LeRay J. Bell has over 15 years of experience in education. She currently owns a college planning franchise and works as a substitute teacher. Previously, she was an Associate Director of Admissions, recruiter, and 4th grade teacher. Bell has a PhD in Post-Secondary and Adult Education from Capella University and masters and bachelor's degrees. She provides college planning and admissions assistance to students.
This presents part one of the Action Plan developed at the IAU Workshop on higher education for EFA, held in New Delhi, India on 20-21 February 2014. It deals with how to better engage research undertaken by Indian universities to achieve EFA.
In an effort to increase graduate student retention and graduation rates, the University of North Texas is in the process of developing academic support services for graduate students outside the classroom. Based on data gathered as part of a larger needs-assessment, new programs include research and statistical support, expanded tutoring options, and individual academic coaching. Participants in this session will learn about the process of developing, implementing, and marketing these programs along with information on future plans for the programs including expansion, refining, and formal assessment.
Promoting a Culture of Assessmnet in Academic LibrariesTina Adams
Assessment Actions for 2010-2011:
As a department we …
Approached assessment as an ongoing process.
Expanded assessment methods across colleges.
Included progression-based assessment approaches from first year to graduate level.
Made improvements based on assessment data.
Research, policy and practice in widening participation: the evidence from A...johnroseadams1
The session will include a brief overview of the statistical trends in part-time admissions to HE, a presentation on the approaches used in Aimhigher to track learners and the impact of Aimhigher interventions on their progress and discussion of research methods and the uses of data for targeting.
Questions will be raised about the ways in which researchers and practitioners frame an oppositional discourse and could do things differently.
Discussion groups will include:
• Trend data in part-time applicants and entrants.
• Taking the evidence from Aimhigher - how could/does this translate into research?
• Making a difference in widening participation - the responsibilities of researchers and practitioners
The importance of career assessment tools to assist with declaring and retaining a declared major.
Career assessment tools, Undeclared students, Higher education, Graduation rates, Graduation rates, Community colleges,
This presents part one of the Action Plan developed at the IAU Workshop on higher education for EFA, held in New Delhi, India on 20-21 February 2014. It deals with how to better engage research undertaken by Indian universities to achieve EFA.
In an effort to increase graduate student retention and graduation rates, the University of North Texas is in the process of developing academic support services for graduate students outside the classroom. Based on data gathered as part of a larger needs-assessment, new programs include research and statistical support, expanded tutoring options, and individual academic coaching. Participants in this session will learn about the process of developing, implementing, and marketing these programs along with information on future plans for the programs including expansion, refining, and formal assessment.
Promoting a Culture of Assessmnet in Academic LibrariesTina Adams
Assessment Actions for 2010-2011:
As a department we …
Approached assessment as an ongoing process.
Expanded assessment methods across colleges.
Included progression-based assessment approaches from first year to graduate level.
Made improvements based on assessment data.
Research, policy and practice in widening participation: the evidence from A...johnroseadams1
The session will include a brief overview of the statistical trends in part-time admissions to HE, a presentation on the approaches used in Aimhigher to track learners and the impact of Aimhigher interventions on their progress and discussion of research methods and the uses of data for targeting.
Questions will be raised about the ways in which researchers and practitioners frame an oppositional discourse and could do things differently.
Discussion groups will include:
• Trend data in part-time applicants and entrants.
• Taking the evidence from Aimhigher - how could/does this translate into research?
• Making a difference in widening participation - the responsibilities of researchers and practitioners
The importance of career assessment tools to assist with declaring and retaining a declared major.
Career assessment tools, Undeclared students, Higher education, Graduation rates, Graduation rates, Community colleges,
1. LeRay J. Bell, PhD
3175 Golfe Links Drive Snellville, GA 30039
lbell11@capellauniversity.edu Cell: (404)438-7471
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Franchise Owner/College Planner
Class101 Atlanta 06/2015-Present
Instruct students in strategies and techniques to get a better core on the ACT and
SAT
Help high schools in writing a proper college resume and essay
Guide students through the college admissions process and procedures
Assist students with the financial aid process or FAFSA
Research scholarships and grants for parents and students
Planned the educational path for students based on personal interviews and
research of prospective careers.
Substitute Teacher
Gwinnett County Schools, Lawrenceville, GA 12/2013- Present
Fulton County Schools, Alpharetta, GA 08/2015-Present
Teacher(4th Grade) Rockbridge Elementary 10/2014 – 5/2015
Instructed students in the areas of Reading, Writing, Math, Science, Social Studies
and Health.
Planned, prepared and delivered instructional activities that facilitate active
learning experiences
Developed schemes of work and lesson plans
Established and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
Prepared classroom for class activities
Provided a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational
activities
identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students'
varying needs
Instructed and monitored students in the use of learning materials and equipment
Used relevant technology to support instruction
Substitute Teacher
Gwinnett County Schools, Lawrenceville, GA 12/2013 –10/2014
Fulton County Schools, Alpharetta, GA 08/2014 – 10/2014
Associate Directorof Admissions/Admissions Lead 09/2006 – 06/2013
American InterContinental University – Atlanta
2. Meet enrollment goals for assigned target recruitment area
Travelled on behalf of the College for recruitment and other college related events
Spoke publicly to individuals, groups on and off campus
Developed and maintained close working relationships with key secondary school
constituents.
Assisted in the development and maintenance of the admissions office’s recruitment
and marketing plan with the purpose of promoting the College’s visibility and
general recruitment efforts.
Assisted in the development, maintenance and execution of the department’s
communication plan to prospective and admitted students.
Evaluated and execute admission decisions on applicant files
Supervised and manage the support staff of the department
Developed and monitor statistical reports to enhance recruitment strategies, yield
management, forecasting, and operational efficiency.
High School Recruiter; ITT Technical Institute, Kennesaw, GA 11/2004 – 9/2006
Developed a profile of students attracted to the college by conducting research;
interviewing applicants; analyzing questionnaire results
Evaluated recruitment techniques by determining the effectiveness of each
recruitment technique used by admissions; discerning the appeal of admissions
literature; defining the expectations of the college to be instilled in incoming
students by the admissions staff.
Recruited students by visiting high schools; attending college nights; visiting
community colleges and technological institutions.
Welcomed prospective students by processing paperwork; interviewing applicants;
arranging and conducting campus tours; conducting follow-up activities such as
letter writing and phone-calling campaigns.
Enhanced admissions department and university reputation by accepting
ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to
add value to job accomplishments.
EDUCATION
PhD, Post-Secondary & Adult Ed.- Capella University, Minneapolis, MN (2016)
Post-Secondary Online Teaching Certificate – Capella University (2012)
Masters of Education, Adult Education- University of Georgia, Athens, GA (2009)
Bachelors of Arts, Legal Administration and Pre-Law.- University of West Florida,
Pensacola, FL (1998)
Associates of Science, Paralegal Studies.- Okaloosa-Walton Community College,
Niceville, FL (1995)
Non-Commissioned Officer School.- United States Air Force, Williams Air Force Base,
AZ (1990)
3. REFERENCES
Dr. Florence Ferguson
Program Chair: Criminal Justice Program
American InterContinental University
404-965-6500
Tina Clark
Former Director of Admissions
American InterContinental University
678-910-3970
Stephanie Brown
Assistant Director of Admissions
Art Institute of Atlanta
404-317-9904