Curriculum Vita

CURRICULUM VITA

J. Kenneth Young, Ph. D. [email protected]

EDUCATION

2008 Ph.D., Educational Psychology, Baylor University, Waco, TX. Dissertation: Individual Differences as Predictors of Accidents in Early Adulthood. Chair: Professor A. Alexander Beaujean.

1999 M.Div., Theology, George W. Truett Seminary, Baylor University, Waco, TX. Graduated Cum Laude.

1991 B.S., Church Ministries, Specialization in Youth, Southwestern Assemblies of God University, Waxahachie, TX.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Fall 2015-Present Associate Professor (Center for Doctoral Studies in Educational Leadership, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX). Tenured graduate faculty for doctoral program in educational leadership.

Spring 2009- 2015 Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership (Center for Doctoral Studies in Educational Leadership, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX). Tenure track graduate faculty for doctoral program in educational leadership.

Spring 2010-Present Adjunct Professor (Baylor School of Social Work, Baylor University, Waco, TX). Taught undergraduate statistics to social work students.

2008-2010 Adjunct Professor (LEAD, University of Mary-Hardin Baylor, Belton, TX). Taught doctoral classes in educational leadership program.

2007-2008 Graduate Student: Media Center Assistant (School of Education Media Center, Baylor University, Waco, TX). Provide computer and multimedia technical support to faculty and student body in Baylor School of Education. Facilitate training and support for student electronic portfolios.

2004-2007 Graduate Student: Evaluation Project Coordinator (Baylor Evaluation Services Center, Baylor University, Waco, TX). Responsible for designing and implementing program evaluations, writing and presenting

Young CV (Rev. 10/31/17)-page 1 of 15 evaluation reports to constituents, developing qualitative and quantitative instruments for use in evaluations, disseminating findings to appropriate outlets. Skilled in both qualitative and quantitative methods of program evaluation and possess strong written and verbal communication skills.

2003-2004 Men’s Program Coordinator (Carenet Pregnancy Center of Central Texas, Waco, TX). Counseled/mentored birth fathers at pregnancy center and assisted birth fathers in setting educational and vocational goals.

1991-2003 Minister. Responsible for weekly sermon preparation and delivery, organizing weekly worship services, preparing for and teaching religious classes weekly, providing primary oversight and leadership to paid staff and volunteer leadership. Skilled in conflict resolution, pastoral counseling/spiritual direction, and developing relationships with various faith-based organizations within the community.

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

DOCTORAL LEVEL MODALITY Leadership Dynamics of Educational Leadership F2F Leadership Theories & Ethics F2F Organizational Change F2F Field-based Internship F2F

Teaching/Instruction Adult Learning Theories F2F, Hybrid, Online

Research Scholarly Writing I & II F2F, Hybrid, Online Quantitative Research I & 2 F2F, Hybrid, Online Advanced Quantitative Methods F2F Qualitative Research Methods F2F, Hybrid, Online Dissertation I-IV F2F, Hybrid, Online Doctoral Research Seminar (Baylor School of Social Work) F2F Experimental Design & Research Methods I (UMHB) F2F Experimental Design & Research Methods II (UMHB) F2F

Diversity/Multicultural Cultural Influences on American Education F2F Diverse Learners F2F Diversity in Learning (UMHB) F2F

MASTERS LEVEL Research Social Work Research Seminar I & II (Baylor School of Social Work) F2F, Online

Young CV (Rev. 10/31/17)-page 2 of 15 Measurement & Evaluation (TA, Baylor School of Education) F2F

Teaching/Instruction Schools as Learning Communities Online The Learning Process Online Human Growth & Development (TA, Baylor School of Education) F2F

UNDERGRADUATE LEVEL Research Statistics for Social Workers (Baylor School of Social Work) F2F

NON-UNIVERSITY Substitute Teacher: Waco Baptist Academy, Waco, TX (2000-2012) Substitute teacher for private PK-8 school. Taught variety of subjects and grade levels.

Covenant Group Leader: George W. Truett Seminary, Baylor University, Waco, TX (2003-2004) Instructed and led seminary students in spiritual formation practices, as well as facilitated discussions regarding spiritual practices.

Academic Mentor: Baylor University, Waco, TX (1998-1999) Mentored students who were on academic probation; topics included how to achieve good study habits, working with academic departments, and getting assistance from university accommodation center.

ADMINISTRATIVE EXPERIENCE

UNIVERSITY LEVEL • Provided council to Provost about faculty, staff, and student support immediately following hurricane Harvey. • Established network of support systems between various entities at Lamar University and the surrounding communities in the aftermath of hurricane Harvey.

COLLEGE LEVEL • Developed and administered Faculty Research Interest Survey to facilitate collaborative research in the College of Education at Lamar University. • Assisted in the development of mental health resources for faculty, staff, and students following hurricane Harvey. • Led nomination and election processes for Faculty Senate representatives and university councils/committees. • Assisted in the development of the college evaluation committee. • Addressed student issues associated with course/program performance. • Developed writing accountability group with College of Education faculty. • Co-wrote positon paper for online doctoral education prior to proposing an online doctoral program to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. • Co-wrote Lamar University’s proposal to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board seeking approval for online doctoral program in educational leadership.

DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM LEVEL

Young CV (Rev. 10/31/17)-page 3 of 15 • Served as a liaison between the master’s program in educational leadership at Lamar University and students in Central Texas area. • Instrumental in developing the online doctoral program at Lamar University. • Collaboratively developed and implemented a leadership conference for doctoral students. • Developed and implemented strategic planning process for doctoral program in educational leadership to focus on global competency. • Developed and implemented evaluation process for doctoral program. • Developed new student orientation for doctoral program in educational leadership. • Developed and implemented new faculty mentoring for teaching, research, and service. • Developed various policies for doctoral program. • Developed alternatives to traditional dissertation process for Ed. D. • Developed and led the adoption process of new admissions criteria for the doctoral program in educational leadership at Lamar University. • Served as primary contact and decision maker for doctoral students in the hybrid program. • Recommended and developed the process for an annual dissertation award for students in the Center for Doctoral Studies in Educational Leadership program.

SERVICE

UNIVERSITY • Graduate Faculty Review Committee (2017-2019) • Faculty Senate (2014-2018) o Executive Committee (2017-2018) o Faculty Issues Committee (Co-Chair; 2017-2018) o Research and Development Committee (Co-Chair; 2014-2017) • SACs QEP Subcommittee (2017-2019) • SACs Faculty Committee (2017-2019) • University Athletic Council (2015-2016) • University Scholar Nomination Committee (2015) • Distinguished Faculty Fellowship (Research/Creative Activity) Committee (2014-2015) • Distinguished Faculty Fellowship (Teaching) Committee (2014-2015) • University Research Committee (2012-2014) • University Institutional Review Board (2012-Present) • Salary Administration Review Committee (2011-2013)

COLLEGE • Strategic Planning Committee (2017-2018) o Scholarship Task Force Sub-Committee (2017-2018) o Personnel Committee (2018) • Commencement Planning Committee (2014-Present) • Faculty Marshal for Commencement (2009-Present) • Search Committees o Chair of Teacher Education Department (Chair; 2015) o Counseling Faculty (2010) o Educational Leadership Faculty (chair and committee; multiple years) • Online Operations Committee (2016) • Merit Award Committee (2016) • Newsletter Committee (2014-2016) • Educator Preparation Council (2012-2014) • Conn Chair for Gifted Education 3rd Year Review Committee (2011) • NCATE/CAEP Committee (2010-Present) o Selected Improvement Sub-Committee (Co-chair; 2016) • Online Doctorate Task Force (2009)

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DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM • Doctoral Program Admissions Committee (2009-Present) • Educational Leadership representative for the College of Education Assessment Steering Committee (2014-2017) • Doctoral Program Evaluation Committee (Chair; 2010-2017) • Department Personnel Committee (2015-2016) • Dissertation Methodology Quality Control (2014-2016) • Leadership U Steering Committee (2014) • E. Jane Irons Dissertation Award Committee (2013) • SACs Assessment Coordinator for Doctoral Program (2011-2017) • E. Jane Irons Dissertation Award development committee (Chair; 2011) • Writing Sample Scoring Rubric Committee for doctoral program admissions (Chair; 2010) • Developed Admissions Interview Scoring Rubric for Center for Doctoral Studies in Educational Leadership (2010) • Electronic Portfolio Committee (Chair; 2009-2010) • Attendance Policy Committee (2009) • Developed Statistics Comprehensive Exam (Leadership & Educational Administration (LEAD), University of Mary Hardin-Baylor; 2009-2011) • Dissertation Committee (Leadership & Educational Administration (LEAD), University of Mary Hardin-Baylor; 2009-2010)

PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS Southwest Educational Research Association • Set-up and co-hosted monthly webinars (2015-Present) • Board Member (2015-2018) • A/V chair for annual conference (2014-2018) • Program co-chair for Division I: Educational Administration, Policy, Leadership and Program Evaluation (2013-Present) • Discussant/reviewer for Conference (2011-Present)

National Council of Professors of Educational Administration • NCPEA Morphet Dissertation Award Co-Chair (2013-Present) • Assistant Editor of Education Leadership Review (2016-Present)

Ad hoc Reviewer • NASSP Bulletin (2012-Present) • National Council of Professors of Educational Administration journals (2009-2016) • Frontiers in Psychology & Measurement Journal (2010-Present). • Journal for Research in Mathematics Education (2006-Present). • Teacher Development (2009-Present)

COMMUNITY Community • Lead weekly Bible study. • Assisted with church youth events. • Member of Martin Luther King, Jr. Support Group (Port Arthur, TX) • Served Thanksgiving lunch at Hospitality Center (Port Arthur, TX) • Chapel Speaker (Waco Baptist Academy, Waco, TX) • Group Facilitator for Boy Scout Meeting (BSA Troop 308, Waco, TX)

Schools • Panther Pit Dad (assist with Midway High School football inflatable at football games).

Young CV (Rev. 10/31/17)-page 5 of 15 • Assist with Midway High School drill team as needed. • Elementary Science Fair Judge (Woodway Elementary, Woodway, TX) • Volunteer service for Midway Middle School choir concert. • Volunteer service for Midway High School athletics booster club. • Beaumont ISD Special Accreditation Committee (Beaumont ISD, Beaumont, TX) • Concession stand volunteer (Midway High School, Hewitt, TX.) • Library volunteer (Woodway Elementary, Woodway, TX) • 4th grade field trip chaperone (Woodway Elementary, Woodway, TX) • Fifth grade traveling classroom chaperone (Waco Baptist Academy, Waco, TX) • Seventh grade traveling classroom chaperone (Waco Baptist Academy, Waco, TX) • Cook for jr. high field day (Waco Baptist Academy, Waco, TX) • School Consultant (Texas Christian Academy, Waco, TX) • Auctioneer for school fundraiser (Waco Baptist Academy, Waco, TX) • Bullying policy committee (Waco Baptist Academy, Waco, TX) • Substitute teacher (Waco Baptist Academy, Waco, TX)

DISSERTATION SERVICE (* indicates committee chair; ★ indicates co-chair/new faculty mentor) Able, B. (2011). The impact of a computer based math instruction program on fifth grade student academic performance on the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills in one school district. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Adams-Molina, G. (2015). Correlational study of planned behavior and pk-12 teachers’ adoption of digital resources in four Texas school districts. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Arric, L. (2011). Balancing multiple roles: Women’s perceived stressors and support systems while pursuing an online graduate degree. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Asteris, M. (2012). An experimental study of interventions for the acquisition and retention of motivational interviewing skills among probation officers. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Barnes, M. (2011). Meeting the needs of undergraduate veterans: A study of institutional preparedness among postsecondary institutions in Texas. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Baudry, V. (2010). The impact of teacher’s learning styles on 6th through 12th grade students’ academic achievement. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Beniot, S. (2012). An exploratory study of the experiences of undergraduate students seeking peer- tutoring university resources at a four-year public university. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

★Bryan, P. (2014). A phenomenological study of the lived experiences of digital natives in a fully online master’s degree program. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Causey, A. (2012). The impact of perceived relationships on at-risk students’ academic achievement in

Young CV (Rev. 10/31/17)-page 6 of 15 algebra. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Coppersmith, M. (2011). Effects of year-round education on Texas middle school performance. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Cubacub, M. (2013). The attitudes and effective practices of secondary teachers who work with newly immigrated Hispanic students. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Cummings, C. (2012). A study of technology leadership among elementary principals in a suburban Texas independent school district Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Cummings, K. (2011). The relationship between teachers’ sense of efficacy and their perceived use of research-based instructional strategies. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Dickens, A. (2011). Investigating the lived experiences of community college students enrolled in developmental reading courses. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Dickens, D. (2011). Measuring adjunct instructor job satisfaction by using Herzberg’s Motivational and Hygiene Factors. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Elza, S. (2014). Investigation of successful athletic directors and their experiences with leadership and ethical practice. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Gerhart, L. (2010). The relationship between oral language proficiency and student perceptions of exposure and motivation in a traditional Spanish classroom. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Gill, W. C. (2014). A hermeneutic phenomenological study exploring the emotional labor experiences of clergy. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Gonzales, K. (2015). The power of words: A bounded study case study of teacher use of mathematical vocabulary. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Hargett-Neshyba, R. M. (2014). An examination of the relationship between emotional intelligence and transformational leadership of Texas superintendents. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Hill, N. (2014). When the ethical foundation crumbles: A case study of one district’s response, recovery, and rebuilding. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Hebert, A. (2014). High school English teachers’ experiences and practices in the implementation of the springboard curriculum. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Husband, C. (2015). An investigation of the relationship between student employment and on- time graduation. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Iles, A. (2013). One Texas elementary school’s successful response to intervention program: Case study. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

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*Juneau, L. (2014). Program evaluation: Accelerating retained students. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Kail, E. (2015). Internal communication: Effectiveness in a Texas public school district. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Keeling-Olsen, L. (2010). Assessing emergency-notification participation at a Central Texas community college for instances of school violence. University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, Belton, TX.

Keeney, H. (2015). The effects of student-centered learning constructs on student satisfaction in online courses. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Kieschnick, S. (2012). An investigation of digital immigrants’ perceived challenges and support systems while enrolled in an online graduate degree program. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Khoshlessan, R. (2013). An investigation on student perceptions of instructors’ usage of active learning techniques and the level of study anxiety in international students. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Mannino, G. (2013). Professional development: Identifying effective instructional coaching activities. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Mays, W. (2015). A correlational study of the relationship between individual attributes and online course completion at a rural community college in Texas. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*McCord, J. M. (2014). An examination of self-perceived Transformational Leadership of Texas superintendents and high school graduation rates. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Msengi, C. (2012). An examination of socio-demographic factors and their influence on the health behaviors among international students in the Texas State System. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Musil, B. (2010). Perceptions of essential skills for community college presidents and educational leadership doctoral programs. University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, Belton, TX.

Nelson, C. (2010). Principals’ and teachers’ perspectives on effective leadership activities in high-poverty middle schools in Texas. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Noyola, T. (2012). The lived experiences of five undocumented Hispanic students in higher education. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX. Ogea, A. (2010). Student perceptions of school attendance at alternative high schools in Texas. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Pack, J. (2013). A phenomenological study of the academic and social experiences of successful eighth

Young CV (Rev. 10/31/17)-page 8 of 15 grade students who experienced fifth grade retention. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Pertrzelka, V. (2012). An ethnographic case study of the professional development model in a successful elementary school within a suburban southeast Texas school district. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Pollock, L. (2013). Square pegs in round holes: Montessori principals’ perceptions of science education in Texas public schools. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Portie, J. (2009). Investigation of pre-service support for student teachers. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

★Ryan, S. (2014). Exploring the utilization of a non-educational collaborative exercise to boost teacher morale on campus. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Sethna, B. (2011). Use of qualitative research methods for institutional accountability at two- year colleges in Texas. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Shuman, J. (2011). Perceived contributing factors that increased black student scores on accountability measures and narrowed the achievement gap between black and white populations at one high performing high school. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Snyder, S. (2013). A phenomenological study of how high school Advanced Placement classes prepared first generation college students for postsecondary education. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Spicer-Runnels, A. (2013). An examination of the influence of social and academic integration on multiracial college student persistence. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Tabor, B. (2012). Virtual learning environments: A phenomenological study of rural k-12 public schools. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Thomas, L. (2014). The impact of youth camp experiences on the self-efficacy, identity, and social skills for deaf and hard of hearing adolescents: A mixed-method study. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

*Valdez, D. (2012). An examination of student satisfaction levels and perceptions of dual credit and advanced placement courses. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Weber, T. (2012). The influences of teachers’ experiences on the perceptions of teaching English language learners framed within Mezirow’s transformative learning theory. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Welborn, R. (2015). An investigation of the experiences of military veterans’ transition into community college. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Young CV (Rev. 10/31/17)-page 9 of 15 Whitley, C. (2010). An examination of faculty perceptions regarding teacher dispositions in Texas colleges and universities. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Wilson, R. (2013). A phenomenological narrative study of Texas school district administrators’ perspectives of their districts’ virtual school. Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

SCHOLARSHIP

PRESENTATIONS (ùindicates work with students) International Conferences ùAsteris, M., & Young, J. K. (2012). An experimental study of interventions for the acquisition and retention of Motivational Interviewing skills among probation officers. Poster presentation at the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) Conference, Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Young, J. K., & Beaujean, A. A. (2008, December). Individual differences as predictors of accidents in early adulthood. Poster session at the Ninth Annual Conference of the International Society for Intelligence Research, Decatur, GA.

National Conferences ùAbshire, S. R., Cumming, C. D., Mason, D. R., Abernathy, L. K., & Young, K. (2013). PK-12 teacher used of web 2.0 tools. Paper Presented at the National Social Science Association Meeting, Albuquerque, NM.

ùCummings, C., Mixon, J., Young, K. (2012). A study of technology leadership among elementary principals in a suburban Texas independent school district. Paper accepted for presentation at the National Council of Professors of Educational Administration conference, Kansas City, MO.

Mixon, J., Shelton, K., & Young, J. K. (2012). An andragogical explosion: The transference of learned experiences through an online Ed. D. program into effective school leadership. Paper accepted for presentation at the National Council of Professors of Educational Administration conference, Kansas City, MO.

Young, J. K., Harris, S., & Mullen, C. A. (2012). Mentoring doctoral students in an educational leadership program. Paper accepted for presentation at the National Council of Professors of Educational Administration conference, Kansas City, MO.

Young, J. K., Mullen, C. A., & Harris, S. (2011, August). Social justice as cultural conversation within covenant communities. Paper presented at the National Council of Professors of Educational Administration conference, Portland, OR (was not able to attend due to budget cuts).

ùArric, L., Young, K., Harris, S., & Farrow, V. (2010, October). An analysis of stress levels of female graduate students in an online program. Paper presented at the Research on Women and Education conference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

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Young, J. K., Larsen, D., Mixon, J., & Irons, J. (2010, October). The relationship of ethics courses in principal preparation programs and ethical school leadership policies, practices, and programs. Paper presented at the National Social Science Association Fall Professional Development Meeting, Reno, NV.

Young, J. K., Mixon, J., & Irons, J. (2010, August). Practicing what is preached: The relationship of school leadership practices and the emphasis of ethics within principal preparation programs. Paper accepted for presentation at the National Council of Professors of Educational Administration conference, Washington D.C. (did not attend due to cuts in travel budget)

Young, J. K., Mixon, J., & Irons, J. (2010, March). Principals’ perceptions of the influence of ethics content in leadership preparation. Paper session at The National Technology and Social Science Conference, Las Vegas, NV.

Young, J. K., & Beaujean, A. A. (2009, February). Can psychological measures predict accidents in early adulthood? A cognitive epidemiology study. Paper session at the annual meeting of the Southwest Educational Research Association, South Padre Island, TX.

Regional Conferences Young, J. K., Hinerman, K., O’Connor, J., & Welch, B. (2017). A roundtable discussion of training and collaboration experiences with synchronous and asynchronous tools. Roundtable discussion at the 2017 Digital Ticket Conference, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

ùYoung, J. K., Hinerman, K, O’Connor, J., Waters, D., & Arterbury, E. (2017). The relationship between superintendent personality factors and school district attributes. Presentation at the 2017 Lamar University Education Research Conference, Beaumont, TX.

ùWaters, D., & Young, J. K. (2017). A correlational study of the relationship between personality factors and occupational attributes of superintendents in Texas. Presentation at the 40th Annual Meeting of the Southwest Educational Research Association, San Antonio, TX.

Welch, B., LaFargue, S., O’Connor, J., & Young, J. K. (2017). Promoting proactive, empowered school counselors to address at-risk student needs. Presentation at the 2017 TCPEA Midwinter Conference-Within-A Conference, Austin, TX.

ùKeeney, H., Shelton, K., Young, K., & Mason, D. (2016). The effects of student-centered learning constructs on student satisfaction in online courses. Presentation at the 39th Annual Meeting of the Southwest Educational Research Association, New Orleans, LA.

Young, J. K., & Pember, C. (2015). Maximizing adobe connect for synchronous online learning. Presentation at the Digital Ticket Online Learning Conference, Beaumont, TX.

Young CV (Rev. 10/31/17)-page 11 of 15 ùSkidmore, S., Martirosyan, N. M., Saxon, D. P., Young, K., Covert, S., Hill, N., Mannino, G., & Selman, M. L. (2015). Facilitating student learning in a fully online environment: Best practices. Roundtable discussion at the 38th Annual Meeting of the Southwest Educational Research Association, San Antonio, TX.

Shelton, K., Mixon, J., & Young, J. K. (2012, May). Tips and tricks for teaching online. Paper session at the Digital Ticket Online Learning Conference, Beaumont, TX.

Benavides, R., Creel, J., Nicks, R., Stephens, L., Mixon, J., & Young, K. (2010, March). The transition from traditional, face-to-face courses to online courses taught in the Lamar University department of educational leadership. Paper session at the Lamar University Educational Research Conference, Beaumont, TX.

Beaujean, A. A., & Young, J. K. (2010, April). Measuring personality in the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent Health. Poster session for the Southwest Psychological Association convention, Dallas, TX.

Young, J. K., Mixon, J., Irons, J, Arterbury, E., Crawford, C., & Larson, D. (2010, March). Practicing what is preached: The relationship of school leadership practices and the emphasis of ethics within principal preparation programs. Paper session at The Lamar University Education Research Conference, Beaumont, TX.

Workshops/ Symposia Young, J. K., & Harris, S. (2017). Scholarly teaching & the scholarship of teaching: How to improve what you do and contribute too! Workshop presentation at the 2017 Provost Kick-Off, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX.

Young, J. K. (2008, April). Model(ing) performance: Intelligence as a predictor of accidents in early adulthood. Presentation at the 10th Annual Educational Psychology Graduate Symposium, Baylor, University, Waco, TX.

Beaujean, A. A., & Young, J. K. (2007, Fall). Propensity scores in educational research. Presentation at Colloquiums on Quasi-Experimental Designs for Educational Research, Waco, TX.

Young, J. K. (2006, Fall). The use of OERL resources for educational evaluation. Presentation for Faculty-Graduate Student Breakfast, Waco, TX.

PUBLICATIONS (ùindicates work with current or former students; ‡indicates peer-reviewed; # indicates invited publications) Book Chapters ùMays, W., Young, J. K., Harris, S., Mason, D. (2015). The relationship between individual attributes and online course completion: A correlational study at a Texas rural community

Young CV (Rev. 10/31/17)-page 12 of 15 college. Handbook of research on building, growing, and sustaining quality e-learning programs. Hershey, PA.: IGI-Global Publishers.

Skidmore, S. T., Martirosyan, N. M., Saxon, D. P., & Young, J. K. (2015). Technology tools and learner interactions in online graduate educational leadership preparation programs. In V. Vaughn, G. Miller, & Y. Oliveras (Eds.), Preparing future ready education leaders through globalized online learning. NCPEA Publications.

# Young, J. K. (2015). Case review: The safe environment. In L. Sadeghi & K. Callahan (Eds.), Educational leadership in action: A casebook for aspiring leaders. Taylor & Francis Publishing.

ù‡ Cummings, K., Mixon, J., Young, K., & Vornberg, J. (2014). Systematic approach to educational accountability: Balancing national and state standards, programs, and procedures. In J. Vornberg & W. Hickey (Eds.), Texas public school organization and administration: 2014 (14th ed.). Dubuque, IA: Kendall Hunt Publishing.

ù‡ Msengi, C., Young, J. K., & Msengi, I. (2014). Health status and health promotion behaviors of international students in the Texas State University system. In S. Harris & J. R. Mixon (Eds.), Building cultural community through global educational leadership. Ypsilanti, MI: NCPEA Publications.

‡ Mullen, C. A., Young, J. K., & Harris, S. (2014). Cultural dialogue as social justice advocacy within and beyond university classrooms. In I. Bogotch & C. Shields (Eds.) International handbook of educational leadership and social [in]justice (pp.1145-1168, vol. 2). New York, NY: Springer Publishing.

‡ Young, J. K., Mullen, C. A., & Harris, S. (2013). Intentional cultural conversations with educational leadership doctoral students and alumni. In S. Harris & S. Edmonson (Eds.), Critical social justice issues for school practitioners. Ypsilanti, MI: NCPEA Publications.

‡ Mixon, J., Young, K., & Vornberg, J. (2012). Systematic approach to educational accountability: Balancing national and state standards, programs, and procedures. In J. Vornberg, W. Hickey, & A. Borgemenke (Eds.), Texas public school organization and administration: 2011 (13th ed.). Dubuque, IA: Kendall Hunt Publishing.

ù‡ Shuman, J., Harris, S., Young, J. K., & Nicks, R. (2012). Factors that increased black student scores and narrowed the achievement gap at one high performing high school. In G. Perreault & Luana Zellner (Eds.) Social justice, competition, and quality: 21st Century leadership challenges. The 2012 yearbook of the National Council of Professors of Educational Administration (pp. 171-183). United States of America: NCPEA Publications.

Young CV (Rev. 10/31/17)-page 13 of 15 Young, J. K., & Harris, S. (2012). Mentoring doctoral students in educational leadership programs. In S. J. Fletcher & C. A. Mullen (Eds), The SAGE handbook of mentoring and coaching in education. Thousand Oaks, CA:SAGE Publishers.

Refereed Journals ùAbshire, S. R., Cumming, C. D., Mason, D. R., Abernathy, L. K., & Young, K. (2014). PK-12 teacher used of web 2.0 tools. National Social Sciences and Technology Journal.

ùArric, L., Young, K., Harris, S., & Farrow, V. (2011). An analysis of stress levels of female graduate students in an online program, Advancing Women in Leadership, 31, 144-152.

‡ Young, J. K., & Beaujean, A. A. (2011). Measuring personality in the National Longitudinal Study of Adolescent Health. Frontiers in Psychology and Quantitative Measurement, 2(158). doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2011.00158.

‡ Young, J. K., Larsen, D., & Mixon, J. (2011). The relationship of ethics courses in principal preparation programs and ethical school leadership policies, practices, and programs. Education Leadership Review, 12(2). Retrieved from http://cnx.org/content/m40866/latest/

Mixon, J. R., Harris, S., & Young, J. K. (2010). Educator and stakeholder critical issues in a democracy. Learning for Democracy, 3(3), 154-162.

Conference Proceedings ‡ Welch, B., Lafargue, S., O’Connor, J., & Young, J. K. (2017). Promoting proactive, empowered school counselors to address at-risk student needs. Proceedings of the TCPEA Conference within a Conference TASA Midwinter, 2(1).

Young, J. K., Mixon, J. R., & Irons, J. (2010). Principals’ perceptions of the influence of ethics content in leadership preparation. Proceedings of the 2010 Spring National Social Sciences Association Conference.

Technical Reports/ White Papers Young, J. K., & Hull, D. (2011, September). McLennan Community College Title III grant: 2010-2011 evaluation report. Waco, TX: North Texas Evaluation Center.

Young, J. K., & Hull, D. (2010, September). McLennan Community College Title III grant: 2009-2010 evaluation report. Waco, TX: North Texas Evaluation Center.

Young, J. K., & Mixon, J. R. (2009, November). Quality doctoral education: Measures and models. Report of the Online Doctoral Task Force. Beaumont, TX: Lamar University.

Young, J. K., & Hull, D. (2009, September). McLennan Community College Title III grant: 2008-2009 evaluation report. Waco, TX: North Texas Evaluation Center.

Young CV (Rev. 10/31/17)-page 14 of 15 Young, J. K., & Hull, D. (2008, December). McLennan Community College Title III grant: 2007-2008 evaluation report. Waco, TX: North Texas Evaluation Center.

Young, J. K., & Hull, D. (2007, June). CORD Algebra 1: Mathematics in Context curriculum evaluation report. Waco, TX: CORD Communications.

Young, J. K., & Hull, D. (2007, March). Midway high school Smaller Learning Communities implementation grant evaluation report: Student level data. Waco, TX: Midway ISD.

Young, J. K., & Hull, D. (2006, April). A retrospective evaluation of the instructional effectiveness of CORD Algebra I Curriculum: Phase I. Waco, TX: CORD Communications.

Young, J. K., Hull, D., & Meyers, A.E. (2006, February). Midway high school SLC implementation grant evaluation May 2005-February 2006. Waco, TX: Midway ISD.

Journal Special Issue Editorship Harris, S., & Young, J. K. (eds.). (2009, Fall). Educational leadership and democratic schools [Special issue]. Learning for Democracy: An International Journal of Thought and Practice.

Grants Young, J. K., & Hinerman, K. (2017). A pilot study of the hiring practices in public education survey. REG Grant for Creative Works, Lamar University, Beaumont, TX. Submitted for $5000 (Not Funded)

Young, J. K., & Stone, M. (2005). Federal HUD grant for Waco Community Development Corporation. Funded for $32, 621.

Young, J. K. (2005). Lowes Foundation grant for Waco Community Development Corporation. Funded for $5000.

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS INTERNATIONAL • International Society for Intelligence Research (past member)

NATIONAL • American Education Research Association (past member) • National Council of Professors of Educational Administration • National Social Science Association

REGIONAL • Texas Council of Professors of Educational Administration (past member) • Southwest Educational Research Association • Southwestern Psychological Association (past member)

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