Sylvia R. Cadena Smith, Ed.D,, M.S., B.S.
Sylvia Cadena Smith earned her Doctorate in Instructional
Technology, Master of Science in Curriculum and Supervision,
and Bachelor of Science in Special Education. Her
areas of expertise include reading, instructional
design, curriculum development, e-learning, technological
integration and assessment and evaluation. Dr. Smith
has written and taught graduate Reading/Literacy [including English
Language Learner (ELL)] courses and Educational Administration
courses for Benedictine University, Instructional
Design for Northern Illinois University’s Instructional
Technology Graduate Program, guest-lectured at Northwestern
University and has published several articles in the
areas of assessment and evaluation. Her corporate
experience as Director and Vice President
for an international technology company includes the
management of the Chicago offices and design of efficient
processes and procedures for the development of e-learning
programs for companies such as Sears, GM, Chrysler
and Prudential Insurance.
Dr. Smith’s professional experience in the field
of education includes:
The research, design and development of:
The See-N-Read®, MemoryMark™ and eSee-N-Read™
Reading Tools
Graduate reading/literacy programs (including both
general and ELL reading courses) in both traditional
and electronic formats
Graduate educational administration programs in both
traditional and electronic formats
Teacher training and student coursework accessible
through Blackboard and Desire2Learn online LMS (learning management system) platforms
School district technology plans and training programs
Successful grant writing projects including grants that meet the requirements of No
Child Left Behind and Reading First for public and
private educational institutions in Illinois and Texas
Consultant expertise in the areas of:
Reading
Instructional technology and integration
Online and "blended" (classroom/online combination) instruction; e-learning
Assessment and evaluation
Evaluation/feedback for textbook usage
Organizational development
Community Involvement includes:
Member and Vice President for Programming for the
Board of Directors of Giant Steps Illinois, Inc.,
School for Autistic Children; Member – Alumni
Board, College of Education at Northern Illinois University |
