Sarah Elaine Eaton, Ph.D.
[email protected]
Education:
2009
Doctor of Philosophy, Educational Leadership
University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Master of Arts, Hispanic Literature
University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Certificate of Spanish Language Proficiency
Universidad Complutense, Madrid, Spain
Bachelor of Arts (Honours), English Literature
Saint Mary’s University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
1997
1992
1992
Employment:
2016
2009 - Present
2000 - Present
1994 – 2016
2011 – 2016
2007 - 2009
2001 - 2005
1997 - 2001
Assistant Professor, Werklund School of Education, University of Calgary
Research Associate, Language Research Centre, University of Calgary
Principal, Eaton International Consulting Inc.
Sessional Instructor, University of Calgary
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Faculty of Arts, University of Calgary
Coordinator, Language Research Centre, University of Calgary
Spanish Instructor, Dept. of Modern Languages, Mount Royal University
Program Manager, English Language Program, Continuing Education,
University of Calgary
Consulting Projects:
I have worked as an educational consultant since 2000, focusing on projects related to education,
evaluation, learning sciences and community development.
Recent project highlights include:
Educational consultant:
2014-2015
Project Consultant, English Access Microscholarship Program
Clients:
FHI 360, funded by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau
of Educational and Cultural Affairs
Sarah Elaine Eaton, Ph.D.
2013-2016
Clients:
2009
Clients:
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Project Consultant, English Language Fellow and Specialist
Programs
Georgetown University, funded by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau
of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
Management of Adult Education Programming, iCCAN
Videoconferencing Project across the province of Alberta
Literacy Alberta, Community Learning Network, Volunteer Alberta
Program and Curriculum Development:
2014-2015
Client:
Consultant for Course Development of EDUC 5461: Educational
Management
Thompson Rivers University, Kamloops, British Columbia
2011
Client:
Development of Online Literacy Tutor Training Program
Decoda Literacy Solutions, British Columbia
Research and Literature Reviews:
2011
Client:
Literature reviews on topics related to language learning, special needs
and educational technology.
Edmonton Public School Board
Program Evaluation:
2016
Program Evaluation, Train the Facilitator Program (Financial literacy)
Momentum, Calgary
2015-2016
Client:
Program Evaluation Framework & Indicators, Seniors Age-Friendly
Strategy
City of Calgary, Alberta
2014-2015
Client:
Program Evaluation, Youth Fair Gains Project (Financial literacy)
Momentum, Calgary, Alberta
2010-2011
Client:
Curriculum and Program Evaluation
GoForth Institute, Calgary, Alberta
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Community Development Research:
2012-2014
Northern Hills Calgary Community - Creating Space for Strength: An
Asset-Based Community Development and Research Project Focused on
Calgary's North Central Communities
Clients:
Aspen Family Community and Network Society, United Way Calgary and
Area, Northern Hills Community Association, Northern Hills
Constituency, City of Calgary
International Projects (on location):
I have done international work in a number of countries both as a private consultant and as
secondment assignments during my employment.
2014-2015
U.S.A. - Project Consultant, English Access Microscholarship Program
Washington, D.C.
Client: FHI 360 and U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and
Cultural Affairs, Office of English Language Programs
2013-2015
U.S.A. - Project Consultant, English Language Programs
Washington, D.C.
Client: Georgetown University and U.S. Department of State, Bureau of
Educational and Cultural Affairs, Office of English Language Programs
2008
Mexico - Bilingual (Spanish-English) Teacher Training - Workshop Developer
and Facilitator, Teacher Development of English Teachers, project funded by
Ministry of Education in Jalisco, Mexico
Client: University of Calgary
2000
Honduras - Spanish as a Second Language Program Development and Set-Up at
the Universidad Católica de Honduras, Tegucigalpa
Employer: University of Calgary. (Secondment assignment).
1998
Cuba - Bilingual (Spanish-English) Teacher Training Workshop Developer and
Facilitator, Professional Development of English Teachers at the University of
Pinar del Río, Cuba
Employer: University of Calgary. (Secondment assignment).
1997
Venezuela - International Student Recruitment and Marketing - EDUCANADA,
Educational Trade Fair, organized by the Embassy of Canada in Caracas,
Venezuela
Employer: University of Calgary. (Secondment assignment).
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Publications:
Refereed Journal Articles:
1. Lock, J. V., Eaton, S. E., & Kessy, E. Self-regulation in K-12 online learning (Currently
under review). In Education.
2. Brown, B., Dressler, R., Eaton, S. E., & Jacobsen, D. M. (2015). Practicing what we teach:
Using action research to learn about teaching action research. Canadian Journal of Action
Research, 16(3), 60-77.
3. Brown, B., Eaton, S. E., Jacobsen, D. M., Roy, S., & Friesen, S. (2013). Instructional design
collaboration: A professional learning and growth experience. MERLOT Journal of Online
Learning and Teaching, 9(3). Retrieved from http://jolt.merlot.org/vol9no3/brown_0913.htm
4. Eaton, S. E. (2012). How will Alberta’s second language students ever achieve proficiency?
ACTFL Proficiency Guidelines, the CEFR and the “10,000-hour rule” in relation to the
Alberta K-12 language-learning context. Notos, 12(2), 2-12.
5. Eaton, S. E. (2010). How to Use Skype in the ESL/EFL Classroom. The Internet TESL
Journal, XVI(11).
6. Eaton, S. E. (2010). Leadership Through Language Learning and Teaching: Gandhi as a Role
Model. Notos, 11(1), 2-7.
7. Eaton, S. E. (2005). How to promote your language program in a tough market. International
Journal of Foreign Language Teaching, 1(2), 23-26.
Refereed Conference Proceedings:
1. Brown, B., Schroeder, M., & Eaton, S.E. (2016, May). Designing Synchronous Online
Interactions and Discussions. In M. Takeuchi, A.P. Preciado Babb, & J. Lock. IDEAS 2016:
Designing for Innovation Selected Proceedings. Paper presented at IDEAS 2016: Designing
for Innovation, Calgary, Canada (pg 51-60). Calgary, Canada: Werklund School of
Education, University of Calgary. Available from: http://hdl.handle.net/1880/51209
2. Brown, B., Eaton, S. E., Dressler, R., & Jacobsen, D. M. (2015). Professional collaboration
as responsive pedagogy, Proceedings of the IDEAS: Rising to Challenge Conference.
Calgary: Werklund School of Education, University of Calgary.
3. Douglas, G. J., & Eaton, S. E. (2002). Outsourced Technical Translations: Assuring Quality.
Proceedings of the Society of Technical Communicators, STC Region 7.
Books:
1. Eaton, S.E. (2011). Exceptional Webinars Made Easy. Calgary: Onate Press.
2. Eaton, S.E. (2011). We Are Family: A Heartwarming Story of a Successful Adoption
Reunion. Calgary: Onate Press.
3. Eaton, S.E. (2005). 101 Ways to market your language program: A practical guide for
language schools (2nd. ed.). Calgary: Eaton International Consulting Inc.
Book Chapters:
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1. Eaton, S. E. (2012). The Administration of English as a Second Language (ESL) Programs in
Higher Education: Striking the Balance Between Generating Revenue and Serving Students.
In Y. Hébert & A. A. Abdi (Eds.), Critical Perspectives on International Education (pp. 149162). Rotterdam: Sense.
2. Hirtz, S., & Eaton, S. E. (2011). Language Learning 2.0: Innovative Approaches for
Tomorrow’s Global Citizens. In S. Hirtz & K. Kelly (Eds.), Education for a Digital World
2.0 (Vol. 1). Vancouver, BC: BC Campus, Commonwealth of Learning.
Professional Reports:
1. Eaton, S. E., & Tunstall, L. A. (2015). Program Evaluation: Youth Fair Gains - A financial
literacy and youth individual development account (IDA) program for Calgary's youth.
Calgary: Momentum.
2. Tunstall, L. & Eaton, S.E. (2015). Benchmarking Report for Youth Individual Development
(IDA) Accounts: A Survey of Programs Across North America. Youth Fair Gains Project.
Calgary: Momentum.
3. Eaton, S. E. (2015). Strategic Planning Report for the Chief Crowfoot Learning Centre.
Calgary: Calgary Police Service.
4. Tunstall, L., Eaton, S. E., & Dawson, V. (2013). Interim Final Report (Slide Presentation).
Creating space for strength: An asset-based community development and research project for
Calgary's north central communities. Calgary: Aspen Family and Community Network
Society.
5. Tunstall, L., Eaton, S. E., & Dawson, V. (2013). Community conversation: Reporting back
on what residents had to say: Creating space for strength: An asset-based community
development and research project for Calgary's north central communities. Calgary: Aspen
Family and Community Network Society.
6. Eaton, S.E., Dawson, V. and Tunstall, L. (2013). What SPRY Seniors Have to Say: Report
on the Community Consultation with the Seniors’ Group ‘SPRY’ in the Hills: Creating Space
for Strength: An Asset-Based Community Development (ABCD) and Research Project
Focused on Calgary's North Central Communities. Aspen Family Services.
7. Tunstall, L., Eaton, S. E., & Dawson, V. (2013). Models of community multipurpose sites,
integrated services and collaboration between service providers: A report for Creating space
for strength: An asset-based community development and research project for Calgary's north
central communities. Calgary: Aspen Family and Community Network Society.
8. Dawson, V., Eaton, S. E., & Tunstall, L. (2013). Interviews with community residents:
Reporting what citizens had to say: Creating space for strength: An asset-based community
development and research project for Calgary's north central communities. Calgary: Aspen
Family and Community Network Society.
9. Tunstall, L. and Eaton, S.E. (2012). Demographic Information: Creating Space for Strength:
An Asset-Based Community Development and Research Project Focussed on Calgary's
North Central Communities. Aspen Family Services.
10. Eaton, S.E. (2010). Global Trends in Language Learning in the 21st Century. National Adult
Literacy Database, Fredericton, NB.
11. Eaton, S.E. (2010). Formal, Non-Formal and Informal Learning: The Case of Literacy,
Essential Skills and Language Learning in Canada. Encyclopedia of Informal Education
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12. Ainsworth, H. L., & Eaton, S. E. (2010). Formal, Non-formal and Informal Learning in the
Sciences. Retrieved July 31: http://www.eric.ed.gov/PDFS/ED511414.pdf
13. Hare, C., & Eaton, S. E. (2010). Evaluation of a Videoconferencing Pilot Project: Training
for Volunteer Literacy Tutors for speakers of English as an Additional Language (EAL).
National Adult Literacy Database, Fredericton, NB.
14. Eaton, S.E. (2009). Best Practices for Late Entry Learners Into College Academic Upgrading
Programs. Calgary. Bow Valley College.
15. Eaton, S.E. (2009). Literacy for Deaf Immigrant Adults. A Symposium for Collaboration and
Learning. Calgary. Bow Valley College.
Scholarly Book Review:
1. Eaton, S.E. (2008) Review of: Izquierdo, J. s., Dansereau, M.-C., Ballinger, S., Schmitt, D.,
Thomson, R. I., Kerekes, J., et al. (2008). Book and Software Reviews / Critiques de livres et
de logiciels. Canadian Modern Language Review, 65(2), 335-353.
Theses:
1. Eaton, S.E. (2009). Marketing of Revenue-Generating ESL Programs at the University of
Calgary: A Qualitative Study. Ph.D. Dissertation, University of Calgary, Educational
Leadership. Dr. J. Tim Goddard and Dr. Anne Sherman, Co-Supervisors.
2. Eaton, S.E. (1997). Silence, Feminine Artistic Creation and Isabel Allende’s La casa de los
espíritus. Master’s Thesis. University of Calgary. Department of French, Italian and Spanish.
Dr. Luis A. Torres and Dr. Estelle Dansereau, Co-Supervisors.
Pedagogical Materials:
1. Eaton, S. E. (2011, February 25). How to Build and Use Google Forms: A Step-By-Step
Guide. Retrieved from http://www.scribd.com/doc/49506927/How-to-Build-and-UseGoogle-Forms
2. Eaton, S. E. (2011, June 1). Alternative and Asset-Based Evaluation and Assessment in
Language Teaching and Literacy: Resources for Research, Classroom Instruction and
Evaluation of Language Competence. Retrieved from
http://www.eric.ed.gov/PDFS/ED520294.pdf
3. Eaton, S. E. (2011, June 28). Portfolios to Assess Literacy and Second Language. Retrieved
from http://www.nald.ca/library/research/eaton/portfolios/portfolios.pdf
4. Eaton, S. E. (2011, May 25). Effective Learning- Using Portfolios to Assess Learning: A
guide for teachers on how to incorporate strength-based portfolios into education. Retrieved
from http://www.scribd.com/doc/56209954/Effective-Learning-Using-Portfolios-to-AssessLearning
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Magazine Articles:
1. Eaton, S. E. (2013). The lingo of language: Making your event truly multilingual requires
more than just lip service. Speaking of Impact: The voice of Canadian meetings, 10(4), 19.
2. Eaton, S. E. (2013). Share your story, share your wisdom: How to make learning memorable.
Share: TESL Canada's magazine for ESL teachers, (4), 36-37
3. Eaton, S. E. (2012). The virtual speaker: Can high tech plus low cost equal a quality
experience? Speaking of Impact: The Voice of Canadian Meetings, 10, 14-16.
4. Eaton, S. E. (2010). You Can Virtually Go Global with Webinars! So to Speak Retrieved
December 31, 2010, from
http://www.canadianspeakers.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=590
5. Eaton, S. E. (2003, Jan./Feb.). Ask Our Experts. Rising Women: Celebrating Women's
Initiatives, 5.
6. Eaton, S. E. (2002, Sept./Oct.). Ask Our Experts. Rising Women: Celebrating Women's
Initiatives, 5, 1.
7. Eaton, S. E. (2001, July - August). World Class Business: The basics of cross-cultural
awareness. Rising Women: Celebrating Women's Initiatives, 3, 8.
8. Eaton, S. E. (2001). I think I can, I think I can. The Source: For Healthy, Creative Living in
Central Alberta and Beyond, 4, 12.
Newspaper Articles:
1. Eaton, S. E. (1997, December 15). Japanese cultural exchange promotes internationalization.
The University of Calgary Gazette, p. 7.
2. Eaton, S. E. (1997, 12 May 1997). Cont Ed expecting over 300 ESL Students. University of
Calgary Gazette, p. 1.
Newsletter Articles:
1. Eaton, S. E. (2013, February). Understanding community volunteers: Contributors and
curmudgeons: Understanding and cultivating the relationship between community residents.
The Broadcaster: Coach Hill Patterson Community Association Newsletter, 5-9.
2. Eaton, S. E. (2013, January). Contributors and curmudgeons: Understanding and cultivating
the relationship between community residents. Northern Edge News: Official Newsletter of
the Northern Hills Community Association, pp. 10-11.
3. Eaton, S. E. (2012, September). Why do we make our students write essays? Spring Institute
of Intercultural Learning Newsletter.
4. Eaton, S. E. (2012, August). Skype for literacy and language learning: "How to" tips and best
practices for teachers. Spring Institute of Intercultural Learning Newsletter.
5. Eaton, S. E. (2012, June). Why some teachers will never love technology (and that's O.K.).
Spring Institute of Intercultural Learning Newsletter.
6. Eaton, S. E. (2012, Spring). Spotlight on Alberta: Formal, non-formal, and informal Learning
in ESL. Alberta Teachers of English as a Second Language (ATESL) Newsletter, 5-8.
7. Eaton, S. E. (2012, May). Six truths I wish I had been told when I started teaching. Spring
Institute of Intercultural Learning Newsletter.
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8. Eaton, S. E. (2012, Spring). Creating memorable learning through storytelling: Share your
story, share your wisdom. Teaching English to Adults in Manitoba (TEAM) Newsletter, 5.
9. Eaton, S. E. (2012, April). 10 ways to excel as a 21st century language educator. Spring
Institute of Intercultural Learning Newsletter.
10. Eaton, S. E. (2012, March). Formal, non-formal and informal learning: What are the
differences? Spring Institute of Intercultural Learning Newsletter.
11. Eaton, S. E. (2012, February). Resilient adaptability: How teaching Spanish to a deaf,
multilingual student opened my eyes. Spring Institute of Intercultural Learning Newsletter.
12. Eaton, S. E. (2011, Fall). Formal, Non-formal and Informal Learning in a Nutshell. Teaching
English to Adults in Manitoba (TEAM) Newsletter.
13. Eaton, S. E. (2011, November). Speak the Language of Your Customer: How to Create
Meaningful Connections Through Conversation. Yoga BC Newsletter. Retrieved from
http://library.constantcontact.com/download/get/file/1101828317674141/Speak+Your+Customer's+Language.pdf
14. Eaton, S. E. (2009, June). Gandhi and Language Promotion. Zephyr: Newsletter of the
Second Languages and Intercultural Council of the Alberta Teachers' Association, 10, 8-9.
15. Eaton, S. E. (2003, September). ESL Teachers Want To Know... How To Promote Your
Language Program in a Tough Market. TESL NB: Teachers of English as a Second
Language of New Brunswick Newsletter, 2.
16. Eaton, S. E. (2003, September). How to Promote Your Language Program in a Tough
Market. Alberta Teachers of English as a Second Language (ATESL) Newsletter.
17. Eaton, S. E. (2003). How to Promote Your Language Program in a Tough Market. TESL
Nova Scotia Newsletter, 4-6.
18. Eaton, S. E. (2001, October). World Class Business: The basics of cross-cultural awareness.
The Calgary Women's Network Newsletter: Women Supporting Women, 22, 3.
19. Eaton, S. E. (2000). An Introduction of AADA Members Lindsey Bezanson and Dillon
Lowen. Pivotal Times, 3.
Online Articles:
1. Eaton, S. E. (2012, September 17). Five characteristics of outstanding presenters.
http://crazypenguinmedia.com/5-characteristics-of-outstanding-presenters/
2. Eaton, S. E. (2012, May). How an advisory board helped me double my business in one year.
So To Speak, 12(02). Retrieved from
http://caps.affiniscape.com/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=708
3. Eaton, S. E. (2012, March 20). How Teaching Spanish to a Deaf Multilingual Student
Opened My Eyes. http://ahopefulsign.com/living-to-learn/how-teaching-spanish-to-a-deafmultilingual-student-opened-my-eyes
4. Gurr, T., & Eaton, S. E. (2012, March 12). So... are we going to mention 21st century
learners? http://allthingslearning.wordpress.com/2012/03/12/so-are-we-going-to-mention21st-century-learners/
5. Eaton, S. E. (2012, January 4). Social Media Literacy for Business Owners: What You Don't
Know Can Hurt You. Social Media Today. Retrieved from
http://socialmediatoday.com/saraheaton/421290/social-media-literacy-business-owners-whatyou-don-t-know-can-hurt-you
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6. Eaton, S. E. (2012). Best practices for a group discussion speaker or panelist.
http://ahopefulsign.com/living-to-learn/“best-practices”-for-a-group-discussion-speaker-orpanelist
7. Eaton, S. E. (2011, October 14). Anatomy of a Social Media Policy. Social Media Today.
Retrieved from http://socialmediatoday.com/saraheaton/376324/anatomy-social-mediapolicy
8. Eaton, S. E. (2011, January). Use Swag to Market Your Language School. Retrieved from
http://edition.tefl.net/articles/school-administration/swag/
9. Eaton, S. E. (2011, January 13). 27 Ways to Celebrate Family Literacy Day. Retrieved from
http://www.scribd.com/doc/46817977/27-Ways-to-Celebrate-Family-Literacy-Day
10. Eaton, S. E. (2011). How long does it take to learn a second language: Applying the '10,000hour rule' as a model for fluency. Retrieved from
http://www.springinstitute.org/Files/howlongdoesittaketolearnasecondlanguageeatonspdf.pdf
11. Eaton, S. E. (2004). How to promote your language program in a tough market. Retrieved
June 23, 2010, from http://www.esladmin.com/marketing/how-to-promote-your-languageprogram-in-a-tough-market/
12. Eaton, S. E. (2004). Avoid These Five Marketing Blunders. Small Business Calgary, (March
4). Retrieved from
http://www.smallbusinesscalgary.com/Resources/Article_Archive/MarketingBlunders.htm
13. Eaton, S. E. (2003). Marketing your language program 101: The basics to successful
promotion of your courses. Retrieved May 11, 2007, from
http://www.tefl.net/administration/marketing-101.htm
14. Eaton, S. E. (2003). How to promote your language program in a tough market. Retrieved
October 6, 2008, from http://www.tefl.net/administration/marketing-tough.htm
Poetry:
1. Eaton, S. E. (2001, August/September). “Words from a Salvadorian Friend”. (A winner in
the 9th Annual Poetry Contest). Synchronicity: The Magazine, 23.
Multimedia:
1. Chokshi, A., Eaton, S., Rowe, K., & Wrathall, J. (2004). Pondering humanity: A video
presentation. Leadership Calgary Class of 2004.
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Funded Research:
2014
2014
2013
2011
2011
2011
2011
2011
2010
2007
SSHRC Insight Development Enhancement Grant, Werklund School of Education,
University of Calgary - Dr. Dianne Gereluk (P.I.), Dr. Roswita Dressler (Co-investigator)
and Dr. S. Eaton (Co-investigator) ($2500 CAD)
Building a Robust Online Teacher Education Program - Scholarship of Teaching and
Learning Grant - Dr. Dianne Gereluk (P.I.), Dr. Roswita Dressler (Co-investigator) and
Dr. S. Eaton (Co-investigator) ($10,000 CAD)
Prototyping and professional development for online high school language teachers in
Calgary. Commissioned and funded by the Calgary Board of Education. ($10,000 CAD)
A Review of the Literature on the Effects of the Second Language (L2) on the Learner’s
First Language (L1). Commissioned by the Institute for Innovation in Second Language
Education (IISLE), Edmonton Public School Board. Principal Investigator with Ilana
Mezhevich, Ph.D.; Wendy Carr, Ed.D; Cecile Buhl, B.A.
A Review of the Literature on the Effects of Second Language (L2) on Students with
Special Needs. Commissioned by the Institute for Innovation in Second Language
Education (IISLE), Edmonton Public School Board. Principal Investigator with Cecile
Buhl, B.A., Ilana Mezhevich, Ph.D.; Wendy Carr, Ed.D.
A Review of the Literature on the Role of Content Instruction in Second and Foreign
Language Education. (Forthcoming, 2011). Commissioned by the Institute for Innovation
in Second Language Education (IISLE), Edmonton Public School Board. Principal
Investigator with Ilana Mezhevich, Ph.D. and Cecile Buhl, B.A.
A Review of the Literature on the Effects of Learning a Third or Subsequent Language
(L3) on Students for Whom English is an Additional Language (L2). Commissioned by
the Institute for Innovation in Second Language Education (IISLE), Edmonton Public
School Board. Principal Investigator with Ilana Mezhevich, Ph.D. and Cecile Buhl, B.A.
A Review of the Literature on the Impact of 21st Century Technologies in Second
Language (SL) Education and Learning. (Forthcoming, 2011). Commissioned by the
Institute for Innovation in Second Language Education (IISLE), Edmonton Public School
Board. Principal Investigator with Ilana Mezhevich, Ph.D. and Cecile Buhl, B.A.
Formal, Non-Formal and Informal Learning in the Sciences. (2010). Research report
funded by the Government of Canada’s Career Focus Program. Principal Investigator:
Sarah Eaton, with Heather L. Ainsworth, M.Sc.
A Review of the Literature on Literacy for Children (K-12) (2007). Commissioned by
Alberta Education. Principal Investigator with Tanja Kupisch, Ph.D., Charlene
Fouqueray, Emily Dewey.
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Graduate Student Research Assistantships:
2008
“International student marketing and recruitment and English language programs
and support at G13 Universities”
Supervisor: Karen Dodge, Director of Strategic Communications, Office of the
Vice-Provost, International, University of Calgary
2007- 2008
“Re-conceptualizing schools in an age of diversity.”
Principal Investigator: Dr. J. Tim Goddard, 2007 - 2008
2005 - 2006
“A Sociolinguistic Study of French Immersion Student Retention and Withdrawal
in Calgary Schools.”
Principal Investigator: Dr. Sylvie Roy, PhD., Funded by the Social Science and
Humanities Research Council (SSHRC), 2005-2006
Teaching:
Since 1994 I have taught the following classes in the fields of languages, liberal arts and
education:
Graduate Courses:
Education 603.21
Education 603.23
Education 604.24
Education 669.73
Education 619.28
Education 619.98
Education 679.14
Education 692
Research Methodology in Education
Writing Educational Research
Program and Practice Evaluation
Language Learning and Technology
Issues in Educational Management II
Entrepreneurial Leadership for Change and Innovation
Inquiry and Information Communication Technology (ICT)
Collaboratory of Practice (Capstone research project course)
Undergraduate Courses:
University 205
Spanish 201
Spanish 203
Becoming an Effective Learner
Introductory Spanish (Part 1)
Introductory Spanish (Part 2)
Adult and Community Education Courses:
Learning Online, Management Communications, Business Leadership; Technology and
Social Media; E-learning and Webinar Design and Development and Introductory
Spanish
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Presentations:
Keynote Addresses:
1. Eaton, S. E. (2012). Global Trends in Education in the Twenty-First Century: Thinking about
Technology, Teaching and Learning in the New Millennium (Keynote address). Paper
presented at the School District 28, Professional Development Day for K-12 Teachers,
Quesnel, B.C.
2. Eaton, S. E. (2012, May 18). Inspiring Lifelong Language Learning: The importance of
formal, non-formal and informal learning for adult learners of English as an Additional
Language in Canada. Annual provincial conference. Teaching English to Adults in Manitoba
(TEAM). Winnipeg, MB.
3. Eaton, S. E. (2000). Keynote address to the graduating class of 2000. Universidad Católica
de Honduras, Tegucigalpa, Honduras.
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Jacobsen, D. M., Eaton, S. E., Brown, B., Simmons, M., & McDermott, M. (2016). Action
Research for Ongoing Improvements in the Master of Education Program. Paper presented
at the Canadian Association for Action Research in Education (CAARE), Calgary, AB.
Gereluk, D., Dressler, R., Eaton, S. E., & Becker, S. (2016). Increasing Equity and Access
for Alberta Rural Pre-Service Teachers. Paper presented at the Canadian Society for the
Study of Education (CSSE), Calgary, AB.
Brown, B., Schroeder, M., & Eaton, S. E. (2016). Designing synchronous online interactions
and discussions. Paper presented at the IDEAS 2016: Designing for Innovation, Calgary,
Alberta.
Brown, B., Eaton, S. E., Dressler, R., & Jacobsen, D. M. (2015). Professional collaboration
as responsive pedagogy. Paper presented at the Ideas Conference 2015: Designing
Responsive Pedagogy. Calgary, AB.
Brown, B., Dressler, R., Eaton, S. E., & Jacobsen, D. M. (2015). Reflections on
collaboration: Three instructors of a collaboratory of practice graduate course. Paper
presented at the American Educational Research Association (AERA) Annual Meeting.
Chicago, IL.
Eaton, S.E. (2014). Learning Languages Online: Professional Development and Capacity
Building for High School Language Teachers: Results of an action research study in a major
urban school board in Western Canada (Canadian Association of Teacher Education
(CATE)), Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences, Brock University, St.
Catharine’s, ON
Eaton, S.E., Brown, B., Jacobsen, M.D. and Friesen, S. (2014), Collaborative Instructional
Design and Course Development, TATE / TFEE Technology and Teacher Education /
Technologie et formation des enseignantes et enseignants, Congress of the Humanities and
Social Sciences, Brock University, St. Catharine’s, ON
Warrell, J., Taber, N., Kawalilak, C., & Eaton, S. E. (2013). What now? Post-degree career
paths in education. Panel discussion presented at the Canadian Association for the Study of
Adult Education / Association canadienne pour l'étude de l'éducation des adults (CASEA -
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ACÉÉA), Congress of the Humanities and Social Sciences, University of Victoria, Victoria,
B.C.
9. Eaton, S. E., Brown, B., Jacobsen, M., & Roy, S. (2013). Collaborative course development
that moves forward through backward instructional design. Paper presented at the
Collaborating for Learning Conference, University of Calgary.
10. Eaton, S. E. (2008). Towards a theory for the study of responsible business practices in
higher education. Paper presented at the British Educational Leadership, Management and
Administration Society (BELMAS).
11. Eaton, S.E. & Goddard, J. T. (2008) Revenue-generating language programs at Canadian
post-secondary institutions, Congress for the Humanities and Social Sciences, Canadian
Society for the Study of Education (CSSE), Vancouver, BC.
12. Eaton, S. E., & Goddard, J. T. (2007, May 28). How marketing practices affect education: A
comparative case study of Canada, the United States and Australia. Paper presented at the
annual meeting of the Canadian Association for the Study of Educational Administration,
Saskatoon, SK.
13. Eaton, S.E. (2006). Alberta’s Languages Initiative – Education as a Commodity in a
Globalized World. Canadian Society for the Study of Education, Congress of the Humanities
and Social Sciences, York University, Toronto, ON.
14. Eaton, S. E. (2002). Diversity and the On-line Classroom. Paper presented at the Cultural
Diversity Institute's Catalyst for Change Conference.
15. Eaton, S. E. (1999). Embracing and engendering: The Body Politics of Pairs Dancing. Paper
presented at the 1999 Gender Research Symposium, University of Calgary.
16. Eaton, S. E. (1997). Argentina’s Silent Heroes: Mothers of the Plaza de Mayo. Paper
presented at the 1997 Gender Research Symposium, University of Calgary.
17. Eaton, S. E. (1997, April). Female stereotypes in Isabel Allende’s short story ‘Clarissa. Paper
presented at the Western Canadian Graduate Student Conference on Hispanic Literature,
University of British Columbia, Vancouver, B.C.
18. Eaton, S. E. (1996). Silence and the New Science: Isabel Allende in a Quantum Age. Paper
presented at the 1996 Gender Research Symposium, University of Calgary.
19. Eaton, S. E. (1995). Silence in the Discourse of Female Characters in Isabel Allende’s La
casa de los espíritus. Paper presented at the Learned Societies Conference, Université de
Montréal.
20. Eaton, S. E. (1995). The Poetry of Claribel Alegría: (Re)Telling the Salvadorian Story. Paper
presented at the 1995 Gender Research Symposium, University of Calgary.
21. Eaton, S. E. (1994). ‘Los empeños de una casa’: Social Commentary Underlying the Comedy
in Sor Juana Inez de la Cruz’ play. Paper presented at the Learned Societies Conference,
University of Calgary.
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Other Post-Secondary Conferences and Events:
1. Eaton, S.E. (2014, May 8). Invited Panelist. “What Graduate Students Need to Know about
Publishing.”. Writing Academic Articles that Get Published: Arts and Social Sciences.
University of Calgary Student Success Centre.
2. Eaton, S. E. (2012). Case Study. Paper presented at the Language Research Centre Workshop
"I'd like to know more about...".
3. Eaton, S. E. (2011). Global Trends in Language Evaluation and Assessment. Paper presented
at the Global Issues in Language Teaching and Learning LANG 599/699 course
4. Eaton, S. E. (2010). Leading Through Language Learning and Teaching: The Case of
Gandhi. Paper presented at the Interdisciplinary Language Research: Relevance and
Application Series, Language Research Centre.
5. Eaton, S. E., Dressler, R., & Beeston, J. (2010, January 14, 2010). A presentation on the
iCCAN project: Videoconferencing in Alberta, University of Calgary.
6. Eaton, S. E. (2008). The plight of the ESL program director. Paper presented at the Faculty
of Education, University of Prince Edward Island.
7. Roy, S., & Eaton, S. E. (2006). Strategies to promote second language learning in the
classroom. Paper presented at the Language Research Centre, University of Calgary.
8. Eaton, S.E. & Roy, S. (2006). A Sociolinguistic Study of French Immersion Student
Retention and Withdrawal in Calgary Schools. Poster presentation at the Graduate Student
Research Conference. Graduate Division of Educational Research, University of Calgary.
9. Eaton, S.E. (2006). Business with words: Language programs that generate revenue and
impact communities. Faculty of Education Research Forum, University of Calgary.
10. Eaton, S.E. (2006) The Alberta Languages Initiative from the perspective of program
promotion. Language Research Centre Graduate Student Forum, University of Calgary.
11. Eaton, S. E. (2000). How to Develop, Manage and Market a Revenue-Generating Language
Program for International Students. Paper presented at the Universidad Católica de
Honduras.
12. Eaton, S. E. (1996). Silence and the New Science: Isabel Allende in a Quantum Age. Paper
presented at the Departmental Series on Teaching and Research, Department of French,
Italian and Spanish, University of Calgary.
Teachers’ Conventions:
1. Eaton, S. E. (2013). Learning the 21st century way: Making sense of how to use social media
for learning. Paper presented at the Greater Edmonton Teachers' Association (GETCA).
2. Eaton, S. E. (2013). Twitter for teachers: Lessons learned and practical tips for teachers.
Paper presented at the Central Alberta Teachers' Convention (CATCA).
3. Eaton, S. E. (2012). Learning the Twenty-First Century Way: Making Sense of How to Use
Social Media for Classroom Learning and Student Engagement. Paper presented at the
School District 28, Professional Development Day for K-12 Teachers, Quesnel, B.C.
4. Eaton, S. E. (2012). Appreciating Innovation and Incorporating Wisdom Across the
Educational Spectrum. Paper presented at the School District 28, Professional Development
Day for K-12 Teachers, Quesnel, B.C.
5. Eaton, S. E. (2011). Student Leadership Inspired by Language Learning. Paper presented at
the Greater Edmonton Teachers' Association (GETCA).
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6. Eaton, S. E. (2011). Global Trends in Language Learning. Paper presented at the Greater
Edmonton Teachers' Convention (GETCA).
7. Eaton, S. E. (2011). Leadership Inspired by Language Learning: Empowering Students to
Leverage Second Language Skills in Meaningful Ways. Paper presented at the Calgary City
Teachers' Convention.
8. Eaton, S. E. (2006, February 17). School Marketing 101: How to help your school shine its
brightest. Paper presented at the Calgary City Teachers' Convention Association: Learning
from the Past, Teaching for the Future.
Other Educational Conferences:
1. Gereluk, D., Dressler, R., Eaton, S. E., & Becker, S. (2016). Reaching and recruiting rural
pre-service teachers: Community-based education. Paper presented at the 21st National
Congress on Rural Education in Canada Saskatoon, SK.
2. Gereluk, D., Dressler, R., Eaton, S. E., & Becker, S. (2016). Teaching for the rural context:
Developing rural pre-service teachers in Alberta. Paper presented at the Alberta Rural
Education Symposium: Growing Education in Alberta Communities, Banff, AB.
3. Gereluk, D., Dressler, R., & Eaton, S. E. (2015). Pre-service teacher education for rural and
remote Albertans. Paper presented at the Alberta Rural Education Conference.
4. Eaton, S. E. (2002). Los complementos directos e indirectos: simplificando lo difícil. Paper
presented at the Taller para profesores de español: La enseñanza del español mediante tareas
comunicativas - Spanish Teachers’ Association of Alberta and Mount Royal College.
5. Eaton, S. E. (1997). Teaching Old Dogs New Tricks: Spanish in Adult (Continuing)
Education. Paper presented at the Western Canadian Conference: The Romance Language
Classroom of the XXI Century, University of Calgary.
Professional Conferences and Associations:
1. Eaton, S. E. (2012, June 7). Engaging through eLearning: Key factors to make webinars and
virtual learning effective. Paper presented at the Canadian Society for Training and
Development (CSTD), Calgary Chapter.
2. Eaton, S. E. (2012, February 17). Workplace Literacy and Essential Skills: The Foundation
of 21st Century Success. Paper presented at the Career Development Speaker Series, Cohosted by the Calgary Public Library and the Career Development Association of Alberta.
3. Eaton, S. E. (2012, February 3). Light Your Message On Fire with Kindle: How to Create
Your e-Book in An Afternoon. Paper presented at the National Speakers Association (NSA)
Winter Conference.
4. Halikowski, N., Morgan, P., & Eaton, S. E. (2012, January 11 and 18). Orientation
Workshop for the Class of 2012 Fast Track Program (A two-part workshop). Presented at the
Canadian Association of Professional Speakers (CAPS), Calgary Chapter.
5. Eaton, S. E. (2011). Hands-On Technology: Virtual Presentations and Webinars for
Professional Speakers. Canadian Association of Professional Speakers (CAPS), Edmonton
Chapter.
6. Eaton, S. E. (2011). Why Webinars Work. Canadian Association of Professional Speakers
(CAPS), Edmonton Chapter.
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7. Eaton, S. E. (2011). Unleash the Power of Webinars for Your Speaking Business: Learn
Secrets of Success for Virtual Presentations and Tips for Generating Revenue" (half-day
workshop). Paper presented at the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers (CAPS),
Calgary Chapter.
8. Eaton, S. E. (2011). From Far and Wide: Diversity in Our Schools. Paper presented at the
Calgary Board of Education (CBE), Staff Development Convention.
9. Eaton, S. E. (2009, February 10). How global and economic factors affect the marketing of
ESL programs. Paper presented at the Languages Canada / Langues Canada Conference.
Calgary.
10. Eaton, S. E. (2005). To market, to market to be a great school. Paper presented at the Alberta
Colleges & Institutes Faculties Association (ACIFA) Conference.
11. Douglas, G. J., & Eaton, S. E. (2002). Outsourced Technical Translations: Assuring Quality.
Paper presented at the Society of Technical Communicators, STC Region 7 Proceedings.
Literacy and Languages:
1. Eaton, S. E. (2016, April 25). Diving Deep into Technology for Bilingual Language
Learning: Beyond Gadgets and Apps. Interactive workshop presented at the Calgary Board
of Education Professional Learning Day: Bilingualism Today, Senator Patrick Burns School.
2. Eaton, S. E. (2015, October 31). Your career as a successful independent TESL professional.
Paper presented at the TESL Canada Conference, Lake Louise, AB.
3. Quintieri, R., & Eaton, S. E. (2015, October 31). Interview tips for LINC (Language
Instruction for New Canadians) students. Paper presented at the TESL Canada Conference,
Lake Louise, AB.
4. Eaton, S. E. (2015, May 30). Language learning and technology: Workshop for SAHLA
teachers. Calgary, Alberta: Southern Alberta Heritage Language Association (SAHLA).
5. Eaton, S.E. (2014, November 8). Language Learning and Technology: What we need to
know to make wise decisions for teaching and learning. Calgary, Alberta: Southern Alberta
Heritage Language Association (SAHLA).
6. Eaton, S. E. (2012, November 9). Twitter for ESL Teachers: A professional development inservice workshop for English as a second language (ESL) and Language instruction for
newcomers to Canada (LINC) teachers. Calgary, Alberta: Chinook Learning Services,
Calgary Board of Education.
Eaton, S. E. (2012, June 1). Living, loving and learning languages: A professional
development in-service workshop for English as a second language (ESL) and Language
instruction for newcomers to Canada (LINC) teachers: Chinook Learning Services, Calgary
Board of Education.
7. Eaton, S. E. (2012, May 18). Share your story, share your wisdom: Creating memorable
language learning through story telling. Professional development workshop presented at the
Annual provincial conference for Teaching English to Adults in Manitoba (TEAM).
8. Eaton, S. E. (2012, May 17). Want to change the world? Learn another language: Gandhi as
an inspiration for multilingualism. Paper presented at the Winnipeg Millennium Library.
9. Eaton, S. E. (2012, March 23). Living, loving and learning languages. Paper presented at the
Language Research Centre, University of Calgary.
10. Eaton, S. E. (2011). Professional Development Workshop for Calgary Action for Literacy
and Learning (CALL): Calgary Learns.
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11. Koch, J., & Eaton, S. E. (2011). Professional Development Workshop for Calgary Action for
Literacy and Learning (CALL): Calgary Learns.
12. Eaton, S. E. (2011). Using Social Media to Promote Literacy: 21st Century Approaches for
Marketing and Advocacy. Paper presented at the Centre for Family Literacy Annual
Conference.
13. Eaton, S. E. (2010). Leading through Language Learning: Showing our students how to “Be
the change”. Paper presented at the Alberta Teachers' Association (ATA) Second Language
and Intercultural Council (SLIC) Annual Conference.
14. Eaton, S. E. (2010, April 15). Marketing and promoting second language and literacy
programs. Literacy Alberta, Calgary.
15. Eaton, S. E. (2010). Low cost, high impact marketing for literacy: How to serve more clients,
help more people and spread the word about the good work you do. Paper presented at the
Ontario Literacy Coalition: Spotlight on Learning.
16. Eaton, S. E. (2004). ESL Marketing and Recruiting Workshop. Paper presented at Kamloops
Immigrant Services.
17. Eaton, S. E. (2004). Selling words: Promoting your second language program. Paper
presented at the Intercultural and Second Language Council (ISLC) conference.
18. Eaton, S. E. (2004, April 1). Getting down to business: Marketing ESL programs. Paper
presented at the Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) conference,
Long Beach, California, U.S.A.
19. Eaton, S. E. (2003). Getting down to business: Marketing and promoting of ESL programs.
Paper presented at the California Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages
(CATESOL), 34th Annual State Conference, “Making Changes – Making a Difference”.
20. Eaton, S. E. (2003). The problem with contract teachers: Can’t live with ’em, can’t live
without ’em. Paper presented at the Alberta Teachers of English as a Second Language
(ATESL) Conference, 2003, Mount Royal College.
21. Eaton, S. E. (2003). Cross-Cultural Competency for ESL Teachers: A workshop for
instructors at the YWCA of Calgary.
22. Eaton, S. E. (2003, November 14-15). Marketing your ESL programs successfully: Tips and
tricks. Paper presented at the TESL Canada conference, Vancouver, British Columbia.
23. Eaton, S. E. (2002). Getting down to business: Marketing and promoting of ESL programs.
Paper presented at the Alberta Teachers of English as a Second Language (ATESL)
Conference, 2002 “Getting Connected”.
24. Eaton, S. E., & Hovey, R. (2002). Online ESL – Is it all it’s chalked up to be? Paper
presented at the Catch the Dream, Teachers of English as a Second Language (TESL)
Canada 2002, 16th Conference.
25. Eaton, S. E. (1998). La enseñanza de idiomas / Teaching Foreign Languages. Paper presented
at the Taller de la enseñanza de idiomas, Universidad de Pinar del Río “Hermanos Saíz
Montes de Oca”.
26. Eaton, S. E. (1998). Canadian English: Not just a hybrid of British and American English.
Paper presented at the WEFLA / 98 (I International Workshop on Foreign Language
Teaching) University of Holguín “Oscar Lucero Moya”.
27. Eaton, S. E. (1997). Education as Industry: Non-credit ESL in University Continuing
Education. Paper presented at the Alberta Teachers of English as a Second Language
(ATESL) Annual Conference.
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Community:
1. Eaton, S. E., & Tunstall, L. A. (2015). Program Evaluation Report Presentation - Youth Fair
Gains Progam: A Youth Individual Development Account (IDA) Program. Calgary, Alberta.
2. Eaton, S. E. (2013, June 24). The Hidden Strengths of Hidden Valley and Hanson Ranch:
Highlights of Creating Space for Strength in Calgary's North Central Communities.
Presentation at the Annual General Meeting of the Hidden Valley and Hanson Ranch
Community Association.
3. Eaton, S. E. (2012, June 27). Webinars that wow: how to make e-learning exceptionally
engaging. Workshop facilitated at the Calgary Sexual Health Centre.
4. Koch, J., & Eaton, S. E. (2012, March 26). The constellation model of governance. Paper
presented at the Foothills Children's Wellness Network.
5. Koch, J., & Eaton, S. E. (2012, March 1). Technology as an Educational Asset (Parent Cafe,
Capitol Hill School). Community Assets for Education (CAFE) Institute workshop for
parents facilitated at Capitol Hill School, Calgary, AB.
6. Eaton, S. E. (2011, October 11). Believe and Achieve: How Culture and Gratitude Shape
Your Experience (Workshop for ESL students: Part 1 of 2). James Fowler High School,
Calgary, Canada.
7. Eaton, S. E. (2011, October 25). Believe and Achieve: How Culture and Gratitude Shape
Your Experience (Workshop for ESL students: Part 2 of 2). James Fowler High School,
Calgary, Canada.
8. Koch, J., & Eaton, S. E. (2011). Literacy as an Educational Asset (Parent Cafe, Pineridge
School). CAFE Institute.
9. Mascher, C., & Eaton, S. E. (2011). Community Assets for Education: Focus on Technology
(Parent Cafe, Capitol Hill School). CAFE Institute.
10. Mascher, C., & Eaton, S. E. (2011). Community Assets for Education: Focus on Technology
(Parent Cafe, Dr. Coffin School). CAFE Institute.
11. Mascher, C., & Eaton, S. E. (2011). Community Assets for Education: Focus on Technology
(Parent Cafe at Buchanan School). CAFE Institute.
12. Eaton, S. E. (2011). Leveraging Your Leadership Assets: A Strength-Based Approach to
Work and Life. Presented at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology Students'
Association (SAITSA) Leadership Development Workshop.
13. Eaton, S. E. (2011). Formal, Non-Formal and Informal Learning: The Case of Literacy,
Essential Skills and Language Learning in Canada. Panelist at the Round Table Workshop
"Family Literacy and the New Canadian" held as part of National Metropolis
Conference. Vancouver, BC. March 23-26, 2011.
14. Eaton, S. E. (2011). Formal, Non-Formal and Informal Learning (Half-Day PD Workshop)
for Rocky Community Learning Council Olds, Alberta, Canada.
15. Eaton, S. E. (2010). Want to Change the World? Learn Another Language: Leadership
Inspired by Language Learning. Paper presented at the World Languages Resource Fair.
Calgary Public Library.
16. Eaton, S.E. (2009, October 23). How technology can enhance the non-profit organization:
What it can do for you and how to make it happen. Literacy and Learning Symposium
“Inspiring Leadership”. Red Deer, AB.
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17. Eaton, S. E. (2002). How learning Spanish shaped my life. Paper presented at the
Presentation to Grade 11 and 12 classes of Teresa Monaghan, John G. Diefenbaker High
School.
18. Eaton, S. E. (2002). Cross-cultural communications. Paper presented at the Calgary
Immigrant Women's Association (CIWA)'s 2nd Annual Conference.
19. Eaton, S. E. (2002). The benefits of being a graduate student in the department of French,
Italian and Spanish at the University of Calgary. Paper presented at the Recruitment
reception hosted by the department of French, Italian and Spanish, University of Calgary.
20. Eaton, S. E. (1998). 14 things we can do to eliminate violence in our society. Paper presented
at the December 6 Memorial Service for the 14 women killed at L’école Polytechnique in
Montreal. University of Calgary.
Government:
1. Eaton, S. E. (2015, 15 April). Program Evaluation Report: English Access Microscholarship
Program: Presentation to Stakeholders funded by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of
Educational and Cultural Affairs, Office of English Language Program. Washington, D.C.
2. Hull, A. & Eaton, S.E. (2014, 13 Aug.). Digital Citizenship for Language Teachers.
Presented at the annual Pre-Departure Orientation for English Language Fellows and
Specialists, funded by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural
Affairs, Office of English Language Programs, Washington, D.C.
3. Hull, A. & Eaton, S.E. (2014, 14 Aug.). The Independent Language Professional. Presented
at the annual Pre-Departure Orientation for English Language Fellows and Specialists,
funded by the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, Office
of English Language Programs, Washington, D.C.
4. Eaton, S.E. (2014, July). Leadership Development for Foreign Service Officers and Civil
Servants working in the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Educational and Cultural
Affairs, Office of English Language Programs, Washington, D.C.
5. Dodge, K., & Eaton, S. E. (2008). Bilingual Education: Sharing ideas, understanding context:
Experiences from Alberta. Presented at the Ministry of Education, Jalisco.
Industry and Entrepreneurship:
1. Eaton, S. E. (2012, September 20). Inspiring Lifelong Leadership. Paper presented at the
Junior Chamber International (JCI) 2012 National Conference. Kimberley, B.C.
2. Eaton, S. E. (2012, February 8). Social Media for Small Business and Entrepreneurs (A panel
discussion). Calgary Marketing Club.
3. Eaton, S. E. (2011). Unleash the Power of Webinars. Paper presented at the Progressive
Group for Independent Business Women.
4. Eaton, S. E. (2011). Social Media Challenges In the Workplace. Panelist at the Canadian
Association of Industrial Relations (CIRA), Southern Alberta Chapter.
5. Eaton, S. E. (2011). You Can Virtually Go Global with Webinars. Paper presented at the
Professional Development Lunch and Learn Series at Calgary Technologies Inc. (CTI).
6. Eaton, S. E. (2003). Make Money Not a Mess: Small Business Seminar. Paper presented at
the Small Business Calgary Networking Session.
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7. Eaton, S. E. (2002). Cross-cultural awareness for success in business. Paper presented at the
Probus Club of Calgary.
8. Eaton, S. E. (2002). Inmigración y multiculturalismo en Canadá: décadas de tradición. Paper
presented at the CSI-CSIF: Central Sindical Independiente y de funcionarios (Valencia,
Spain).
9. Eaton, S. E. (2001). World Class Business: The basics of cross-cultural awareness. Paper
presented at the Calgary Women's Network.
Virtual Presentations and Webinars:
1. Eaton, S. E. (2012, December 5). Blogging like a pro: An Introduction to Blogging for
Business: Chinook Learning, Calgary Board of Education (CBE).
2. Eaton, S. E. (2012, November 29). Creating Space for Strength: An Asset-Based Community
Development and Research Project Focused on Calgary's North Central Communities.
Retrieved from
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e90Ifs9_H7I&feature=share&list=UUINdBOYAxEJRxx
gya5yiYJg
3. Eaton, S. E. (2012, November 14). LinkedIn: Build Your Profile and Your Network:
Chinook Learning, Calgary Board of Education (CBE).
4. Eaton, S.E. Eaton, S. E. (2012, October 24). Facebook for Business: An introduction to
profiles, pages, groups and likes: Chinook Learning, Calgary Board of Education (CBE).
5. Eaton, S. E. (2012, August 21). Learning the twenty-first century way: Making sense of how
to use social media for learning - A webinar for literacy and essential skills practitioners:
Essential Skills Ontario.
6. Eaton, S. E. (2012, June 6). Twitter for Professionals: A webinar for industry and small
business: Chinook Learning, Calgary Board of Education (CBE).
7. Eaton, S. E. (2012, May 1). How to Lead Difficult Meetings: A program for educational
administrators and leaders. Paper presented at the Idaho State University (ISU) Workforce
Training "Enhancing Education Through Technology (EETT)" Professional Development
Series.
8. Eaton, S. E. (2012, April 25). How to Lead Difficult Meetings: A webinar for professionals
and corporate leaders: Chinook Learning, Calgary Board of Education (CBE).
9. Eaton, S. E. (2012, April 18). Learning the 21st century way: Making sense of how to use
social media for learning: A webinar presentation for Literacy Nova Scotia.
10. Eaton, S. E. (2012, March 27). Twitter for business: Tweeting for personal and professional
development. Paper presented at the Idaho Chambers of Commerce.
11. Eaton, S. E. (2012). 101 Ways to Market Your Language Program: A 10-part webinar series.
12. Eaton, S. E. (2012, March 7). Twitter for Professionals: A webinar for industry and small
business: Chinook Learning, Calgary Board of Education (CBE).
13. Eaton, S. E. (2012, March 6). How to Develop a Social Media Policy. Paper presented at the
Idaho State University (ISU) Workforce Training "Enhancing Education Through
Technology (EETT)" Professional Development Series.
14. Eaton, S. E. (2012, February 29). Managing Social Media Disasters: What to Do When
Employees Go Off the Digital Deep End: Chinook Learning, Calgary Board of Education
(CBE).
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15. Eaton, S. E. (2012, February 17). Twitter for Teachers: Using Twitter to Grow Professionally
and Personally. Paper presented at the state-wide technology conference for Idaho teachers,
presented by Idaho State University (ISU) Workforce Training.
16. Eaton, S. E. (2012, February 15). How to Develop a Social Media Policy: A webinar for
industry and small business: Chinook Learning, Calgary Board of Education (CBE).
17. Eaton, S. E. (2012, February 7). Scribd for educators and trainers: How to share your own
documents, writing and resources on line. Paper presented at the Idaho State University
(ISU) Workforce Training "Enhancing Education Through Technology (EETT)" Professional
Development Series.
18. Eaton, S. E. (2012, January - February). Public Speaking Made Easy: An online speech
competition coaching program developed for secondary students at Upper Buck County
Technical School, PA, USA.
19. Eaton, S. E. (2012, January 25). How to Lead Difficult Meetings: A webinar for
professionals and corporate leaders: Chinook Learning, Calgary Board of Education (CBE).
20. Eaton, S. E. (2012, January 24). Twitter for Teachers: An Online PD Program developed for
the Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration (CILC) ACELINK. Indiana
University-Purdue University, Fort Wayne, IN.
21. Eaton, S. E. (2012, January 19). Harry Potter in Translation: An Online Professional
Development Program for Teachers Idaho State University (ISU) Workforce Training
"Enhancing Education Through Technology (EETT)" Professional Development Series.
22. Eaton, S. E. (2012, January 17). Twitter for Teachers: Using Twitter to Grow Professionally
and Personally. Paper presented at the Idaho State University (ISU) Workforce Training
"Enhancing Education Through Technology (EETT)" Professional Development Series.
23. Eaton, S. E. (2011). 21st Century Global Trends in Education. Paper presented at the Idaho
State University (ISU) Workforce Training "Enhancing Education Through Technology
(EETT)" Professional Development Series.
24. Eaton, S. E., Hare, C., Mullin, A., & Godfrey, L. (2011). How to Use Webinars for Literacy:
Professional Development, Programming and Promotion. Paper presented at the Learn
Central Online Community of Educators. Retrieved from http://vimeo.com/31276352
25. Eaton, S. E. (2011). How to Use Google Forms. Paper presented at the Idaho State University
(ISU) Workforce Training "Enhancing Education Through Technology (EETT)" Professional
Development Series.
26. Eaton, S. E. (2011). How to Choose a Webinar Platform Provider. Paper presented at the
Exceptional Webinars Online Professional Development Series.
27. Eaton, S. E. (2011). From the Stage to Cyberspace: Webinars for Pro Speakers. Paper
presented at the Exceptional Webinars Online Professional Development Series.
28. Eaton, S. E. (2011). Asset-based Approaches to Evaluation and Assessment. Paper presented
at the Greene County Schools (Tennessee, USA) Professional Development Day.
29. Eaton, S. E. (2011, June 7). “New Trends in Education: Formal, Non-formal and Informal
Learning – Implications for Evaluation and Assessment. Paper presented at the Ontario
Literacy Coalition Spotlight on Learning Webinar Series, online.
30. Eaton, S. E. (2011). How to Use Google Forms. Paper presented at the Social Media for
Language Learning Online Conference.
31. Eaton, S. E. (2010, July 27). Global Trends in Language Learning in the 21st Century. Paper
presented at the Learn Central community at Elluminate.
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32. Eaton, S. E. (2010, June 15). Successfully promoting and marketing your language program.
Paper presented at the Learn Central community at Elluminate.
33. Eaton, S.E. (2010, April 28). Logic Models: What they are and how to use them. Webinar
delivered to York Region District School Board, Aurora, Ontario, Canada.
34. Eaton, S. E. (2010). Global Trends in Twenty-First Century Education. Paper presented at the
Global Education Conference.
35. Eaton, S. E. (2010). Using Skype in the Second and Foreign Language Classroom. Paper
presented at the Social Media Workshop "Get Your ACT(FL) Together Online: Standards
Based Language Instruction via Social Media".
36. Eaton, S. E. (2010). Global Trends in Education in the Twenty-First Century. Paper
presented at the Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration.
37. Eaton, S. E. (2005). Marketing Matters for Language Schools: Tips and tricks for generating
interest in your language courses: A webinar presented by Horizon Wimba.
Media:
Radio:
1. Eaton, S.E. (2012, May 18). Language learning for lifelong fulfillment and joy. Your Life,
Unlimited, CJOB 68, Winnipeg, MB: Interviewed by Stephanie Staples, host.
2. Eaton, S. E. (2002). Cita de Baile (Radio Interview in Spanish.) Host: Concha Silván. Station
97.7. Valencia, Spain.
Sarah Elaine Eaton, Ph.D.
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Professional Volunteer Service:
2015
2015
2014
2013
2012
2012
2011
2004 - 2006
2004
2004
2001
2001
1998
1998
1997 - 2000
Program Committee Peer Reviewer: Teachers of English as a Second Language
(TESL) Canada Conference
Peer Reviewer Canadian Association of Teacher Education (CATE) , Conference
Proposal Reviewer for Congress 2015
Peer Reviewer Canadian Association of Teacher Education (CATE) , Conference
Proposal Reviewer for Congress 2014
National editor So To Speak, Publication of the Canadian Association of
Professional Speakers
Reviewer Notos, Journal of the Second Languages and Intercultural Council
(SLIC), Alberta Teachers’ Association.
Competition Judge Ernest and Young Student Leadership Club,
Haskayne School of Business Case Competition, University of Calgary
Guest Editor, Notos, Journal of the Second Languages and Intercultural Council
(SLIC), Alberta Teachers’ Association.
Sessional Representative, Faculty of Humanities Council, Department of
French, Italian and Spanish, University of Calgary
Committee Member, Organizing Committee, “Tips and Tools for the Language
Classroom: A workshop for language teachers”, Language Research Centre,
University of Calgary
Committee Member, Organizing Committee, Workshop for Spanish Teachers,
Language Research Centre, University of Calgary
Session Chair, Gender Research Symposium, University of Calgary
Advisor, Organizing Committee, Gender Research Symposium, University of
Calgary
Respondent to Paper by Claudine Potvin, “Between Text and the Image: Framing
the Other’s Gaze -- a talk on Frida Kahlo” presented at Breaking Frames: a
Colloquium on Art and Literature with Participants from the University of
Calgary and the University of Alberta.
Proceedings Editor, WEFLA / 98 (I International Workshop on Foreign Language
Teaching), University of Holguín “Oscar Lucero Moya”, Holguín, Cuba
Committee Member, Organizing Committee, Gender Research Symposium,
University of Calgary
Sarah Elaine Eaton, Ph.D.
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Volunteer Community and Leadership Service:
2014 - 2016
2012 - 2013
2011
Advisor to the Board
Board President
Committee Member
2010 - 2012
2010 - 2011
2010
Board Vice-President
Board Member
Board Member
2010
Planning Committee
2007 - 2013
2004 - 2005
Board Member
Board President
2003 - 2004
Board Vice-Chair
2003
Committee Member
2002 - 2006
Board Member
2002 - 2005
Committee Chair
2001 - 2005
Volunteer
2001 - 2002
Committee Member
2000- 2002
1998 - 2000
1993
Board Member
Volunteer
Medal Presenter
Coach Hill Manor Condominiums
Coach Hill Manor Condominiums
Canadian Association of Professional Speakers
(CAPS), Calgary Chapter, Fast Track Program
Coach Hill Manor Condominiums
Olympus Team Sports School
Canadian Association of Professional Speakers
(CAPS), Calgary Chapter
Canadian Association of Professional Speakers
(CAPS), Meet in the Middle Conference
Coach Hill Manor Condominiums
Connections Counseling and Consulting
Foundation
Board of Directors, Hallmark Condominium
Corporation
Calgary Chamber of Commerce, International
Business Week
Connections Counselling and Consulting
Foundation
Fund Development Committee, Connections
Counselling and Consulting Foundation Board of
Directors
Calgary Police Service, Cultural Resources Unit,
Latin American and African Portfolio
Public Relations Committee, Board of Directors,
Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association (CIWA)
Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association (CIWA)
Calgary Catholic Immigration Society
Nova Scotia Special Olympics
Sarah Elaine Eaton, Ph.D.
Research Funding, Grants and Scholarships
2014
SSHRC Insight Development Grant - Research Office, Werklund School of
Education - Dr. Dianne Gereluk (P.I.), Dr. Roswita Dressler, (Co-investigator) and
Dr. S. Eaton (Co-investigator) - ($2500 CAD)
2014 Building a Robust Online Teacher Education Program - Scholarship of Teaching and
Learning Grant - Dr. Dianne Gereluk (P.I.), Dr. Roswita Dressler (Co-investigator) and
Dr. S. Eaton (Co-investigator) ($10,000 CAD)
2014 Sessional Travel Grant. The University of Calgary Faculty Association (TUCFA)
($1,800 CAD)
2011 Prairie Metropolis Centre, Conference Funding Award ($700 CAD)
2010 Government of Canada, Career Focus Funding for Small Businesses ($7680
CAD)
2008 - 2009 Queen Elizabeth II Scholarship for Doctoral Studies, University of Calgary
($15,000 CAD)
2008 British Educational Leadership, Management and Administration Society
(BELMAS), Birmingham, UK, Conference grant for an international doctoral
student. (£350 BPS)
2008 University of Calgary Academic Projects / Conference Fund (APCF) grant ($500)
2008 University of Calgary Graduate Conference Travel Grant ($1200 CAD)
2006 University of Calgary Graduate Conference Travel Grant ($1200 CAD)
2006 Canadian Society for the Study of Education (CSSE) graduate student conference
funding ($500)
2006 University of Calgary Graduate Studies Scholarship ($2050 CAD)
2005 - 2007 University of Calgary Graduate Research Assistantship for Doctoral
Students ($13,060 CAD per year for two years)
2005 - 2006 University of Calgary, Faculty of Education, Graduate Division of Educational
Research (FGS) Award ($6,915 CAD per year for two years)
2003 Mount Royal College, Faculty Development Committee conference funding
($500 CAD)
1995 University of Calgary, Department of French, Italian and Spanish travel funding
for research ($500 CAD)
1994 University of Calgary Graduate Conference Travel Grant ($500 CAD)
1993 - 1995 University of Calgary graduate teaching assistantship (Three awards over two
years)
1993 - 1994 University of Calgary graduate research assistantship
1993
Spanish Embassy Scholarship for Intensive Summer Program for Foreigners
1988 - 1990 Monsignor Murphy Bursary Scholarship, a scholarship awarded by Saint
Stephen’s Church, Halifax ($500 per year for three years)
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Awards and Accolades:
2016
2014
2012-2013
2011-2012
2009-2010
2005
2004
2003
2002
1998
1989
1989
1987
University of Calgary, Sessional Award for Teaching Excellence (nomination)
Werklund School of Education, University of Calgary, Teaching Excellence
Award
Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration, Pinnacle Award for excellence
in online education
Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration, Pinnacle Award for excellence
in online education, Honorable Mention
Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration, Pinnacle Award for excellence
in online education, Honorable Mention
University of Calgary Students’ Union Teaching Excellence Award (nomination)
Certificate of Appreciation for volunteer service - Connections Counseling and
Consulting Foundation
Certificate of Appreciation for volunteer service - Calgary Chamber of Commerce
Certificate of Appreciation for volunteer service - Calgary Police Service
Certificate of Appreciation for volunteer service - Calgary Catholic Immigration
Society
Saint Mary’s University Students’ Association Award of Merit
Joyce Marshall Hsia Memorial Poetry Prize, Saint Mary’s University, Honorable
Mention
Lieutenant Governor's Medal, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Memberships:
American Educational Research Association (AERA)
Canadian Association for the Study of Education (CSSE)
Canadian Association for Teacher Education (CATE)
Canadian Association of Second Language Teachers (CASLT)
Alberta Teachers of English as a Second Language (ATESL)
Teachers of English as a Second Language Canada (TESL Canada)
Smithsonian Institute, Washington, D.C.