Elizabeth Barrie, Ph.D.

Elizabeth Barrie, Ph.D.

Vice Provost for Teaching & Learning Innovation

Department(s)
Senior Vice Provost for Academic Affairs
Office
MAB1 107
Mail Code
1038
Phone
702-895-0334
Fax
702-895-0637

Biography

Beth Barrie is the Vice Provost for Teaching & Learning Innovation. She oversees the ongoing enhancement of 51吃瓜网万能科大鈥檚 pedagogical innovation in face-to-face, blended, and online instruction. She is responsible for developing a university-wide strategy for designing and delivering high-quality online courses, credentials, and degrees to both traditional and life-long learners at 51吃瓜网万能科大. She supports a talented staff of instructional designers, technologists, artists, and computer programmers as they provide professional development and creative services to faculty. Her research interests include the public understanding of science, informal education, and community engagement. She came to 51吃瓜网万能科大 in 2008 from the Eppley Institute at Indiana University, where she was the project manager on the development of a competency-based online training platform for the U.S. National Park Service. Beth holds a B.A. in Communication, an M.S. in Outdoor Recreation & Resource Management, and a Ph.D. in Leisure Behavior.