Faculty Publications 2023

Carabregu-Vokshi, M., Ogruk-Maz, G., Yildirim, S., Dedaj, B., & Zeqiri, A. (2023, November). 21st century digital skills of higher education students during Covid-19: Is it possible to enhance digital skills of higher education students through E-Learning? Education and Information Technologies, 29(103), 103-107. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10639-023-12232-3

Cates, S., Jackson, J., O'Hare, C., & Tonelli, B.-L. (2023, August). Pilot program: A replication study of procedural justice and distributive justice exogenous variables after 36 years. Internatinal Journal of Education, Business and Economics Research, 3(4), 46-72. https://doi.org/10.59822/IJEBER.2023.3404

Chicone, R., & Rana, S. (2023). The influence of traditional cybersecurity training on user attitudes towards VR cybersecurity training. Issues in Information Systems, 24(1), 101-112. https://doi.org/10.48009/1_iis_2023_109

Deem, J., Starnes, D., & Ziegler, J. (2023). The influence of early life experiences on later life behaviors: An examination of the life of Walt Disney. Journal of Behavioral and Applied Management 23(2), 114–21. https://doi.org/10.21818/001c.84556

El Gbouri, A., Pry, M. & Mensch, S. (2023). Leadership challenges when managing and securing a corporate enterprise during a pandemic. ACET Journal of Computer Education and Research, 17(1), 1-15.

Fudge, T. P. (2023, February 7). Online student team assignments: The why and how. International Journal for Educational Media and Technology, 16(2), 55-66. https://ijemt.org/index.php/journal/article/view/283/

Longhart, C., & Mack, J. (2023). The changing landscape in cybersecurity education, the impact of COVID-19, and the promise of online education programs. Issues in Information Systems, 24(2), 33-45. https://doi.org/10.48009/2_iis_2023_104

McCann, J., Stringham, C., & Nelson, S. (2023, April 28). Student perceptions of the online discussion board. Management and Economics Research Journal, 9(2), 9900078. https://doi.org/10.18639/MERJ.2023.9900078

McDermott, M. J. (2023, April 1). KLMN junk removal: A case for veterans in franchising. Small Business Institute Journal, 19(1), 37–42. https://doi.org/10.53703/001c.73302

McDermott, M. J., & Butler, D. (2023, April 1). Applying resource scarcity theory to franchising: The effect of industry choice and age on franchise success and satisfaction. Small Business Institute Journal, 19(1), 14–24. https://doi.org/10.53703/001c.73289

McDermott, M. J., & Jackson, J. (2023, Fall). The ranking order of factors that influence purchasing a franchise business: Qualitative study. International Journal of Business Research and Information Technology, 10(1), 74-88. https://www.iabpad.com/category/ijbrit-v10-n1-2023

Potokar, J. L., Mancini, D., & Wilson, A. (2023, Winter). Does the pharmaceutical sales representative’s experience with new product launches influence his or her preference? International Journal of Management, Marketing, and Decision Sciences (IJMMDS), 3(1), 37-63.

Potokar, J. L., St. Onge, K. O., & Hunter, S. (2023, December 15). Unmasking the experiences of pharmaceutical sales reps: A qualitative exploration of quit quitting and burnout. Journal of Values-Based Business, 1(2), 1-19.

Rana, S., & Chicone, R. (2023). The influence of gender and acceptance of VR cybersecurity training platforms. Issues in Information Systems, 24(1), 93-100. https://doi.org/10.48009/1_iis_2023_108

Self, S. W., McCullough, T., Hochanadel, C., Swisher, K., & Hochanadel, A. (2023, Winter). Student reactions to academic dishonesty: A qualitative analysis of five stages of grief and suggested strategies. International Journal of Education Research, 18(1), 66-89.

Sholes, J., Sullivan, A., & Self, S. (2023, March 17). The impact of long-term disruptions on academic success in higher education and best practices to help students overcome them. Journal of Higher Education Theory and Practice, 23(4), 1-13. https://doi.org/10.33423/jhetp.v23i4.5884

Sparks, B., & McCann, J. (2023). Consumer brand engagement, self-brand connection, and brand usage intent in a global environment. SAM Advanced Management Journal, 88(1), 23-35.

Stowe, J. B., Stowe, J., Self, S. W., Hochanadel, C., & Struble, K. (2023). Burnout in Virginia's community college adjuncts with relation to gender, age, and number of jobs. Journal of Organizational Psychology, 23(2), 29-57.

Thurgood, K. L. (2023, November). Enterprise leadership in a VUCA world: A new model. Journal of Business and Economics, 14(11), 513-522. http://www.academicstar.us/issueshow.asp?daid=4502

Vanderpal, G., & Brazie, R. J. (2023, October 25). Exploration of how Polyvagal Theory and autonomic nervous system impact organizational performance through reduced employee turnover and improved work culture. Journal of Strategic Innovation and Sustainability, 18(3). https://doi.org/10.33423/jsis.v18i3.6528

Brazie, R., & VanderPal, G. (2023, November 21). The steadfast leader: Control anxiety, make confident decisions, and focus your team using the new science of leadership. McGraw-Hill. https://www.mhprofessional.com/the-steadfast-leader-control-anxiety-make-confident-decisions-and-focus-your-team-using-the-new-9781265524487-usa

Kohntopp, T., & McCann, J. (2023, January 31). Sustainability leadership: Current perspectives and future adaptation. In L. Poonamallee, A. D. Howard, & S. Joy (Eds.), Managing for social justice: Harnessing management theory and practice for collective good (pp. 187-227). Palgrave Macmillan. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-19971-4_8

Ferebee, S. S., & Lessen, N. (2023, November). New business models for Society 5.0. In L. Carvalho, C. Silveira, L. Reis, & N. Russo (Eds.), Internet of Behaviors implementation in organizational contexts (pp. 267-287). IGI Global. https://doi.org/10.4018/978-1-6684-9039-6.ch013

Bishop, G. (2023, March 13). Implementing VR in the classroom: Lessons learned. In E. Langran, P. Christensen, & J. Sanson (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International Conference, Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE), New Orleans, LA, 2023(1), 1978-1982. https://www.learntechlib.org/primary/p/222085

Bourne, B., & Edwards-Walcott, C. (2023, July 12). Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI): The secret sauce to motivating a diverse population. [Conference presentation]. D2L Fusion 2023 On-Demand.

Chicone, R. & Rana, S. (2023, May 13). National cybersecurity strategy & the impact on privacy. Office of Privacy, Access, Civil Liberties, and Transparency (PACT) Speaker Series 2023. [Professional presentation]. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).

Crooks, D., Tully, C. D., Strafaci, E., Pompliano, R. (2023, November 10). Effects of explosive volatility and surging interest rates on a corporate short puts buyback strategy. [Conference panel discussion].The International Hybrid Conference of the Business and Applied Sciences Academy of North America, Wagner College, New York, NY. https://www.baasana.org/_files/ugd/50c12d_d21483d8a7484274a063c802928d2060.pdf

Crooks, D., Tully, C. D., Strafaci, E., Renshaw, B., Mboga, J., & Pompliano, R. (2023, November 10). Quid Pro Quo redux: Ongoing and iterative pros and cons of linking Social Security and student loans in the face of unprecedented increases in interest rates. [Conference panel discussion].The International Hybrid Conference of the Business and Applied Sciences Academy of North America, Wagner College, New York, NY. https://www.baasana.org/_files/ugd/50c12d_d21483d8a7484274a063c802928d2060.pdf

Dort, J., & Gough, M. (2023, October 11-13). The politics of DEI: Eliminating microaggressions and ensuring hospitality and tourism programs honor their commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity. [Conference presentation]. International Society of Travel and Tourism Educations Conference, Toronto, Canada.

Dort, J., & Gough, M. (2023, October 11-13). Sustainability: Preparing hospitality students to manage the United Nations 17 Goals by 2030. [Conference presentation]. International Society of Travel and Tourism Educations Conference, Toronto, Canada.

Edwards, C., & Bourne, B. (2023, April 18). Building a sense of belonging in online learning. [Conference presentation]. 28th Annual Technology, Colleges and Community (TCC) Online Conference.

Fail, C., & Fail, R. (2023, July 23-26). The art of the story: Integrating narratives in distance education. [Conference presentation]. Distance Learning Administration 2023 Conference, Jekyll, GA.

Ferebee, S. (2023, April 18). Dialogic spaces in online higher education. [Conference presentation]. 28th Annual Technology, Colleges and Community (TCC) Online Conference.

Ferebee, S. S., Haber, J., & Dunn, K. (2023, October 27). Service learning fellows: Driving Purdue Global's service and engagement. [Conference presentation]. 2023 IARSLCE Conference, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA.

Ferebee, S., & Fudge, T. P. (2023, April 18). Building a learner commmunity: Interaction and ethics. [Conference presentation]. 28th Annual Technology, Colleges and Community (TCC) Online Conference.

Ferebee, S. & Morrissett, L. (2023, October 25). Building a learner community for online service learners at Purdue Global. [Poster Presentation]. 2023 IARSLCE Conference, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA.

Flynn, C., Lucore, K., Ferebee, S. S., Haber, J. (2023, October 27). Supporting virtual student volunteers. [Conference presentation]. 2023 IARSLCE Conference, Tulane University, New Orleans, LA.

Flynn, C., Morgan, M., Ferebee, S., & Haber, J. (2023, September 22). Purdue Global Fellows Program. [Conference presentation]. Community-Engaged Alliance Summit & Research Symposium. University of Indianapolis.

Fudge, T. P. (2023, April 20). Worthwhile rubrics: History, uses, options, and tools. [Conference presentation]. 28th Annual Technology, Colleges and Community (TCC) Online Conference.

Kenneston, A., Arrington, A., & Ferebee, S. (2023, October 12). Exploring educational implications and strategies of using ChatGPT in courses at an online higher education institution. [Conference presentation]. Knowledge Without Boundaries 10th Annual Conference.

Lao, T., & Hoeltz, S. (2023, May-June). Diversity is what we see; Inclusion is what we feel. [Poster presentation]. 75th NAFSA Conference, Washington, DC.

Locker, C., & Teague, J. (2023, October 12-13). Generational perceptions of the performance appraisal process. [Conference presentation]. Institute of Behavioral and Applied Management (IBAM) 30 Conference, Virtual.

McCann, J., & Green, D. (2023, March). A student-centered teaching approach to innovatively engaging Generation Z. [Conference presentation]. Society for Advancement of Management International Business Conference, Nashville, TN, United States.

McCann, J., Sparks, B., & Kohtopp, T. (2023, March). 360° performance appraisal: Improving leader performance. [Conference presentation]. Society for Advancement of Management International Business Conference, Nashville, TN, United States.

Sparks, B., & McCann, J. (2023, March). Hybrid leadership and its relationship to inclusion in healthcare. [Conference presentation]. Society for Advancement of Management International Business Conference, Nashville, TN, United States.

Booker, M. D. (2023, February 10). Ransomware analogous to hostage negotiation. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/ransomware-analogous-hostage-negotiation-booker-ph-d

Booker, M. D. (2023, February 10). The case for triple strength leadership in business. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/case-triple-strength-leadership-business-booker-ph-d

Booker, M. D. (2023, July 7). Get out of my face! A tale of facial recognition software. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/get-out-my-face-tale-facial-recognition-software-booker-ph-d

Booker, M. D. (2023, November 18). Say cheese! You are on camera! Facial recognition technology is all around you. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/say-cheese-you-camera-facial-recognition-technology-all-booker-ph-d-wt7qc

Booker, M. D. (2023, November 20). Culture of hypocrisy: They wear the mask. LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/culture-hypocrisy-wear-mask-dr-mario-desean-booker-ph-d-h40jc

Fudge, T. P. (2023, June 16). A resource for online learning curriculum developers and faculty. IGI Global Newsroom. https://www.igi-global.com/newsroom/archive/resource-online-learning-curriculum-developers/5753

Fudge, T. P. (2023, June 22). Why new technologies need to always consider the human. IGI Global Newsroom. https://www.igi-global.com/newsroom/archive/new-technologies-need-always-consider/5782

McDermott, M. J. (Host). (2006-present). Franchise interviews [Audio podcasts on entrepreneurship and franchising]. https://www.franchiseinterview.com

Gen Ed Conference, April 25-27, 2023

• Bourne, B., & Edwards, C. — The power of diversity and inclusion training for faculty, staff, and student development
• Fitzgerald, L., & Walton, G. — Interactive insight: Harnessing the power of polls for engaging seminars
• Kotsiovos, J., & Milani, R. — Accessibility standards for use of colors
• McDermott, M. — [Lightning session] A podcast journey: Utilizing podcasting in higher education

PG Village, November 6-10, 2023

• Bahle, M., Beckett, K., Vice, J., Finamore, D., Velky, S., O'Neal, C., & Jackson, J. — Online instructor attitudes: LGBTQIA2S+ research study results of the online instructor attitudes towards teaching LGBTQIA2S+ students
• Doyle, D., Bone, S., Winters, R., & Strouble, D. — [Featured Session]. Bridging the educational divide: AI's impact on the future of lifelong learning
• Escudier, B., & McDermott, M. — [5-minute Focus Session]. AI and templates for learning application
• Fail, R., & Fail, C. — The art of the story: Integrating narratives in distance education
• Fudge, T. P. — Things you didn't know you could do with PowerPoint
• Hansen, L., Dort, J., Phillips, L., Torres-Roman, J., & Edwards-Walcott, C. — [Exhibit Hall Poster Session]. Purdue Global Ambassadors – the avengers of engagement: Uniting departments, fostering recognition, and building a heroic employee community
• Harrison, J., Lawrence, M., Doyle, S. & Walton, G. — Preparing for an Uncertain future: The intersection of futures thinking, AI, DEI, and general education
• Kotsiovos, J., & Bergamo, R. — Unleashing the power of AI video tools
• Kotsiovos, J., Chicone, R., Rana, S., Savage, S., Stonehouse, L., & Togashi, D. — AI-driven learning: Embrace the future of student success
• Kotsiovos, J., & Milani, R. — Ensuring ADA compliance: Testing online content for accessibility
• Reinhardt, M., Finamore, D., Hewitt, V. & Watson, L. — [Featured Session]. A framework for understanding and leveraging student motivation
• Velky, S., Vice, J., Finamore, D., Bahle, M., O'Neal, C., & Jackon, J. — Diversity in design: Incorporating LGBTQIA2S+ content in the classroom of the future