Education and Experience.
M. LORETTA HOWARD, B.SC, M.ED, ED.D
Educational Leadership Accomplishments
Vision
Created and implemented academic vision, including divisional institutional analysis tools, quality assurance practices, faculty development processes, curricular innovation, eLearning strategy, and an applied research framework for a world-leading health science education and research institution.
Leadership
Creative and collaborative academic leader recognized for innovation, and results in creating strong 21st century learning-centered environments; dedicated to transforming teaching and learning practices.
Educational Technology
Developed and implemented a cross-institutional eLearning strategy; Realized enhancements in teaching and learning processes through the integration of new educational technologies including implementing a new learning management system (LMS) within a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) and introducing a classroom response system, a plagiarism detection service, and SMART board technologies.
Change Management
Led a comprehensive change process for a world-renowned health science institution from a traditional medical education model to a contemporary evidence–based, learning-centric and research-focused teaching and learning approach. Result: enhanced teaching and learning processes; a 27% increase in student satisfaction ratings; and a 68% faculty engagement rate, achieved grievance-free.
Quality Assurance | Accreditation
Developed and implemented detailed QA processes and internal/external audit practices to support regulatory body and ministerial accreditation, quality assessment and self-study, program, departmental, and institutional reviews, including site visits in several post-secondary institutions, leading to enhanced institutional analysis, improved program quality, greater faculty development, and increased student satisfaction.
Teaching Excellence
Created, implemented, and evaluated comprehensive faculty development and teacher education programs at several of Ontario’s post-secondary institutions, with a focus on evidenced- based teaching, technology-enabled learning, and applied research.
Developed and taught an extensive menu of courses in business, social sciences, adult education, leadership & change, achieving above-average reviews.
Program Development
Led the development of quality, market-driven programs for workplace, college, and university settings, ranging from informal programs to certificate, diploma, applied degree, and degree programming across the arts, business, social science, and health science disciplines.
Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
Enhanced institutional research capacity by providing applied research and Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) development; integrated support processes into faculty practice by modeling best practices, initiating applied research and SoTL activity, originating an annual Teaching and Learning conference, attaining grant funding and promoting communities of practice; Continually engage in ongoing research.
Education

Doctor of Education Degree
Ontario Institute for Studies in Education [OISE/UT], Adult Education, Leadership, Learning and Change
Master of Education Degree
Brock University, Adult Teaching and Learning; Curriculum Development and Evaluation
Bachelor of Science Degree
University of Toronto, Psychology; English
Experience

2015 – Present
Founder, Transformative Education, Toronto, Ontario.
Provide consulting, coaching, and training services and educational products that promote effective personnel and organizational development, support accreditation processes, increase program quality, enhance teacher education practice, boost professional development, and provide leadership development and change management strategy.
Selected Clients
- University of Toronto, Institute of Management and Innovation (IMI): Global Leadership Development
- Lambton College of Arts & Technology: Quality Assurance Auditor for Public-Private Partnership Programming
- Toronto Art Therapy Institute (TATI): Ministry Review
- Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM): Faculty Development; Program Development
- Ontario Chiropractic Association (OCA): Professional Development Program
- Peel Leadership Centre: Leadership Development of not-for-profit leaders
- Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC), North York, ON
- Ontario College Quality Assurance Service (OCQAS): Community College Auditor
2009 – 2015
Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC)
A non-profit, private, professional education organization, CMCC is a world leader in chiropractic education and research.
Director, Curriculum & Faculty Development (CFD)
Reporting to the VPA, led all CFD planning and administration functions to enhance program quality, teaching and learning processes, applied research activities and educational technologies across nine interdisciplinary undergraduate departments, four graduate departments, eight internal and external teaching clinics and a state-of-the-art simulation lab. Developed and maintained evidence-based quality assurance processes, aligned with regulatory and ministerial bodies, institutional goals and international standards. Contributed curriculum and faculty development functions to all regulatory and ministerial accreditation and self-study processes, as well as internal and external departmental/institutional reviews and site visits. Created and operationalized an eLearning strategy across the institution. Administered evidence-based faculty orientation, development, and teacher education processes to enhance teaching and research skills, support advancement and promote life-long learning.
2007 – 2009
Brock University, Faculty of Education, St. Catharines, ON
Manager, Program Development, Centre for Adult Education and Community Outreach (CAECO) Led curriculum review and program development processes as well as managed strategic planning, development, and budget processes to operationalize program redevelopment plans and initial rollout. Conducted and participated in collaborative academic research.
1990 – 2007
Sheridan Institute of Technology and Learning, Oakville, ON
Faculty Development Consultant, Office of the Vice President (2005-2007)
Curriculum/Program Consultant, Centre for Curriculum and Faculty Development (1996-2007)
Coordinator, Adult Education Program (1996-2004) Researcher/Writer, Office of the President (1995-1997)
Professor; Faculty Development Consultant; Curriculum Consultant (1990-2007)
Teaching | Consulting Experience (part time)

University of Toronto (UT), Toronto, ON
A public research university, UT was the first institution of higher learning in the colony of Upper Canada.
2006 – Present
Sessional Lecturer II, OISE/UT, Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education (LHAE) Sessional Lecturer I, Department of Management, UTM
Central Michigan University
2011-Present
Associate Member, Master of Arts in Education Program
Brock University, Faculty of Education, St. Catharines, Ontario
1994 – 2019
Adjunct Faculty, Graduate Studies; Site Facilitator, Bachelor of Education in Adult Education Program
Yorkville University, Fredericton, NB Your Path. Your Purpose. Your University.
2017-2019
Adjunct Faculty, Master of Adult Education and Master of Educational Leadership programs
Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC), North York, ON
2009 – 2015
A non-profit, private, professional education organization, CMCC is a world leader in chiropractic education and research.
Associate Professor, Graduate Education and Research Programs (GERP)
MLH Consulting, Toronto, ON
1990-2015
Transforming individual, team and organizational practice
Provided leadership, program, curriculum and faculty development processes and products to workplace settings and academic institutions. Selected clients: Honeywell Canada, University of Waterloo, Toronto Art Therapy Institute.
Scholarly and Professional Activities

Research Funding
- Guliano, D., Triano, J., Howard, L., McGregor, M. (2014). Enhanced learning of manipulation techniques using force-sensing tables. Higher Education Quality Council of Ontario (HEQCO). Project Funding: $55,000. http://www.heqco.ca/SiteCollectionDocuments/CMCC_Triano%20report.pdf
Papers in peer-refereed journals:
- Cox, J., McGregor, M., Guliano, D., and Howard, L. (2016). The impact of providing case-specific knowledge in simulation: A theory-based study of learning. BMJ Simulation & Technology Enhanced Learning. http://stel.bmj.com/content/early/2016/10/28/bmjstel-2016-000131.abstract
- Giuliano, D., McGregor, M., Howard, L., Taylor, R., Statz, R. Linka, M., and Bagnell, C. (2016). Manikin-based simulation: Online orientation and student anxiety. Journal of Chiropractic Education. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27479004.
- Starmer, D., Duquette, S. & Howard, L. (2015). Participation strategies and student performance: A case study. Journal of Chiropractic Medicine. http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26023893
- Howard, L. & Taber, N. (2010). Faculty development in community colleges: Challenges and opportunities in teaching the teachers. Brock Education Journal, 20(1), 34-48. http://www.ed.brocku.ca/ojs/index.php/brocked/article/viewFile/144/137.
- Taber, N., Howard, L. & Cope-Watson, G. (2010). Researcher subjectivities as a conceptual frame in collaborative research: How exploring the experiences of adult educators led to examining researcher lenses. Canadian Journal for the Study of Adult Education, 23(1), 39-54.
Published refereed conference proceedings (full papers)
- Howard, L., Triano, J., McGregor, M., & Giuliano, D. (2015). Education technology and psycho-motor skill development: Teacher thinking versus student thinking. Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC) Educational Conference. Las Vegas, NV.
- Triano, J., Giuliano, D., McGregor, M., & Howard, L. (2015). Effects of reflective practice on learning of defined manipulation performance parameters. Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC) Educational Conference. Las Vegas, NV.
- Howard, L. (2013). Teacher education: Shifting teacher thinking? Proceedings (C. Kawalilak, Ed.) of Canadian Association for Studies in Adult Education (CASAE) Conference. Victoria, BC: University of Victoria.
- Howard, L. (2012). Walking the talk: Applying adult education principles to influence change. Proceedings (S. Brigham, Ed.) of Canadian Association for Studies in Adult Education (CASAE) Conference. Kitchener, ON: Wilfred Laurier and Waterloo Universities.
- Taber, N., Abbey, S., Howard, L. & Watson, G. (2008). Lived experiences of adult educators: Paradoxes, ambiguities, and intersections. Proceedings (J. Groen & S. Guo, Eds.) of Canadian Association for the Study of Adult Education (CASAE) Conference. Vancouver: University of British Columbia.
Published refereed conference proceedings (abstracts)
- Azad, A. & Howard, L. (2018). Towards a model of business education for chiropractic. World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) Conference. London, UK.
- Howard, L. & Pierre, E. (2017). Teachers as leaders: Six gateways to transformation. The Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE) Conference. Halifax, NS.
- Howard, L., Way, S., Gaudaur, A., Szewczyk, A. Adu, A. Murtuza, N., Malik, S., & Mullings-Black, N. (2017).
- Gateways in higher education: Barriers and bridges enacting student development theory in practice. The Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE) Conference. Halifax, NS. M. Loretta Howard | 5
- Howard, L. & Pierre, E. (2016, June). Arts-informed approaches to teaching: Empowering learners, effecting change. The Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE) Conference. London, ON.
- Azad, A., Killinger, L, & Howard, L. (2015). Process and product: Using collaborative learning strategies to develop inter-professional collaboration. Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC) Educational Conference. Las Vegas, NV.
- Howard, L. (2015). Achieving creative harmony: Tuning into arts-based approaches to education development. The Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE) Conference. Vancouver, B C.
- Taylor, R. & Howard, L. (2015). Achieving harmony in eLearning development: A collaborative discussion. The Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE) Conference. Vancouver, B C.
- Azad, A. & Howard, L. (2014). Leading curricular change by restructuring a female care course at a chiropractic college: Where evidence-based clinical practice and evidence-based teaching meet. Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC) Educational Conference. Orlando, FL.
- Giuliano, D., Howard, L. Taylor, R., Statz, R., Linka, M. & Bagnell, C. (2014). Manikin-based simulation:
- Online orientation and student anxiety. International Society for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (ISSOTL) Conference. Quebec City, QC.
- Giuliano, D., Triano, J., McGregor, M. & Howard, L. (2014). Learning of manipulation techniques using forcesensing table technology (FSTT). International Society for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (ISSOTL) Conference. Quebec City, QC.
- Howard, L., Giuliano, D. Triano, J. & McGregor, M. (2014). Education technology and psycho-motor skill development: Teacher thinking Vs student thinking. International Society for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (ISSOTL) Conference. Quebec City, QC.
- Howard, L. & Pierre, E. (2014). Creating a learning-scape to explore digital, social, and mobile media in higher education today. International Higher Education Teaching and Learning (HETL) Conference. Anchorage, AK.
- Howard, L., Taylor, R. & Pierre, E. (2014). Transforming teaching and learning through reflective practice.
- Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE) Conference. Kingston, ON.
- Pierre, E. & Howard, L. (2014). Nurturing passion and creativity: An arts-based approach to education development. International Society for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (ISSOTL) Conference. Quebec City, QC.
- Taylor, R. & Howard, L. (2014). The transformation to eLearning: A collaborative discussion about lessons learned. The Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE) Conference. Kingston, ON.
- Howard, L. (2013). Crossing boundaries, building capacity and effecting educational change: A case study.
- Education Developers Council (EDC) Conference. Kitchener, ON: Wilfred Laurier University.
- Howard, L. & Pierre, E. (2013). Employing evidence-based teaching (EBT) strategies to create more effective learning spaces. International Higher Education Teaching and Learning (HETL) conference. Orlando, FL.
- Pierre, E. & Howard, L. (2013). Crossing boundaries: A visual conversation about education development.
- Education Developers Council (EDC) Conference. Kitchener, ON: Wilfred Laurier University.
- Sovak, G., McGregor, M., & Howard, L. (2013). Study guide drawings, learning style and student performance.
- World Federation of Chiropractic Congress. Durban, South Africa.
- Starmer, D., Duquette, S. & Howard, L. (2013). Participation strategies and student performance: A case study. Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC) Educational Conference. Washington, D.C.
- Giuliano, D., Triano, J. McGregor, M., & Howard, L. (2012). Perceptions of competence and confidence:
- Student-intern vs. faculty-clinician. International Society for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (ISSOTL) Conference. Hamilton, ON.
- Howard, L. (2013). Crossing boundaries, building capacity and effecting educational change: A case study.
- Education Developers Council (EDC) Conference. Kitchener, ON: Wilfred Laurier University. M. Loretta Howard | 6
- Howard, L. & Pierre, E. (2013). Employing evidence-based teaching (EBT) strategies to create more effective learning spaces. International Higher Education Teaching and Learning (IHETL) Conference. Orlando, FL.
- Pierre, E. & Howard, L. (2013). Crossing boundaries: A visual conversation about education development.
- Education Developers Council (EDC) Conference. Kitchener, ON: Wilfred Laurier University.
- Sovak, G., McGregor, M., & Howard, L. (2013). Study guide drawings, learning style and student performance.
- World Federation of Chiropractic Congress. Durban, South Africa.
- Starmer, D., Duquette, S. & Howard, L. (2013). Participation strategies and student performance: A case study. Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC) Educational Conference. Washington, D.C.
- Giuliano, D., Triano, J. McGregor, M., & Howard, L. (2012). Perceptions of competence and confidence: Student-intern vs. Faculty-clinician. International Society for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (ISSOTL) Conference. Hamilton, ON.
- Giuliano, D., Triano, J. McGregor, M., & Howard, L. (2012). Enhanced learning of manipulation techniques using force-sensing table technology (fstt): Intern vs. Clinician perceptions of skill competence. World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) Conference. Perth, AU.
- Howard, L. (2012). Integrating evidence-based teaching (EBT) strategies into health science curricula.
- International Conference for Educators in Complementary and Integrative Medicine (ICECEM). Washington, DC.
- Howard, L. & Pierre, E. (2012). Integrating theory and practice: Employing an emergent ID model to adapt face to face to online environments. International Society for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (ISSOTL) Conference. Hamilton, ON.
- Howard, L. (2011). From subject matter expert (sme) to educator of subject matter (esm): Shifting educator thinking. 1st International Conference for Faculty Development in the Health Professions. Toronto, ON.
- Howard, L. & Pierre, E. (2011). Evidence based teaching: Promoting deeper learning through active learning strategies. Opportunities and New Directions Conference. Waterloo, ON.
- Howard, L. & Pierre, E. (2010). Faculty development challenges + learning innovation = personal and organizational transformation. Learning College Summit. Phoenix, AZ.
- Pierre, E. & Howard, L. (2010). Aligning outcomes with assessment: Impact on curriculum, faculty, and administrators. Learning College Summit. Phoenix. AZ.
- Abbey, S., Howard, L., Taber, N. & Watson, G. (2008). Border crossings: Interactive conversations in a feminist work-space. Canadian Association for the Study of Women and Education (CASWE) Conference. Vancouver: University of British Columbia.
- Watson, G., Abbey, S., Howard, L. & Taber, N. (2008). Border crossings: Creating a feminist work space in the Academy. Canadian Women’s Studies Association (CWSA) Conference. Vancouver: University of British Columbia.
- Howard, L. & Pierre, E. (2006). Pedagogy & technology unite. League for Innovation in the Community College Conference. Oak Brook, IL.
- Howard, L. & Pierre, E. (2006). Engaging learners with technology. League for Innovation in the Community College Conference, Oak Brook, IL.
Research Supervision

- Takahashi, C. (2019) Applying Transformative Learning Theory to Nutrition Education for Weight Management. Yorkville University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies.
- Lambert, S. (2019). Implementation of the Growth Mindset in Inflexible Settings. Yorkville University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies.
- Miller, D. (2019). Project HOPE: Coaching Barriered/Marginalized Populations. Yorkville University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies.
- Seo, J. (2019). Flipping the LINC Classroom. Yorkville University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies.
- Mensah, J. (2019). Transformative Learning and the Necessity for a Transformed Educator:
- Findings from a Heuristic Inquiry. Yorkville University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies (2 nd reader).
- Harris, M. (2018). Is Informal Learning Replacing Accredited Learning in the Workplace? Yorkville University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies.
- Elyas, J. (2018). The Impact of Performance Measurement on Transformative Learning in the Workplace.
- Yorkville University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies (2 nd reader).
- Khomamizadeh, J. (2018). Characteristics of Adult Learners: Implications of Andragogy for Effective Teaching-Learning. Yorkville University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies (2 nd reader).
- Greco, S. (2018). Understanding the Anxiety an Adult Student Feels when Taking a Computer Courses.
- Yorkville University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies (2 nd reader).
- Faizalla, M. (2017). Learning difficulties for Chinese ESL students in Canada. Yorkville University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies.
- Cox (nee Dresser), J. (2015). The relationship between prior knowledge of the simulation scenario, student anxiety, preparation levels and perceived satisfaction of a Manikin simulation lab: A pilot study. Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC), Graduate Division.
- Bagnell, C., Linka, M., and Statz, R. (2014). Student anxiety in simulation learning. Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC), Undergraduate Division.
- Blaides, N. (2014). Educational Qualification without Suitable Employment: Exploring Personal Narratives of Immigrant Engineers. Brock University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies.
- Chang, L. (2013). Student vs. teacher perceptions of evaluation. Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC), Graduate Division.
- Johnson, J. and Vickers Manzin, J. (2013). A collaborative inquiry: Using collaborative reflective practice to examine knowledge transfer in nurse educators. Brock University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies.
- Vickers Manzin, J. and Johnson, J. (2013). A collaborative inquiry: Using collaborative reflective practice to examine knowledge transfer in nurse educators. Brock University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies.
- Cocco, A. (2012). Students’ perception of Workplace Essential Skills (WES) in the college context. Brock University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies. (M.Ed. thesis committee member)
- Samuels, J. (2012). The benefits and challenges of using humour in facilitation and job coaching of adults with barriers to employment. Brock University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies.
- Samuels, J. (2011). The benefits and challenges of using humour in facilitation and job coaching of adults with barriers to employment at a non-profit community organization. Brock University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies (Independent study).
- Dahdal, C. (2009). From one teacher to another: Reflecting on English language learners in the mainstream classroom. Brock University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies.
- Douglas, P. (2009). Teacher response to the change process. Brock University Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies.
- Dymond, H. (2009) Teaching and learning place value through problem solving in the early grades.
- Brock University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies. M. Loretta Howard | 8
- Hayward, K. (2008). Digital multi-tasking in the mobile classroom: An exploration of the relationship between teaching and learning in higher education. Brock University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies.
- O’Driscoll, K. (2008). Creating a culture of learning. Brock University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies.
- Schultz, A. (2008). TCDSB Continuing education guide for administrators, teachers, and students.
- Brock University, Faculty of Education, Graduate Studies.
- Robinson, C. 2007. The nesting space: Parenting, community, and wellness education. OISE/UT, Graduate Studies.
Professional Memberships

Canadian Association for the Study of Adult Education (CASAE)
Canadian Initiative for Distance Education Research (CIDER)
Canadian Society for the Study of Education (CSSE)
Council of Ontario Educational Developers (COED) Education Developers Caucus (EDC)
Educause International Society for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (ISSOTL)
Ontario Education Developers Caucus (OEDC)
Professional and Organizational Development Network in Higher Education (POD)
Society for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE)
Graduate and Undergraduate Teaching Menu

University of Toronto
Sessional Lecturer II 2006-Present OISE/UT, Department of Leadership, Higher and Adult Education (LHAE); DoM, UTM
- AEC1108: Introduction to Adult Learning
- LHA 1150: Critical Perspectives on Organizational
- LHA1185: Leadership in Organizations Change
- LHA1100: Introduction to Adult Education LHA
- MGT 363: Organization Design
- 1101: Program Planning
- MGT 417: Communication & Professional
- LHA1108: Adult Learning Theories Development
- LHA 1110: Approaches to Teaching Adults
- TPS 1804: Health Science & Medical Professions Education Issues
Central Michigan University
Associate Member, Master of Arts degree in Education 2011-Present
- EDL680: Foundations of Teaching in Higher
- EDU660: Research in Educational Leadership Education
- EDU 662: Applied Educational Measurement
- EDL 751: Program Evaluation & Review and Evaluation
- EDL 575: Student Development Theory
Yorkville University: Adjunct Faculty
2017-2019
Master of Education/Adult Education; Master of Educational Leadership programs
- EDAE 63o3: Contexts of Adult Education
- EDUC 6363: Diversity and Adult Education
- EDEL 6043: Learning and Organizations
- EDEL/EDUC 7016: Major Academic Report
- EDEL6143: Transformation and Change
- EDEL 6193: Diversity and Leadership
Brock University: Associate Member Faculty of Education (FoE)
Graduate & Undergraduate Studies
- ADED4F04: Introduction to Adult Learning
- EDUC5P85: Reflective Practice
- ADED4F05: Designing Instruction for Adult
- EDUC5P62: Politics, Power and Policy
1994 – 2018
Learners in Education
- ADED4F06: Facilitating Adult Learning
- EDUC5P63: Accountability in Education
- ADED4F07: Understanding Organizations and
- EDUC5P72: Effecting Change in Organizations
Leadership in AE
- EDUC5P92: Introduction to Educational
- ADED4F08: Moving forward in Adult Research
Education
- EDUC5P98: Independent Research
Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC)
Associate Professor, Graduate Education
- GS 502: Teaching and Learning Methodologies CMCC Teacher Education Program
Sheridan College: Professor
- EDUC77001: Creating a Positive Learning
2009-2015
1990-2007
Environment: Introduction to Adult Learning
- EDUC77002: Curriculum Planning and Design
- EDUC77003: Instructional Strategies
- EDUC77004: Overview of Assessment &
- EDUC77005 Portfolio Review and Practicum
- EDUC77006 Trends and Issues in Adult Learning
- HUMN16693G: Human Relations
- SOCS1737: Introduction to Research Methods Evaluation