Faculty and Staff Profiles

• Bachelor of Science Psychology - Brigham Young University - 2002
• Doctor of Philosophy Instructional Technology - The University of Georiga - 2008
• Graduate Certificate Interdisciplinary Qualitative Studies - The University of Georgia - 2008

• Systems Manager,   - Brigham Young University - 2000-2002
• Teaching Assistant, Instructional Psychology and Technology - Brigham Young University - 2000-2002
• Research Assistant, The Learning and Performance Support Laboratory - The University of Georgia - 2003-2006
• Product Evaluator,   - Athens Academy - 2005
• Distance Education Facilitator,   - The University of Georgia - 2006-2008
• Instructional Designer , Office of Information Technology - The University of Georgia - 2008
• Assistant Professor of Instructional Technology, Adult Learning and Technology - University of Wyoming - 2008-2014
• Website Developer, Adult Learning and Technology/Professional Studies - University of Wyoming - 2011-2016
• Associate Professor of Instructional Technology, Professional Studies - University of Wyoming - 2014-2018
• Associate Professor of Instructional Design & Technology, Instruction and Curriculum Leadership - The University of Memphis - 2018-Present

• IDT 7078: Seminar in Theories of Change - The University of Memphis
• IDT 3600: Technology in Education - The University of Memphis
• IDT 7095: Interactive Learning Environments II - The University of Memphis
• IDT 8100: Research and Scholarship in IDT (Literature Review) - The University of Memphis

• Ed.D. in Education with an emphasis in Instructional Design and Technology - Scedella Ann Clemons - 2019
• Ed.D. in Education with an emphasis in Instructional Design and Technology - Aklilu Markos Maasho - 2019

• Quality Improvement Expansion Program - Church Health and IDT 7095 Students - Aug-Dec 2019 - None
• Online Module Development - Office of Environmental Health and Safety at UofM and IDT 7095 Students - Aug-Dec 2019 - None
• APA Formatting Modules - Suha Tamim and IDT 7095 Students - Aug-Dec 2019 - None
• New Employee Orientation Development - Church Health and IDT 7095 Students - Aug-Dec 2018 - None

• National Service - National Service - National Service
•   - President of the Teacher Education Division of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology - 2019-2020
•   - Annual Conference Planner for the Association of Educational Communications and Technology - 2018-2019
•   - President elect: Teacher Education Division of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology - 2018
•   - Board Member at Large: Teacher Education Division of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology - 2016-2018
•   - Manuscript Reviewer for TechTrends - 2011-Present
•   - Manuscript Reviewer for Educational Technology Research & Development - 2009-Present
•   - Manuscript Reviewer for the Internet and Higher Education - 2012-2018
•   - Proposal Reviewer for the AECT Annual Meeting, Teacher Education Division - 2007-Present
•   - Proposal Reviewer for the AECT Annual Meeting, Distance Learning Division - 2016-Present
• College, Department, and Program - College, Department, and Program - College, Department, and Program
•   - IDT Graduate Symposium Planner - 2019-2020
•   - Search Committee Chair for the IDT Instructor in EdTech Position - 2019-2020
•   - Search Committee Member for the Literacy Education assistant professor faculty position - 2019
•   - Marketing and Recruitment Booth Co-coordinator for IDT Programs - 2019-2020
•   - Marketing committee member for the instructional design and technology degree programs - 2018-Present
•   - Faculty Search Committee Member for the Literacy Education Position - 2019
•   - Program coordinator for the Masters of science degree in Education with an emphasis in Instructional Design and Technology - 2018-Present
•   - Lead author on the Master Student Handbook for the Instructional Design and Technology program - 2018-Present
•   - Committee member for the Design and Development community partners panel - 2019

• Polly, D. & Shepherd, C. E. (2008). Preservice teachers' views of appropriate technology. In T. Kidd & H. Song (Eds.), Handbook of research on instructional systems and technology, (pp. 198-215). Hershey, PA: IGI Global.
  
• Hannafin, M. J., West, R. E., & Shepherd, C. E. (2009). The cognitive demands of student-centered, web-based multimedia: Current and emerging perspectives. In R. Zheng (Ed.), Cognitive effects of multimedia learning, (pp. 194-216). Hershey, PA: IGI Global.
  
• Recesso, A., Hannafin, M., Wang, F., Deaton, B., Rich, P., & Shepherd, C. E. (2009). Direct evidence and the continuous evolution of teacher practice. In P. Adamy & N. B. Milman (Eds.), Evaluating electronic portfolios in teacher education, (pp. 23-47). Charlotte, NC: Information Age Publishing Inc.
• Shepherd, C. E., Payne, L., Gish-Lieberman, J., Armstrong, L., & Tawfik, A. A. (2021).  Double-0-STEM: Educator guide. EdTech Books. https://edtechbooks.org/double_o_stem
• Shepherd, C. E., Payne, L., Gish-Lieberman, J., Armstrong, L., & Tawfik, A. A. (2021).  Double-0-STEM: Educator guide. EdTech Books. https://edtechbooks.org/double_o_stem
• Shepherd, C. E., & Bolliger, D. U. (2022). Extending online community beyond courses: Making the case for program community. In J. M. Spector (Ed.), The Routledge encyclopedia of education. Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781138609877-REE154-1
• Tawfik, A. A., Shepherd, C. E., & Payne, L. (2023). Libraries as addressing STEM equity issues in underserved urban settings. In B. Hokanson, M. Exter, M. M. Schmidt, & A. A. Tawfik (Eds.), Toward inclusive learning design: Social justice, equity, and community (pp. 265-278). Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-37697-9_20

• Shepherd, C. E., Polly, A., Rich, P., & Thomas, G. (2004). Creating electronic portfolios that facilitate reflection and evaluation. In C. Crawford et al. (Eds.), Proceedings of the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference Annual, (pp. 249-252). Chesapeake, VA: AACE.
• Mims, C., Polly, D., Shepherd, C. E., & Inan, F. (2006). Examining PT3 projects designed to improve preservice education. TechTrends, 50(3), 16-24. doi:10.1007/s11528-006-7599-5
• Shepherd, C. E., & Hannafin, M. J. (2008). Examining preservice teacher inquiry through video-based, formative assessment e-portfolios. Journal of Computing in Teacher Education, 25(1), 31-37.
• Shepherd, C. E., & Hannafin, M. J. (2009). Beyond recollection: Reexamining preservice teacher practices using structured evidence, analysis, and reflection. Journal of Technology and Teacher Education, 17(2), 229-251.
• West, R. E., Rich, P., Shepherd, C. E., Recesso, A., & Hannafin, M. J. (2009). Supporting induction teachers’ development using performance-based video evidence. Journal of Technology and Teacher Education, 17(3), 369-391.
• Polly, D., Mims, C., Shepherd, C. E., & Inan, F. (2010). Evidence of impact: Transforming teacher education with Preparing Tomorrow's Teachers to Teach with Technology (PT3) grants. Teaching and Teacher Education, 26, 863-870. doi:10.1016/j.tate.2009.10.024
• Bolliger, D. U., & Shepherd, C. E. (2010). Student perceptions of eportfolio integration in online courses. Distance Education, 31(3), 295-314. doi:10.1080/01587919.2010.513955
• Hannafin, M. J., Shepherd, C. E., & Polly, D. (2010, January/February). Video assessment of classroom teaching practices: Lessons learned, problems & issues. Educational Technology, 50(1), 32-37.
• Shepherd, C. E., & Bolliger, D. U. (2011). The effects of electronic portfolio tools on online students’ perceived support and cognitive load. The Internet and Higher Education, 14, 142-149. doi:10.1016/j.iheduc.2011.01.002
• Shepherd, C. E., & Aagard, S. D. (2011). Journal writing with Web 2.0 tools: A vision for older adults. Educational Gerontology, 37(7), 606-620. doi:10.1080/03601271003716119
• Shepherd, C. E., & Skrabut, S. A. (2011). Rethinking electronic portfolios to promote sustainability among teachers. TechTrends, 55(5), 31-38. doi:10.1007/s11528-011-0525-5
• Shepherd, C. E., & Hannafin, M. J. (2011). Supporting preservice teacher inquiry with electronic portfolios. Journal of Technology and Teacher Education, 19(2), 189-207
• Gashim, I., Shepherd, C. E., & Cochenour, J. (2012). Saudi students’ perceptions of social networking (Facebook) being used in online instruction. In T. Amiel & B. Wilson (Eds.), Proceedings of World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia and Telecommunications 2012 (pp. 1512-1516). Chesapeake, VA: AAC
• Shepherd, C. E., & Hannafin, M. J. (2013). Reframing portfolio evidence: Empowering teachers through single-case frameworks. Journal of Thought, 48(1), 33-51.
• Sorensen, B. J., Shepherd, C. E., & Range, B. G. (2013). Implications for educational leaders as they consider technology development. Planning and Changing, 44(1/2), 73-86.
• Aldosemani, T. I., & Shepherd, C. E. (2014). Second Life to support multicultural literacy: Pre- and in-service teachers’ perceptions and expectations. TechTrends, 58(2), 46-58. doi:10.1007/s11528-014-0736-7
• Shepherd, C. E., & Bolliger, D. U. (2014). Managing graduate student supervision in online programs with the integration of electronic portfolios. Online Journal of Distance Learning Administration, 17(2). Retrieved from http://www.westga.edu/~distance/ojdla/summer172/shepherd_bolliger172.html
• Shepherd, C. E., Dousay, T., Kvenild, C, & Meredith, T. (2015). Fostering technology-rich serving learning experiences between school librarians and teacher education programs. Knowledge Quest, 44(2), 44-52.
• Shepherd, C. E., Bolliger, D. U., Dousay, T., & Persichitte, K. (2016). Preparing teachers for online instruction with a graduate certificate program. TechTrends, 60(1), 41-47. doi: 10.1007/s11528-015-0015-2
• Des Armier, D., Shepherd, C. E., & Skrabut, S. (2016). Using game elements to increase student engagement in course assignments. College Teaching, 64(2), 64-72. doi:10.1080/87567555.2015.1094439
• Aldosemani, T. I., Shepherd, C. E., Thompson, J., & Raddaoui, A. H. (2016). Second Life as a Third Place for English Language Learners’ cross cultural interaction. Quarterly Review of Distance Education, 17(2), 29-40.
• Aldosemani, T. I., Shepherd, C. E., Gashim, I., & Dousay, T. (2016). Extending third places to enhance online learning communities. British Journal of Educational Technology, 47(6), 1020-1031. doi:10/1111/bjet.12315.
• Kvenild, C., Smith, S. M., Shepherd, C. E., & Thielk, E. G. (2017). Making Friends and Buying Robots: How to leverage collaborations and collections to support STEM learning. Knowledge Quest, 45(3), 62-69.
• Bolliger, D. U., & Shepherd, C. E. (2017). An investigation of mobile technologies and Web 2.0 tools use in outdoor education programs. Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership, 9, 181-196. doi:10.18666/JOREL-2017-V9-I2-8228
• Shepherd, C. E., Kvenild, C., Smith, S. M., & Buss, A. (2017). The unspace case: Developing a maker movement in a multipurpose, flexible space, library setting. International Journal of Designs for Learning, 8(1), 39-51.  
• Bolliger, D. U., & Shepherd, C. E. (2018). Instructor and adult learner perceptions of the use of Internet-enabled devices in residential outdoor education programs. British Journal of Educational Technology, 49(1), 78-87. doi:10.1111/bjet.12524
• Aldosemani, T., Shepherd, C. E., & Bolliger, D. U. (2019). Perceptions of instructor teaching in Saudi blended learning environments. TechTrends, 63, 341-352. doi:10.1007/s11528-018-0342-1
• Shepherd, C. E., & Bolliger, D. U. (2019). Online graduate student perceptions of program community. Journal of Educators Online, 26(2). Retrieved from https://www.thejeo.com/archive/2019_16_2~2/shepherd__bollinger.
• Bolliger, D. U., Shepherd, C. E., & *Bryant, H. V. (2019). Faculty members’ perceptions of online program community and their efforts to sustain it. British Journal of Educational Technology, 50(6), 3283-3299. https://doi.org/10.1111/bjet.12734
• Bolliger, D. U., McCoy, D., Kilty, T., & Shepherd, C. E. (2021). Smartphone use in outdoor education: A question of activity progression and place. Journal of Adventure Education & Outdoor Learning, 21(1), 53-66. https://doi.org/10.1080/14729679.2020.1730204
• Shepherd, C. E., Smith, S. M., Kvenild, C., Buss, A., & Ratcliffe, C. l. (2021). Adding reach and ownership with paper airplane circuits. International Journal of Designs for Learning, 12(2), 127-136. https://doi.org/10.14434/ijdl.v12i2.30358
• Shepherd, C. E., Kilty, T., McCoy, D., & Bolliger, D. U. (2021). Navigating tensions associated with smartphone use in outdoor recreation settings. Journal of Outdoor Recreation, Education, and Leadership, 13(3), 35-51. https://doi.org/10.18666/JOREL-2021-V13-I3-10371
• Shepherd, C. E., & Smith, S. M. (2021). Introduction to series and parallel circuits. Joural of Technology-Integrated Lessons and Teaching, 2021(Sample), 1-8. https://doi.org/10.13001/jtilt.vi.6803
• Tawfkik, A. A., Shepherd, C. E., Gatewood, J., & Gish-Lieberman, J. J. (2021). First and second order barriers to teaching in K-12 online learning. TechTrends 65(6), 925-938. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11528-021-00648-y
• Shepherd, C. E. (2022). Considering structure in online learning. Journal of Technology-Integrated Lessons and Teaching, 1(2), 24-35. https://doi.org/10.13001/jtilt.v1i2.7383
• Shepherd, C. E. (2022). A guide to copyright, fair use, and creative commons in the United States. Journal of Technology-Integrated Lessons and Teaching, 1(1), 10-22. https://doi.org/10.13001/jtilt.v1i1.6995
• Tawfik, A. A., Gatewood, J. D., Armstrong, L., & Shepherd, C. E. (2023). Informal learning in United States libraries: A systematic review. TechTrends, 67(3). 550-560.  https://doi.org/10.1007/s11528-022-00811-z
• Shepherd, C. E., & Bolliger, D. U. (2023). Institutional, program, and professional community: A framework for online higher education. Educational Technology Research & Development, 71, 1233-1252. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11423-023-10214-3
• Shepherd, C. E., Bolliger, D. U., & McKim, C. (2023). Development and validation of the sense of online community scale. The International Review of Research in Open and Distributed Learning, 24(4), 214–232. https://doi.org/10.19173/irrodl.v24i4.7379
• Smith, S. M., Shepherd, C. E., & Evans, M. (2024). Welcoming newcomers to makerspaces. Journal of Technology Integrated Lessons and Teaching 2(2), 39-52. https://doi.org/10.13001/jtilt.v2i2.8207

• Bolliger, D. U., & Shepherd, C. E. (2010, April). Student perceptions of electronic portfolio integration in the online learning environment. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting, Denver, CO.
• Shepherd, C. E., & Bolliger, D. U. (2010, April). Investigating cognitive load and student support in an online electronic portfolio Implementation. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting, Denver, CO.
• Skrabut, S. A., & Shepherd, C. E. (2010, April). Rethinking electronic portfolio use to promote long-term sustainability. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting, Denver, CO.
• Bolliger, D. U., & Shepherd, C. E. (2010, October). Extending an online learning community: Utilization of ePortfolios in graduate programs. Paper presented at the annual convention of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Anaheim, CA.
• Shepherd, C. E., Bolliger, D. U., & Cochenour, J. (2010, October). Managing community, assessment, and reflection through e-portfolio development in distance graduate programs. Paper presented at the annual meeting of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Anaheim, CA.
• Shepherd, C. E., Bolliger, D. U., & Cochenour, J. (2010, October). Observation of teaching in the online environment. Paper presented at the annual convention of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Anaheim, CA.
• Shepherd, C. E., & Hannafin, M. J. (2011, February). Evaluating portfolio artifacts as evidence of practice. Paper presented at the AAEEBL Western Regional Conference, Salt Lake City, UT.
• Shepherd, C. E., & Hannafin, M. J. (2011, November). Exploring approaches for evidence selection and organization to examine preservice teacher quality. Paper presented at the annual convention of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Jacksonville, FL.
• Gashim, I., Shepherd, C. E., & Cochenour, J. (2012, June). Saudi students’ perceptions of social networking (Facebook) being used in online instruction. Paper presented at the world conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia, and Telecommunications (ED-MEDIA), Denver, CO.
• Ottenbreit-Leftwich, A., Banas, J., Mims, C., Shepherd, C. E., Weaver, C., West, R., Stansberry, S., & Siko, J. (2012, October). Description and materials for preservice and inservice teachers’ technology integration education. Panel discussion presented at the annual convention of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Louisville, KY.
• Aldosemani, T., I., & Shepherd, C. E. (2012, October). Second Life to support intercultural literacy: Pre- and in-service teachers’ perceptions and expectations. Paper presented at the annual convention of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Louisville, KY.
• Sorensen, B., Shepherd, C. E., & Range, B. (2012, October). Perceptions of technology assistant roles. Paper presented at the Northern Rocky Mountain Educational Research Association, Park City, UT.
• Des Armier, D., Shepherd, C. E., & Skrabut, S. (2012, October). Reframing the course assignment: Using game theory to expand informal learning. Paper presented at the Northern Rocky Mountain Educational Research Association conference, Park City, UT.
• Des Armier, D., Shepherd, C. E., & Skrabut, S. (2013, April). Reframing the course assignment: Using game theory to expand informal learning. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA.
• Bolliger, D. U., & Shepherd, C. E. (2013, April). Fostering and sustaining students’ sense of community and connectedness in online courses and programs. Session presented at the Wyoming Technology-Engagement-Curriculum Connection (WYTECC) conference, Green River, WY.
• Gashim, I., Aldosemani, T., & Shepherd, C. E. (2013, October). Modeling third place as an environment to foster sense of community in online instruction. Paper presented at the annual convention of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Anaheim, CA.
• Atkinson, M., & Shepherd, C. E. (2013, October). Video game experience effects on transactional distance gap of learners in 3-D. Paper presented at the annual convention of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Anaheim, CA.
• Dousay, T., Murtaugh, M., Shepherd, C. E., Strycker, J., & York, C. (2013, October). Advice for the job hunt. Panel discussion presented at the annual convention of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Anaheim, CA.
• Aldosemani, T. I., Gashim, I., & Shepherd, C. E. (2013, October). Using third place to define learning communities. Paper presented at the annual convention of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Anaheim, CA.
• Shepherd, C. E., Czech, A., Des Armier, D., & Sorensen, B. (2013, October). Promoting technology integration through preservice teacher field experiences: Advice from the trenches. Paper presented at the annual convention of the Association for Educational Communications and Technology, Anaheim, CA.
• Des Armier, D., Jr., Dousay, T. A., Shepherd, C. E. (2014, November). Students’ use of digital storytelling to enhance digital literacy skills: Implications for best practices in postsecondary education. Session presented at the Association for Educational Communications & Technology Annual Convention, Jacksonville, FL.
• Shepherd, C. E., Bolliger, D. U., Dousay, T., Persichitte, K. (2015, May). Preparing a new generation of teachers to teach online. Session presented at the Wyoming Technology-Engagement-Curriculum Connection (WYTECC) conference, Rock Springs, WY.
• Bolliger, D. U., Shepherd, C. E., Kilty, T. (2015, May). Utilization of mobile technologies in wilderness areas. Session presented at the Wyoming Technology-Engagement-Curriculum Connection (WYTECC) conference, Rock Springs, WY.
• Shepherd, C. E., Aldosemani, T., & Gashim, I. (2015, September). Developing third places to promote community in online learning environments. Session presented at e-Volution: Innovations in learning environments conference, Laramie, WY.
• Shepherd, C. E., Dousay, T., Bolliger, D. U., & Aldosemani, T. I. (2015, November). Designing third places to support program community and organizational networking in online education programs. Paper presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology Annual Convention, Indianapolis, IN.
• Grant, M. M., Hodges, C., Van Eck, R., & Shepherd, C. E. (2015, November). Teaching and integrating games and gamification. Panel presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology Annual Convention, Indianapolis, IN.
• Shepherd, C. E., Bolliger, D. U., Dousay, T., & Persichitte, K. (2016, May). Developing a sense of community that extends beyond course boundaries. Session presented at the Wyoming Distance Education Consortium (WYDEC) conference, Casper, WY.
• Shepherd, C. E., & Dousay, T. (2016, May). Service learning and community partnerships in distance programs. Session presented at the Wyoming Distance Education Consortium (WYDEC) conference, Casper, WY.
• Shepherd, C. E., Smith, S. M., & Dousay, T. A. (2016, May). Painting with programming. Interactive session presented at the Women in STEM Conference, Laramie, WY.
• Shepherd, C. E., Smith, S. M., & Thielk, E. G. (2016, May). Sphero robotics and finger paints: Engaging 7-9 grade students in problem solving, programming, pop-culture, and STEAM. Session presented at the Wyoming Technology-Engagement-Curriculum Connection (WYTECC) conference, Green River, WY.
• Bolliger, D. U., Shepherd, C. E., & Bryant, H. V. (2016, October). Examining the importance of community in online graduate programs: The faculty perspective. Session presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology Annual Convention, Las Vegas, NV.
• Shepherd, C. E., & Bolliger, D. U. (2016, October). Student perceptions regarding the effectiveness of techniques used to foster online program community. Session presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology Annual Convention, Las Vegas, NV.
• Kvenild, C., Shepherd, C. E., Smith, S. M., Strube, T., & Thielk, E. (2016, October). K-12 student-led STEM discovery. Session presented at e-Volution: Innovations in learning environments conference, Laramie, WY.
• Shepherd, C. E., & Bolliger, D. U. (2016, October). Building and sustaining program community in online programs. Session presented at e-Volution: Innovations in learning environments conference, Laramie, WY.
• Bolliger, D. U., Shepherd, C. E., & Bryant, H. V. (2017, April). Examining perspectives of faculty regarding online program community. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting, San Antonio, TX.
• Aldosemani, T., Shepherd, C. E., & Bolliger, D. U. (2017, November). Instructor’s perceptions of possibilities and challenges of blended education through LMS (Blackboard). Roundtable presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology Annual Convention, Jacksonville, FL.
• Sadaf, A., Halupa, C. M., Bolliger, D. U., Martin, F., & Shepherd, C. E. (2017, November). Student engagement in online learning. Panel presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology Annual Convention, Jacksonville, FL.
• Shepherd, C. E., & Bolliger, D. U. (2017, November). Does program community and affiliation matter? Exploring the perceptions of online graduate students. Paper presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology Annual Convention, Jacksonville, FL.
• Shepherd, C. E., Bolliger, D. U., & Morris-Howe, L. B. (2018, October). Underrepresented graduate students’ perceptions of online course community. Paper presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology Annual Convention, Kansas City, MO.
• Shepherd, C. E., Bolliger, D. U., Kilty, T., & McCoy, D. (2018, October). Tensions, boundaries, and compromise: Outdoor educator’s experiences with smartphones and tablets. Paper presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology Annual Convention, Kansas City, MO.
• Bolliger, D. U., & Shepherd, C. E. (2019, March). Instructor and student perceptions of online program community. Paper presented at the Asian Conference on Education & International Development, Tokyo, Japan.
• Shepherd, C. E., & Mims, C. (2019, April). Painting, programming, and robots: Engaging learners in STEAM with Sphero robotics. Session presented at the Arkansas Association of Instructional Media Annual Conference, Rogers, AR.
• Shepherd, C. E., & Mims, C. (2019, April). Paper airplanes, origami, and lights: Exploring circuits on a budget anyone can afford. Session presented at the Arkansas Association of Instructional Media Annual Conference, Rogers, AR.
• Shepherd, C. E., Smith, S. M., & Buss, A. (2019, October). Introdcution to block programming with Sphero robotics. Session to be presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology Annual Convention, Las Vegas, NV.
• Shepherd, C. E., Russo, T., Menchaca, M., & Sorensen, C. (2019, October). Copyright, creative commons, and OER: Teaching copyright and creative commons to K-16 educators. Session to be presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology Annual Convention, Las Vegas, NV.
• Aldosemani, T. I., Shepherd, C. E., Alshammari, A., & Bolliger, D. U. (2019, October). Saudi female perceptions of of e-learning as a method for empowerment and equal educational opportunities. Featured research session presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology Annual Convention, Las Vegas, NV.
• Buss, A., Shepherd, C. E., & Smith, S. M. (2019, October). Learning from failure: Growing roses of success. Workshop presented at the Association for Educational Communications and Technology Annual Convention, Las Vegas, NV.
• Bolliger, D. U., McCoy, D., Kilty, T., & Shepherd, C. E. (2019, October). Smartphone use in outdoor education: A question of activity progression and place. Session to be presented at the Northern Rocky Mountain Educational Research Association, Denver, CO.
• Mims, C., & Shepherd, C. E. (2019, December). Circuit exploration on a budget anyone can afford. Session presented at the Tennessee Educational Technology Association Annual Conference, Murfreesboro, TN. 
• Mims, C., & Shepherd, C. E. (2019, December). Using Sphero robots to teach basic coding. Session presented at the Tennessee Educational Technology Association Annual Conference, Murfreesboro, TN.
• Shepherd, C. E., & Mims, C. (2020, February). Exploring block coding with Sphero robots. Session presented at the Mississippi Educational Computing Association Annual Conference, Jackson, MS.