Dr. Manorama (mano) Talaiver

Institute for Teaching through Technology & Innovative Practices, South Boston, VA

804-216-0461 (cell)  434-222-4576 (cell) 804-768-0163 (home)

mano@bestedpratices.org

Professional Preparation

·         University of Georgia, Ed. D., 1987

·         The Victoria University of Manchester, M.A., 1976

·         The Madurai University, M.S., 1970

·         Madras University, Mathematics, B.S., 1968

·         Madurai University, Diploma in French, 1981

Appointments

·         Director, Institute for Teaching through Technology, Longwood University, 2005-present

·         Director, Learning Technologies, Science Museum of Virginia, Richmond, VA, 2000 - 2005

·         Technology Specialist, Chesterfield County Public Schools, Chesterfield, VA, 1996 - 2000

·         Technology Specialist, Mathematics & Science Center, Richmond, VA, 1988 - 1996

·         Math, Sciences, and Computer Teacher, Richmond Christian School, Richmond, VA, 1986 - 1988

·         Professor of Mathematical Economics, Lady Doak College, Madurai, India, 1978 - 1981

·         Assistant Professor of Mathematical Economics, Lady Doak College, Madurai, India, 1970 - 1978

·         Coordinator of Student Services (Dean of Students), Lady Doak College, Madurai, India, 1979 - 1981

·         Assistant Coordinator of Student Services, Lady Doak College, Madurai, India, 1977 - 1979

·         Assistant Bursar, Lady Doak College, Madurai, India, 1978 - 1981

Publications:

·         Talaiver, M. If I were a Prime Minister:  A computer simulation, Geography Curriculum Project, University of Georgia, 1984.

·         Talaiver, M. What shall we manufacture? A computer simulation, Geography Curriculum Project, University of Georgia, 1985.

·         Talaiver, M. We are thirsty! A decision making game, Geography Curriculum Project, University of Georgia, 1986.

·         Talaiver M, and M. Talaiver. Water cycle. A computer-assisted tutorial, Geography Curriculum Project, University of Georgia,1984.

·         Talaiver, M. The story of a peanut farmer. In Resources for a social studies teacher.  Joint Council for Economic Education, University of Georgia, 1985.

·         Talaiver, M. Count Down to Summer,  ConneXion, 2(3), 5-6, 1991.

·         Talaiver, M. Count Down with Robotics.  Logo Exchange. 14(2), 1996.

·         Cothron, J. and M. Talaiver. Beyond the Looking Glass:  Teacher’s Guide on Virtual Reality, Argonne National Lab, 1994.

Grants:

·         M. Talaiver (2008).  Expanding Science Technology, Engineering, Math, Careers and Technical Education.  Virginia DOE.

·         M. Talaiver with Javidi, Sheybani, & Yang (2007).  Digispired:  Developing Interactive Game Design & Programming Skills.  National Science Foundation.

·         M. Talaiver (2006).  Math Inquiry and Needed Data analysis in Technology Wise Instruction in Science Teaching (Virginia DOE)

·         M. Talaiver (2005).  Inquiry based learning in grades 4-8 classrooms. State Council of Higher Education of Virginia

·         M. Talaiver and R. Rezba. (2003). Central Virginia:  Transforming Teaching and Learning Experiences using Technology Grant, VA Department of Education.

·         M. Talaiver. (2001).  Access, Equity, Innovation, Opportunity, and Ubiquity Community Technology Centers. US. Department of Education.  

·         M. Talaiver. (2001). Becoming an Argonaut with Jason. Virginia Business Education Partnership.

·         M. Talaiver and Y. Smith-Jones, (2000).  Hopewell Public Schools: Distance Learning in Earth Sciences.  Verizon Foundation.

·         M. Talaiver. (1999). C-Cubed:  Communicate, Collaborate, and Create Project for High school Core Curriculum Teachers.  Technology Literacy Challenge Grant.

·         M. Talaiver. (1998). VitaLinks:  Integrating Technology Across Middle School Curriculum. Technology Literacy Challenge Grant

·         M. Talaiver and A. McMillan. (1996). Building a Better Bird House:  Using TI 92 in instruction. CapitalOne

·         M. Talaiver and A. McMillan. (1996). Mathematics & Science Confluence:  Integrating databases and spreadsheets.  State Council of Higher Education in Virginia

·         M. Talaiver and  J. & R. Farley.  (1995). Discovering Algebra with Spreadsheets & Telecomputing.  SCHEV

·         M. Talaiver. (1995). Retail Reality. Retail Merchants Association

·         Cothron, J., Talaiver, M. and R. Rezba (1995).  Calculator-Based Lab. State Council of Higher Education in Virginia

·         J. Cothron, R. Farley, and M. Talaiver.  (1995). Discovering Discrete Mathematics with Spreadsheets & Telecomputing.  State Council of Higher Education in Virignia

·         Talaiver, M. Publishing Math & Science Lesson plans on the Web. (1994).  Title II grant, The Department of Educaiton, Commonwealth of Virginia.

·         Cothron, J. and M. Talaiver. (1992).  Data Detectives.  Title II, The Department of Education, Commonwealth of Virginia.

·         Waring, E. M. and M. Talaiver. (1990). Hypermedia Interactive Kaleidoscope for Educators (HIKE).  Title II, The Department of Education, Commonwealth of Virginia.

·         Rice, M. J. and M. Talaiver.  (1983). Mini grant to develop computer games.  Southern Association for South Asian and African Studies.

Synergistic Activities:

·         National Educators Panel, Computers for Youth 2006

·         Project Director, Central Virginia Consortium for Transforming Teaching and Learning Experiences, 2002- Present..

·         Consultant for school divisions in Virginia for technology integration in classrooms, 1988-Present.

·         Project Manager, Distance Learning projects, 2000 - 2003.

·         Member, Community Technology Centers Network, 2001 – Present.

·         Presenter & Workshop Leader in National and State Educational Technology Conferences, 1986 – Present.

·         Interactive Instructional Designer, Science Museum of Virginia, 2000 – Present.

Collaborations & Other Affiliations:

Bob Kovoord, James Madison University

Dr. Marion J. Rice, University of Georgia

Iris Beverly, Community Idea Stations

Anita McNear, International Society for Technology in Education

Bonnie Bracey, George Lucas Foundation

 

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