Amy Thornton

Current

• Instructional Technologist at The University of Southern Mississippi Learning Enhancement Center

Past

• chapter member at ASTD
• Electronic Resources Specialist at The University of Southern Mississippi University Libraries

Education

• University of Southern Mississippi
• University of Southern Mississippi
• University of Southern Mississippi

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Connections

14 connections

Industry

Higher Education

Websites

• My Blog

Amy Thornton’s Summary

• A highly organized, detailed-oriented and enthusiastic professional; able to prioritize effectively to accomplish multiple tasks and complete projects under pressure.
• An independent and self-motivated professional while also cultivating excellent relationships with both clients and colleagues.
• An effective communicator and leader with experience providing training on a variety of software applications to individuals and groups.
• An effective project leader with experience leading the implementation of multiple projects.
• Utilizes sound instructional strategies, needs analysis, project management and measure for development of programs.

Amy Thornton’s Experience

• Instructional Technologist

  The University of Southern Mississippi Learning Enhancement Center

  (Higher Education industry)

  November 2006 — Present (3 years 2 months)

  • Work closely with faculty to develop engaging instructional programs for online delivery.
  • Works closely with Senior Online Coordinator to ensure quality delivery and maintenance of Learning Management System (Blackboard CE 6).
  • Determines feasibility of developing distance learning programs by identifying distance learning materials, strategies, and methods.
  • Coordinates various production activities needed to implement learning resources using available distance learning technologies and media.
  • Prepares and produces materials for both synchronous and asynchronous modes of delivery.
  • Develops effective learner support systems for faculty, staff and students.
  • Develops and delivers workshops to university community.
  • Assists in continuous evaluation of distance learning programs.

• chapter member

  ASTD

  (Non-Profit; 51-200 employees; Non-Profit Organization Management industry)

  2009 — 2009 (less than a year)

• Electronic Resources Specialist

  The University of Southern Mississippi University Libraries

  (Higher Education industry)

  March 2005 — November 2006 (1 year 9 months)

  • Administers library electronic resource tools and databases.
  • Develop, test, and implement specialized computer applications to improve library services.
  • Interpret and communicate library policies and procedures, assist with reference questions and provide general assistance to faculty, staff, students, and the general public when on duty at the Information Services desk.
  • Maintain programming and content of Library Web site.
  • Manage the library’s virtual technical help desk by answering and resolving questions involving access to library resources, authentication and technical use of the library’s electronic resources.
  • Provide assistance to library employees in the development and maintenance of unit Web sites and online applications.

Amy Thornton’s Education

• University of Southern Mississippi

  Certified Training Professional , Training & Development , 2009 — 2009

• University of Southern Mississippi

  M.S. , Instructional Technology , 2005 — 2008

• University of Southern Mississippi

  B.S. , Computer Science , 1996 — 2005

Additional Information

Amy Thornton’s Websites:

• My Blog

Amy Thornton’s Interests:

• American Red Cross, 2001-2006 • Boy Scouts, 2004-Present • Habitat for Humanity, 2003-2006 • Assisted in editing and publishing two fiction novels, 2003-2007 • Southern Miss Marching Band, 1996-2000

Amy Thornton’s Groups:

• Member, American Society for Training and Development (ASTD), 2008-2009
• Chair, Technology & Training Committee, 2007-2008
• Member, Staff Orientation Steering Committee, 2007-2008
• Member, Staff Council Fundraising Committee, 2007-2008
• Member, International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), 2007-2008
• Vice President, Instructional Technology Student Association, 2007-2008
• Member, International Society of Technology in Education, 2007-2008
• Member, Wimba Advisory Board, 2007
• Member, Southern Miss Staff Council, 2006-2009
• President, Instructional Technology Student Association, 2006-2007
• Member, Technology & Training Committee, 2006-2007
• Member, University Libraries’ Web Committee, 2005-2006
• Member, University Libraries’ Activity Committee, 2005-2006

•    ASTD National
•    Blogs by Bloggers
•    Distance Learning Group
•    eLearning Edge
•    CPLP--ASTD Atlanta
•    Technology Education

Amy Thornton’s Honors:

• The National Scholars Honor Society, 2008
• Academic Achievement Award, 2008
• Dean’s List, May 1998, May 1999, August 1999
• National Young Leader’s Conference, July 1995
• National Honor Society, 1995-1996

Amy Thornton’s Contact Settings

Interested In:

• career opportunities
• consulting offers
• new ventures
• expertise requests
• reference requests
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