Stephanie J. Jones

Stephanie Jones is a tenured associate professor and program coordinator of higher education at Texas Tech University. Her research agenda includes community colleges, distance learning, leadership, and organizational climate and culture. Before joining Texas Tech University, Dr. Jones served as the Associate Dean of Distance Education and Instructional Support at South Plains College, where she assisted with the administration of the distance learning initiatives, dual enrollment, instructional technology and student support. She also served as the Project Director of a $3.5 million federal Title V Cooperative grant that partnered South Plains College and Amarillo College in efforts to increase student access to higher education through distance learning. Prior to her Associate Dean role, she served as faculty and department chairperson of computer information systems. Dr. Jones began her professional career in information technology as a software developer and project manager, before moving into education.

Publications

Examining the Impact of Community Colleges on the Global Workforce
Examining the Impact of Community Colleges on the Global Workforce
Stephanie J. Jones, Dimitra Jackson Smith. © 2015. 309 pages.
In an effort to create a more educated workforce in the United States, many community colleges are implementing new practices and strategies to assist under-prepared students....
Developing an Assessment Plan for the Arts and Sciences Division of a Comprehensive Community College
Developing an Assessment Plan for the Arts and Sciences Division of a Comprehensive Community College
Annette E. Smith, Stephanie J. Jones. © 2013. 20 pages.
Assessment of student learning outcomes at institutions of higher learning has become a strategic initiative as accountability discussions continue to stir within the academic...
Developing a Quality Distance Learning Program in a Comprehensive Community College
Developing a Quality Distance Learning Program in a Comprehensive Community College
Stephanie J. Jones. © 2012. 16 pages.
Community colleges offer a variety of distance learning opportunities and continue to invest in technologies that better serve their students. This case study focuses on the...
Developing an Assessment Plan for the Arts and Sciences Division of a Comprehensive Community College
Developing an Assessment Plan for the Arts and Sciences Division of a Comprehensive Community College
Annette E. Smith, Stephanie J. Jones. © 2012. 15 pages.
Assessment of student learning outcomes at institutions of higher learning has become a strategic initiative as accountability discussions continue to stir within the academic...