dear Professor: Where College Students Who Take Courses Online Speak Their Minds
According to the National Center for Education Statistics and Education Dynamics, online college enrollment is on the rise. Before the pandemic, online learning programs were typically for people going back to school to augment or change their career or pursuing a graduate degree to enhance their career while they work. However, EducationDynamics found in 2023 that the largest share of students pursuing undergraduate or graduate degrees online is 35 or younger. That said, 35% of students pursuing online undergraduate degrees are between 19 and 23, and 42% of online graduate students are betwee...
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Pursuing A Doctorate Can Be Brutal | Dear Professor with Kye Howard 16.11.2023 44:00
About The Guest: Kye Howard is a 47-year-old doctoral student pursuing her Ed. D. in organizational leadership and organizational development. She has worked in law enforcement for 23 years and is a single mother to an eight-year-old. Kye is an avid fitness kickboxer, roller skater, and science fiction buff. She aspires to one day narrate a TEDx talk. Summary: In this episode of the Dear Professor...
Online Courses Caused Me to Grow | Dear Professor with Elsie Barnes 09.11.2023 25:22
About The Guest: Ms. Elsie Barnes is a 57-year-old former online student from Conway, North Carolina. She has two children and a fiance, and she enjoys planting flowers, playing basketball, shopping, and spending time with her family. Elsie worked as a teacher assistant before pursuing her degree in birth to kindergarten from North Carolina Central University, which she completed online. Summary:...
Please, Keep It Engaging! | Dear Professor with Dr. Luis Zamarripa 02.11.2023 30:59
About The Guest: Dr. Luis Zamarripa is an HR professional with extensive experience in online learning. He pursued his PhD online and has a passion for researching and learning. Dr. Zamarripa is a veteran, a husband, and a father of four. He is known for his positive energy and love for knowledge. Summary: Dr. Luis Zamarripa shares his experiences as an online student and provides insights into th...
You Taught Me Far Beyond the Content | Dear Professor with Tapresha Cummings 26.10.2023 42:01
About The Guest: Tapresha Cummings is a 34-year-old African American woman from a small town in eastern North Carolina. She is a single parent and an early childhood education major. Tapresha has always wanted to be a teacher and is passionate about lifelong learning. Summary: Tapresha Cummings shares her experiences as an online student and the importance of having a professor who cares. She disc...
Feels Like I'm Really Teaching Myself | Dear Professor with Takima Hoy-Hines 19.10.2023 26:00
About The Guest: Takima Hoy-Hines is a nontraditional student pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education. She is passionate about owning her own childcare facility in the future. Summary: In this episode of the Dear Professor series, Dr. Kellie Alston interviews Takima Hoy-Hines, an online student pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education. Takima shares her experiences as an online studen...
Education Keeps Me Going | Dear Professor with Freida B. Weston 19.10.2023 19:00
About The Guest Ms. Freida Weston is a 68-year-old student who has defied age barriers and pursued higher education. She obtained two bachelor's degrees--one in Behavioral and Social Science and in Child Development Studies. She is currently pursuing a master’s degree in human development and Family Studies at North Carolina Central University. Ms. Freida is a testament to the fact that it is neve...
If Only You Knew What I've Been Through | Dear Professor with Leighana Dail 12.10.2023 31:03
Dr. Kellie Alston hosts the "Dear Professor" series, where college students share their experiences and opinions about online learning. In this episode, Dr. Alston interviews Leighana Dail, a 25-year-old online student pursuing a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education. Leighana discusses her love for education, the importance of communication between instructors and students, the need for passion...
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