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Collaborating Teams
People
Gabe Abrams
gabe_abrams@harvard.eduPrincipal Software Engineer and EdTech Innovator
I spend half my time working with teaching and learning folks to identify new ways to improve DCE classes, then spend the other half of my time building technologies, apps, and tools that set out to achieve those goals.
Online Course Design & Pedagogy
Ethan Contini-Field
ethan_continifield@harvard.eduManager of Asynchronous Course Development
I work with instructors to help them develop fully-online Extension School courses. Together, we consider about how an all-online learning environment is similar to and different from the classroom, and brainstorm ways to adapt the course content to...
Bridget Copes
brcopes@fas.harvard.eduOnline Course Developer
I collaborate with instructors to develop online asynchronous courses. We work together to adapt course content, develop meaningful learning experiences, and create opportunities for students to engage with each other in the online, asynchronous...
Michael Davis
michael_davis@harvard.eduCreative Lead, Educational Media Production and Design
I am a visual artist specializing in animation, digital illustration and graphic design.
Keith Erickson
keitherickson@g.harvard.eduCourse Design Production Lead
I am so excited to be part of this team. Helping students learn is the underlying platform that drives me in my position. I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of the Harvard team.
Sara Makiya
smakiya@fas.harvard.eduManager of Learning Experience Design
I partner with faculty to reimagine and redesign courses and activities across a range of formats and manage our Teach Partnership program, which offers instructors the opportunity to work one-on-one with a learning designer to deepen engagement through...
Luis Poza-Garcia
luis_poza-garcia@fas.harvard.eduDirector of Course Design for Non-Credit Learning
I provide leadership on online and hybrid strategy for DCE’s Non-Credit and Professional Development Programs (PDPs) to support flexible, engaging, practical, and rigorous learning.
Joel Ramos
joel_ramos@g.harvard.eduCourse Design Production Manager
I work with instructors to record their lectures either in studio or remotely for asynchronous learning.
Faculty Development
Woden Teachout
wteach@fas.harvard.eduManager of Faculty Development
I lead the Faculty Development team. We work with instructors to refine existing skills and develop new ones, from structuring classes to designing assignments to providing feedback to exploring new technologies.
Susan Goldstein
goldstein@fas.harvard.eduFaculty Development Specialist
I assist faculty who are new to DCE or who are teaching in a new format to design and teach their courses by thinking through and implementing pedagogical strategies and tools.
Zahra Ahmed
zahraahmed@g.harvard.eduFaculty Development Specialist
As a thought partner, facilitator, and coach, I lead and design faculty trainings and resources on pedagogy and practices for online and in-person teaching. I launched the Inclusive Teaching Institute, an interdisciplinary learning community open to...
Instructional Technology
Sarah L
DCE_InstructionalTechnology@fas.harvard.eduManager of Instructional Technologies
I lead a team of instructional technologists working with faculty using a broad range of tools to enhance the learning experience. I serve as a liaison between DCE and the rest of the Harvard community as new tools and strategies evolve and are tested...
Joanna D
DCE_InstructionalTechnology@fas.harvard.eduSenior Instructional Technology Consultant
Canvas course site designer
I work directly with instructors and faculty to design and implement on-line learning environments, using the entire range of Canvas tools: from rubrics and grading schemes to embedding media and communicating with course members inside of Canvas.
Cortney Leigh Cox
DCE_InstructionalTechnology@fas.harvard.eduInstructional Technology Consultant
I work with teaching staff to set up Canvas course sites and tools in a way that enables students to get the most out of their learning experience. I also specialize in online exam builds and online proctoring.
Liz Tokar
tokar@fas.harvard.eduWeb Development Project Manager
I'm an Instructional Technology utility player for Teaching & Learning, managing non-course site web and workflow projects, and helping Instructors set up their course sites.
Emerging Technology Solutions
Christian Wisecarver
wisecarver@g.harvard.eduDirector of Online Course Technology & Innovation
I am an online education professional with a strong background in media production and project management. I walk the line between creativity and productivity, attempting to bring both to all aspects of my work. If you have any questions about the...
Christian Franco
christian_franco@harvard.eduAssociate Director of Online Course Technology & Innovation
A problem solver by nature, I enjoy the creative process of layering technologies in effort to support collaboration and help evolve teaching and learning practices within online education.
Greg Aimo
aimo01@g.harvard.eduManager of DCE Studios
I run our video production studios and make online course content. I also enjoy producing mini-documentaries and promotional videos. I love exploring how storytelling can enhance learning, and contributing to a team at the forefront of online education. I...
Josh Casoni
joshua_casoni@fas.harvard.eduAssistant Manager of DCE Studios
Filmmaker with a strong background in writing, directing, producing. I am a storyteller at heart, with a passion and love for the creative arts. I enjoy collaborating with a multitude of artists from all forms of creative mediums. I am blessed to be a...
Red Kasu
ykasu@g.harvard.edu I assist with the operation of our studios. I work with a creative and innovative team that is continuously evolving and growing with online education. I am a problem solver who is ready to tackle any production project or technology.
Binita Gupta
binita_gupta@g.harvard.eduStudio Assistant
I am a photographer and videographer with a background in international education. After completing my degree in International Studies, I moved from Philly to Bogota, Colombia where I taught ESL for three years. When I moved to Boston I discovered my...
Loan Nguyen
loan_nguyen@g.harvard.eduStudio Production Specialist
I am a cultural producer with a background in film, interdisciplinary media, and language education. I'm interested in cultivating equity through visual and story-based interactive work in all forms. I feel extraordinarily privileged to get to do this...
Casey Smerczynski
csmerczynski@g.harvard.eduStudio Assistant
I am a member of DCE’s Innovation team, supporting our studio and course technology projects. So far in life I've gravitated towards environments of imagination and teamwork, which has led me to working on TV and film productions, as well as producing my...
Media Production
Kriss Barnhart
kriss_barnhart@harvard.eduAssociate Director for Classroom Video Production and OpenCast Services
As director of our hybrid classroom production, I enjoy connecting our online students with our campus based students, in both real time and on demand. Our team of talented videographers and producers is on site daily to collaborate with instructors and...
John Orphanos
John_Orphanos@Harvard.eduManager of Online Course Videography
I'm a problem solver. I'll be your first contact to help you navigate the lecture capture and online course production process. I'll help you set up your course, guiding you through the myriad of options available and provide on-going support throughout...
Peter Neudel
pneudel@fas.harvard.eduAssistant Manager for Classroom Video Operations
I provide leadership and support to our team of producers and videographers, and help facilitate the live streaming of our DCE courses to distance learning students.
Craig Milanesi
craig_milanesi@fas.harvard.eduAssistant Manager for Classroom Video Production Operations
I am a video professional with 30 years of production management experience in academic media.
Jake Doty
jake_doty@harvard.eduOnline Education Senior Production Specialist
Video Editor & Graphic Designer
I help instructors and course staff plan their semester, provide technical and logistical support, and produce video content for online courses.
Rich Hinds
rhinds@fas.harvard.eduStaff Videographer
I strive to capture the best visual and audio recordings of classes that I film around campus.
Dan Jeffs
dan_jeffs@harvard.eduSenior Distance Education Production Specialist
I will be your first point of contact for all questions about distance education. I'll produce your recorded lectures and post them on your course Canvas page within 24 hours for distance students.
Pamela Kessler
pamela_kessler@harvard.eduSenior Distance Education Production Specialist
Since arriving more than 20 years ago, I've seen Online Learning at DCE evolve and grow enormously. That sense of what we were, what we are, and what we can be gives perspective to everything I do here. I particularly enjoy helping "my" instructors bring...
Michelle Murray
michellemurray@g.harvard.eduSenior Distance Education Production Specialist
Let me help you find ways to make your online students feel they are part of your class community.
Anna Rafferty
anna_rafferty@fas.harvard.eduCommunications and Administrative Coordinator
I help keep the Department of Continuing Education's video production team running smoothly (alongside my fantastic colleagues) by organizing data, connecting with faculty, and coordinating course information.
DCE Online Support
Raza Javaid
academictechnolgy@dce.harvard.eduOnline Technology Analyst
I work at the Help Desk and provide support for both students and instructors to help resolve their technical issues.
Michael Kilmurray
webconference@dce.harvard.eduManager of Web Conference Support
I lead a team of Academic Technology Consultants. We support faculty, students, and staff using web conference technology for teaching and learning.
Tony Sai
Academic Technology Consultant - Web Conference
I help instructors to enrich their online identities with technologies and services for their online classrooms.
Allen Zanca
webconference@dce.harvard.eduAcademic Technology Consultant
I work with faculty, staff, and students to train them, help resolve their technical issues, and provide support for their events. You can also find me working on media and technical projects to help the Harvard Extension School run smoother and more...
