Edward C. Bowen

Ed oversees the creation and distribution of high-quality, technology-based distance learning products and services to students and educational institutions worldwide. Prior to this, he served as the executive dean of distance learning for the Dallas TeleCollege. In this capacity, Ed oversaw the design, development, and delivery of online courses for the Dallas County Community College District; developed online faculty training workshops and materials; mentored, reviewed, and evaluated the performance of online faculty; and served on various DCCCD working groups that focused on online course training, development, delivery, and quality. Under his leadership, the Dallas County Community College District, which is composed of seven separately accredited colleges, implemented Quality Matters. Over 200 faculty have been trained through this program. Ed served as a chair for Quality Matters reviews and is a certified Master Reviewer. He was also the Institutional Representative for Quality Matters. He has been serving in distance learning leadership roles for over 20 years and frequently presents at national, state, and local distance learning conferences.