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Michelle Zuckerman-Parker, Ed.D.
A. Name
Michelle Zuckerman-Parker, Ed.D.
B. Professional Maling Address
Director of Educational Research & Workforce Development
Allegheny-Singer Research Institute
Center for Genomic Sciences
Allegheny General Hospital
320 East North Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15212 -4772
Tel: 412-359-6395
Fax: 412-359-6995
Email:
C. Education
| 2007 |
Ed.D. |
Department of Instructional Technology
School of Education
Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| 2002 |
M.S. |
Department of Journalism and Multimedia Arts
McAnulty Graduate School of Liberal Arts
Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| 1992 |
Teaching License |
Department of Secondary Education
School of Education
Meredith Education, Raleigh, North Carolina |
| 1989 |
B.S. |
College of Applied Science and Technology
Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering Technology/Packaging Science
Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, NY |
D. Postgraduate Training
| 2009 |
Applying for NIH Mentored Career Development |
E. Employment History
| 2009- |
Educational Researcher Consultant for the Smithsonian Institution at the Heinz History Center, Pittsburgh Pennsylvania |
| 2007- |
Director of Education and Workforce Development, Allegheny Singer Research Institute |
| 2007-2009 |
Two year appointment as "Emerging Scholars Network" of the International Association for Media and Communication Research |
| 2006-2007 |
Instructional Technology & English Language Learning Foreign Expert Xi'an University, the People's Republic of China |
| 2002-2007 |
Relocation Specialist, Easy Entry: The Integration People, Fürth, Germany |
| 2002 |
Marketing Research Associate and Multimedia Technologist, Calgon Carbon Corporation, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| 2000-2002 |
Packaging Engineer, RHI, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| 1998-2000 |
Quality Control Tester, Printcafe, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| 1992-1997 |
Science Educator, Wake County Public School System, Raleigh, North Carolina |
| 1991-1992 |
Packaging Engineer, Revlon, Oxford, North Carolina & New York, New York |
| 1990-1991 |
Quality Auditor, Merck, Sharpe & Dohme, Wilson, North Carolina |
| 1989 |
Packaging Engineer Intern, Burroughs-Wellcome, Greenville, North Carolina, & Research Triangle Park, NC |
| 1988 |
Packaging Engineer Intern, Lawless Container Corporation, North Tonawanda, New York |
F. Certification and Licensure
| 2008 |
Center for Interpretive and Qualitative Research Certificate in Interpretive and Qualitative Research, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| 2007- |
Approved Provider of ACT 48 Continuing Professional Education for the state of Pennsylvania |
| 2006 |
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Secondary Science tenure |
| 1995 |
State of North Carolina Secondary Science tenure |
G. Military Service: n/a
H. Honors and Awards
| 2008 |
Duquesne University Mind Heart & Spirit Award. Mind, Heart & Spirit Awards recognize Duquesne alumni who exemplify the pillars of the University's mission—academic excellence; moral and spiritual values; ecumenism and diversity; service; and world concerns. Dr. Zuckerman-Parker was honored for her contributions and accomplishments related to academic excellence. |
| 2007 |
Two-year appointment as "Emerging Scholars Network" of the International Association for Media and Communication Research |
| 2006 |
Nominated for the "Young Leaders Study Group on the Future of Europe: Europe, the West, and the Rest" |
| 2006 |
Instructional Technology & English Language Learning Foreign Expert in the People's Republic of China |
| 1989 |
Anheuser-Busch's Engineering Student Award for Alcohol Permeation Rates for various polymers |
I. Memberships in Professional Society
American Educational Research Association
American Educational Studies Association
International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies
Massachusetts Institute of Technology Learning International Network Consortium MIT-LINC
National Consortium for Instruction and Cognition
National Council of Teachers of English
National Science Teachers Association
Teachers of English to Students of Other Languages
TeraGrid
J. Professional Service Committees and Administrative Service
Institutional Service
| 2009- |
Allegheny General Hospital: Green Committee |
Extramural Service
| 2009 |
"Innovation, Ideas, and Infrastructure: It All Starts with STEM Education" STEM Education Caucus, Washington DC. |
| 2009- |
The Public Consortium for Public Education |
| 2009- |
Bayer Cooperation's "Bridging the Diversity Gap: Introducing STEM Industries to K-12 Best Practices" program |
| 2009 |
Coordinator for AERA panel discussion entitled "Preliminary Findings of Four Institute of Educational Sciences Studies to Improve Professional Development from Science Teachers" |
| 2008- |
Board of Directors of Blended Learning Research Consortium |
| 2008 |
Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars discussion regarding "The Power of Partnerships: Universities, Business and Excellent STEM Teaching." |
| 2008 |
National Academies of Science Committee on Under-represented Groups and the Expansion of the Science and Engineering Workforce Pipeline Meeting |
| 2008 |
"Building a Competitive America: The Potential for Partnership in Education" Congressional Meeting |
Journal Review Responsibilities
| 2008- |
Technology Editor for Worldwide Forum Journal Co-Editor, Cambridge Scholars Publishing |
| 2006 |
Information Resources Management Association Committee Member Submission Reviewer for the 2006 International Conference, Washington DC. |
K. Community Service
| 2008- |
"Start on Success" Mentor for Pittsburgh Public School System Student |
| 2007- |
SCITech at Carnegie Science Center, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
L. Educational Activities
| 2008- |
Innovative math tutoring program developed for CCAC Math Department to use principles of andragogy with podcasting to aid students with various learning styles. |
| 2008- |
Developed and implemented a Cardio Thoracic Field Trip Opportunity for area students to observe Surgery from the observation deck of the OR. This includes meeting the surgeons, nurses, technicians gaining students an opportunity to learn about STEM careers and facilitate opportunities for students to volunteer at Allegheny General Hospital. |
Teaching Experience
| 2009- |
Adjunct Faculty, Duquesne University School of Education, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| 2006- |
English Professor, Eurasia University, Xi'an, the People's Republic of China |
M. Research Activities
| 2007- |
Workforce Development Education |
| 2007- |
Pedagogical Content Knowledge for Science Educators |
N. Grant Support
Extramural funding (current)
US Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences
Mentoring Teachers through Pedagogical Content Knowledge Development R305M050264
CO-Principal Investigator: Michelle Zuckerman-Parker, Ed.D
CO-Principal Investigator: Luanne Hall-Stoodley, Ph.D.
Project Period: June 1, 2006 — July 30, 2009
Total Funding: $1,5000,000
Private Foundation Funding
Allegheny Women's Biotechnology Workforce Collaborative
Principal Investigator: Michelle Zuckerman-Parker, Ed.D
Project Period: August 1, 2007 — July 30, 2010
Total Funding: $500,000
National Science Foundation
Allegheny Women's Biotechnology Workforce Collaborative
CO-PI: Michelle Zuckerman-Parker, Ed.D
Project Period: August 1, 2009 — July 30, 2012
Total Funding: $600,000
Extramural funding (pending)
Department of Education
Institute of Educational Science
Summary of request: Research into efficacy of Pedagogical Content Knowledge Program developed. $3,000,000
Department of Justice
National Office of Violence Against Women
Summary of request: To initiate a Community Alliance to facilitate systematic change within an impoverished neighborhood which is culturally sensitive to the needs of those who are afraid of the stigma associated with various existing resources. $400,000
Department of Labor
National Employment and Training Administration
Summary of request: To modify the AWBWC model for Older Workers and Veteran returning to the workforce. $1,000,000
National Institute of Health
Challenge Grant: (12) Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Education (STEM) 12-HD-101 Educational Interventions to Increase Science Literacy.
Summary of request: To use gaming devices to increase scientific literacy. Research program efficacy. $1,000,000
National Institute of Health
Challenge Grant: (12) Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Education (STEM) 12-HD-102 Optimal Environments and Techniques for Science Learning.
Summary of request: To use pedagogical content knowledge with science to increase scientific literacy. Research program efficacy. $1,000,000
National Institute of Health
Challenge Grant: (12) Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Education (STEM) 12-AG-101 Efficacy of educational approaches toward promoting STEM competencies. Research on
Summary of request: To use pedagogical content knowledge with science to increase scientific literacy. Research program efficacy. $1,000,000
National Institute of Health
Challenge Grant: (12) Science, Technology, Engineering and Math Education (STEM)
Summary of request: Extend SEPA Starfish Project about Tissue Regeneration for teacher education and summer camp for inner city youth. Research program efficacy. $1,200,000
Extramural funding (past): n/a
O. Student Trainees
Undergraduate Internships
Stephen Cercone, Colgate College, Summer (2008)
Megan Rodella, Gettysburg College, Summer (2007)
Women and Minority Student STEM Internships
Christi Ballow — Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Tenisha Blackwell — Community College of Allegheny County, 2007-
Lauren Bivins — Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Barbara Byers — Community College of Allegheny County, 2007-
Heather Candalore — Community College of Allegheny County, 2007-
Dawn Childs — Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Yalonda Clemons — Community College of Allegheny County, 2007-
Morgan Coles — Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Monique Dowdy — Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Erica Eberhardt — Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Shannon Ed — Community College of Allegheny County, 2007-
Tara Finizio — Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Krystal Garcia — Community College of Allegheny County, 2007-
Amanda Grady — Community College of Allegheny County, 2007-
Theresa Kamon — Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Linda Khouri — Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Tamika Macon — Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Stacy McDonald — Community College of Allegheny County, 2007-
Tiffany McNarry — Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Larissa Moore — Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Nakia Muhammand — Community College of Allegheny County, 2007-
Shaina Murry — Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Chrissy Plannick — Community College of Allegheny County, 2007-
Natia Platt — Community College of Allegheny County, 2007-
Rosalind Smith — Community College of Allegheny County, 2007-
Kirsta Smithson — Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Amy Solomon— Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Kacey Streba — Community College of Allegheny County, 2007-
Lucretia Thompson — Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Julie Vermeulen — Community College of Allegheny County, 2007-
Monica Wandel — Community College of Allegheny County, 2008-
Arlene White — Community College of Allegheny County, 2007-
Tracy Williamson — Community College of Allegheny County, 2007-
P. Bibliography
Published full-length papers
| 2008 |
Zuckerman-Parker, M. (2008). Allegheny women's biotechnology workforce collaborative. CPST Comments, 45(1). http://www.cpst.org |
| 2008 |
Zuckerman-Parker, M. & Shank, G. (2008) The town hall focus group: A new format for qualitative research methods. The Qualitative Report. 13 (4), 630-635. http://www.nova.edu/ssss/QR/QR13-4/zuckerman-parker.pdf |
| 2008 |
Piecka, D., Studnicki, E. & Zuckerman-Parker, M. (2008). A proposal for ozone science podcasting in a middle science classroom. AACE Journal, 16(2), 203-233. |
| 2007 |
Zuckerman-Parker, M. (2007). MP3 and culturally free. Doctoral dissertation, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA. |
| 2004 |
Zuckerman-Parker, M. (2004). Professional leadership in technologies: PSSA study. Technology and student achievement: A study of student-to-computer ratios and student-to-teacher ratios and student achievement. |
Invited Chapters
Zuckerman-Parker, M., Compliment, C., Todd, A., & Post, J.C. (2009). AWBWC: Instructional Technology and Achievement. Book Chapter in. E. Ng (PhD) Comparative Blended Learning Practices and Environments: Cultural, Disciplinary and Gender Perspectives. IGI Global.
Zuckerman-Parker, M. (2008). Andragogy and technology. In L. A. Tomei (Ed.), Encyclopedia of information technology curriculum integration (pp. 30-36). Hershey, PA: Idea Group Publishing.
Q. Presentations
Zuckerman-Parker, M., Compliment, C., Stoodley, L.H., Ehrlich, G., Post, J.C., Caplan, D., &Todd, A. (2009, February). Barriers to Academic & Personal Success: Overcoming Racial and Gender Issues with the Allegheny Women's Biotechnology Workforce Collaborative. Poster session presented at Drexel University's Annual Sex and Gender Research Forum: Women's Health in the Post Reproductive Years, Philadelphia, PA.
Zuckerman-Parker, M, Stoodley, L.H., Wolf, P., Rodella, M., Ehrlich, G., & Post, J.C. (2008, October). Cardiothoracic surgery observation opportunities at Allegheny General Hospital for high school students. Poster session presented at Drexel University's Discovery Days, Philadelphia, PA.
Zuckerman-Parker, M., Compliment, C., Stoodley, L.H., Wolf, P., Rodella, M., Ehrlich, G., & Post, J.C. (2008, October). Meta analysis of educational opportunities at Allegheny General Hospital and Allegheny-Singer Research Institute. Poster session presented at Drexel University's Discovery Days, Philadelphia, PA.
Zuckerman-Parker, M., Compliment, C., Stoodley, L.H., Rodella, M., Wolf, P., Ehrlich, G., & Post, J.C. (2008, October). Biotechnology Workforce Collaborative: Allegheny Women's Biotechnology Workforce Collaborative Year 1 Findings. Poster session presented at Drexel University's Discovery Days, Philadelphia, PA.
Zuckerman-Parker, M., Compliment, C., Todd, A. (2008, September). The Allegheny Women's Biotechnology Workforce Collaborative. Presentation at the Partnership for Reform in Science and Mathematics (PRISM) Annual Conference: Accepting the Stem Challenge, Atlanta, GA.
Stoodley, L. H., & Zuckerman-Parker, M. (2008, June). Mentoring teachers through pedagogical content knowledge development. Poster session presented at the Third Annual Research Conference of the Institute of Educational Sciences, Washington DC.
Zuckerman-Parker, M., Compliment, C., Post, J.C. (2008, May). Allegheny Women's Biotechnology Workforce Collaborative. Presentation at the 110th Congress' Congressional Diversity and Innovation Caucus, Washington DC.
Stoodley, L.H., Zuckerman-Parker, M., Ehrlich, G., & Post, J.C. (2008, March). Improving pedagogical content knowledge for high school biology educators with genomics. Poster session presented at the American Education Research Association Conference, New York City.
Stoodley, L. H., & Zuckerman-Parker, M. (2008, March). Mentoring teachers through pedagogical content knowledge development. Paper presented at the National Science Teacher's Association 2008 Conference, Boston.
Zuckerman-Parker, M., Compliment, C., & Todd, A. (2008, March). Biotech sistahood: An interactive multimedia exploration of a true neighborhood workforce collaborative. Paper presented at the meeting of the League of Innovations, Denver, CO.
Zuckerman-Parker, M. (2007, October). Overview of educational research at Allegheny-Singer Research Institute: Empowering underserved women with biotechnology and mentoring teachers through pedagogical content knowledge development. Poster session presented at Drexel University College of Medicine Discovery Days, Philadelphia.
Stoodley, L. H., & Zuckerman-Parker, M. (2007, June). Mentoring teachers through pedagogical content knowledge development. Poster session presented at the Second Annual Research Conference of the Institute of Educational Sciences, Washington DC.
International Presentations
Zuckerman-Parker, M. (2007, July). Using m-technology in the classroom to improve English language learning. Paper presented at the meeting of the Emerging Scholars Network, Paris.
Zuckerman-Parker, M. (2005, November). An ethnographic inquiry investigating the interaction of shyness within Chinese culture. Paper presented at the Worldwide Forum on Education and Culture, Rome.
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