Facilitators

Each Teacherline course is facilitated by a master's level, PBS trained educator with experience in the classroom and knowledge of the course content area. Facilitators ensure discussions are relevant, assignments are clear and feedback is meaningful. The following facilitators primarily serve as TeacherLine Southeast local/regional course facilitators though many serve as national course facilitators as well - meet them!

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Kimberly Avant

Kimberly Avant has served as the media specialist at Hemingway High School in Hemingway, SC, for the past seven years and counting. She has a bachelor's degree in English from Francis Marion University, and prior to becoming a media specialist, she worked as an English instructor at Florence Darlington Technical College in Florence, SC. She received her Masters of Library and Information Science degree from the University of South Carolina with her post graduate work focusing almost exclusively on technology.

”I enjoy reading a good novel and love the summers when I can kick back on the beach and read. I also like to shop and work outside in my yard. I hope that you find your Teacherline course to be a productive learning experience! “

Elizabeth Beard

My name is Elizabeth Beard. I am married, live in Florence, SC, and I have two little boys---(one is 2 1/2 and one is 4 months old - as of Feb 2008). Besides being at home with my boys, I teach online for Midlands Technical College and PBS TeacherLine, and I also do private tutoring. I really enjoy being able to teach online because I am able to do everything I love (teaching and being a mom) at the same time.

Before deciding to stay at home, I taught elementary school for five years---3rd, 4th, and 5th grades. It's funny to think that I am actually busier now than I was with a full time job!

I got my masters degree in Educational Technology through an online program from Boise State University. I really enjoyed the online element of it because it was so flexible. From the program, I developed an interest in online learning and the use of technology. Technology is a wonderful thing---you are able to learn while you continue your regular routine!

Mary Lou Benton

As a former district media consultant and school library media specialist, Mary Lou Benton has been involved over the years with a large and varied group of learning situations which serve her well as an online facilitator. A long time technologist and information specialist, she has experience with online resources, computer software, staff development planning and curriculum and instruction design and issues. Information/technology literacy is a top priority as well as school library media center services and programming.

Mary Lou has an undergraduate degree in History and in Library Science as well as a Master’s in Library and Information Science. Her post graduate work includes 30+ hours in Guidance and Counseling and a wide variety of computer, library media and technology related coursework. She has presented at a variety of conferences including the National School Board Technology and Learning Conference and SC Association of School Librarians.

At home, Mary Lou loves her Mac, enjoys reading, traveling, gardening, computing, theater, digital photography, and watercolors. She is looking forward to being part of your online community!

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Tasha Christmas

I've been working in the education field for over 12 years as a classroom teacher, technology facilitator, and virtual school coordinator. I am a Louisiana State University alumnus with a BA in English Literature, M.Ed in Education, and Ph.D in Educational Leadership specializing in technology.

I was first introduced to online learning as a graduate student and have been hooked ever since. I enjoy the flexibility that online learning provides teachers and learners alike. When I'm not in my virtual classrooms I enjoy watching my little ones get excited about technology. It is never too early or too late to learn technology!

Nancy Dixon

Nancy Dixon is an Instructional Technology Specialist at Riverwatch Middle School in the Georgia Forsyth County School System. As a formal classroom educator for five years and now a support educator for thirteen, she has taught all ages, from kindergarten through non-traditional college students.

She has a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Education in Math Education from the University of Georgia. Currently, Nancy is earning a Specialist degree from Lesley University with emphasis on technology in education. Her specialties include: integrating technology in middle school instruction, curriculum planning and integration, and utilizing curriculum software in the classroom.

“As an online educator for several years, I learned more while facilitating my first TeacherLine class than all the other experiences combined. TeacherLine is a true model of online education for the 21st Century.“

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Melissa Fulmore

Currently in her third year as a District Technology Coach, Melissa Fulmore has 10 years experience in education, instructional technology and staff development. Her focus is to provide support to classroom teachers to provide uses of technology that enhance learning and add value to instructional practices.

Melissa has been married for 17 years to the Rev. Samuel Fulmore and together they have four gifted children - Samra, April, Samuel, and Jamelia, the oldest, who is graduating from high school this year. Melissa’s hobbies include walking, mentoring children, and serving as a parent advocate for children with special needs.

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Elaine Gambrell

Elaine Gambrell is the Technology Teacher/Coordinator at South Florence High School in Florence, SC. “I love it. I get to teach students and teachers, help teachers integrate technology into their curriculum, create and maintain websites and any other technology related task needed. I am exhausted at the end of the day, it's hectic - but I love it.”

Elaine has taught from second grade to adult. She has a Masters Degree in Elementary Education from Francis Marion University and a Masters Degree from Lesley University in Technology in Education.

She is married with two children, ages 24 and 22. Her older son is completing his first year of medical school and her younger son is on the ‘five year plan’ completing his undergraduate degree. “I keep telling my husband, "This too shall pass (college tuition payments)”. I hope you enjoy your learning experiences.”

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Wynn Godbold

Wynn Godbold is a lifelong learner with a desire to share knowledge with adults and children alike. Wynn has taught in elementary schools in Horry County, South Carolina since 1998. While working with children is very gratifying, Wynn believed she could exponentially increase her impact on children by teaching other teachers. To that end, she founded a teacher training company in 2003. Through her company, Bee Sharp, she is able to work with adults through onsite staff development. Training teachers is her passion. In 2007 she seized, the opportunity to work with adults in the "online" environment, thus further stretching her impact on children.

Wynn holds a Bachelors degree in Mass Communications with an emphasis in journalism from Winthrop University and a Master of Arts in Teaching from the University of Charleston. She has a +30 certification in K-12 Administration and is highly qualified in early childhood and elementary education. In addition to training teachers and facilitating online, Wynn is currently practicing in the field as a kindergarten teacher. She lives in Myrtle Beach with her husband, Rett, and two boys, Matthew and Cooper.

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Betsy Long

Betsy Long is the Media Specialist at Doby's Mill Elementary School in Lugoff, SC. She has happily held this position since the school opened its doors six years ago. She presents regularly at conferences around the state on technology and media related topics. She is the Treasurer of her district's local chapter of the IRA.

Betsy received her Bachelor degree in English & her Master of Library Science degree from Appalachian State University in Boone, NC. She completed her Masters +30 degree in large part through completing PBS TeacherLine courses. Having enjoyed so many wonderful TeacherLine courses, she is thrilled to be a TeacherLine facilitator, furthering her online learning in this capacity.

Betsy lives in Camden with her husband, her beautiful baby girl, and her two crazy hound dogs, where she works hard to regularly engage in what she believes are the 3 R's that lead to a happy life: Reading, Running, and Relaxing with family & friends.

Elaine McClure

Born and raised in Columbia, SC, Elaine McClure received her BA from the University of SC, her Masters from the University of Alabama and her Ph.D. from USC. For the past 31 years she has taught at Fort Jackson, first as a resource teacher and then as a fifth grade teacher, retiring May 2004. A few months later, she accepted a position with Morris College in Sumter, SC, as an Associate Professor and the Elementary Education Program Coordinator.

“I try to teach my future teachers with as much practicality as possible. By helping them develop units and activities that support the national standards, I feel that I can provide them with a firm foundation wherever they may go to teach.”

Elaine belongs to numerous state and national organizations that promote teaching and she constantly gathers ideas from them as well as presents sessions to them. She has received several local and national awards honoring her contributions to education during the past years.

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Beth McDonald

During her 27 years in education, all at Barnwell School District 45 in Barnwell, SC, Beth McDonald has had numerous opportunities to help others. She was a first grade teacher for 23 years, including serving as a school-based K-2 Science Coordinator, a science coach, and now is the district’s Instructional Coordinator where she leads frequent staff development workshops and facilitates district courses as well as Teacherline courses.

Prior to facilitating Teacherline courses, Beth took 12 of them! She used the courses to enhance her technology skills and to gain her Masters +30. She has facilitated several courses and seen great participation in each of them.

”I am married and have two daughters Ellie and Libby. Both are ADD and are extremely loud. They are two tiny yorkies who truly think they are human!”

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Beth Phillips

Beth Phillips, a resident of Gaffney, SC, has lived there most of her life except for a few whirlwind years in California, Virginia, and Italy. She has been an educator for 17 years, the first 10 teaching junior high and high school English. After becoming frazzled from grading student essays, she decided to make use of her master’s degree in library science working as a media specialist in an elementary and high school setting.

Beth now serves as the Coordinator for the Distance Education Learning Center (DELC) for the Cherokee County School District. Her job allows her to work with teachers, administrators, and SCETV personnel to meet the specific needs of teachers and students in the district.

“My hobbies include, well…used to include…running, gardening, and antiquing. I am married and have four children, ages 18, 11, 5, and 22 months. Needless to say, their interests and activities are quite diverse allowing me little time for hobbies. I look forward to collaborating with all of you! “

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Hope Quilal-Ian

Hope Quilal-lan has been a facilitator for Teacherline since November 2002. In addition to facilitating courses, she also teaches 5th grade Science and Language Arts. Before that, she taught 8th grade Science and also 3rd and 4th grade classes. Before teaching in a classroom, she taught at Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens of SC.

Hope received both her undergraduate degree in Elementary Education and her graduate degree in Natural Science from the University of South Carolina. “Go Gamecocks!” She is married to Arren, has a four month old son, Collin, and three dachshunds (Ginger, Roxy and Molly.) She enjoys traveling, cooking, and reading.

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Michael Sebolt

Mike Sebolt earned his MA in Curriculum and Instruction with an emphasis on Instructional Technology from Virginia Tech in 1998. In 2004, he earned his EdD in Organizational Leadership from Nova Southeastern University.

Currently, Mike serves as the Technology Resource Teacher at Salem High School, VA. His duties include assisting teachers with technology integration as well as hardware and software installation, repair and support.

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Alethea Setser

Alethea Setser is currently at home with her youngest son, but she has taught in grades preK-12 and worked as a technology resource teacher for the past 13 years. She has worked for Teacherline since 2003, and monitors the TECH 101 orientation course for TeacherLine.

Alethea’s education includes: Bachelor of Arts, Clemson University, Elementary Education with a minor in Mathematics; Masters of Education, Converse College, Gifted and Talented Education; Masters plus thirty in Technology and Mathematics.

“The format and flexibility of TeacherLine courses drew me in, but the discussion boards and content kept me coming back! I enjoy exchanging ideas with teachers all over the country. It’s incredible to feel the connectedness of teachers all over the country. TeacherLine is an amazing community!”

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Robin Shuler

Robin Shuler has been facilitating Teacherline local and national courses since 2004. This is her second year as media specialist at Marshall Elementary School in Orangeburg, SC. Robin has taught for the past 20 years. She has a BS and Masters Degree in Elementary Education. May 2008, she will receive a second Masters Degree in Library and Information Science from the University of South Carolina. She enjoys reading, sports, and surfing the Internet. Robin believes Teacherline courses are wonderful ways to "meet" other teachers and learn new ideas. She completed her +30 in 2003 through taking Teacherline courses.

"Teacherline courses are great for teachers/parents who don't really have time to sit in a classroom during specific times. The great thing about these courses is the fact that you can find so many different ideas and techniques to integrate into your classroom. Once you try these courses, you'll never want to sit in another graduate classroom."

Sally Sobelewski

Sally Sobolewski is a third grade teacher at Lone Oak Elementary School in Spartanburg, South Carolina. She has a Master’s degree in Elementary Education and has been teaching at that level for seven years. Prior to moving to South Carolina six years ago, she lived in New York and taught technology classes at Pace University.

Sally also teaches after-school technology workshops to her district’s faculty. She has a husband, two grown sons, a fat basset hound and a black lab mix. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, sewing, knitting, and playing Frisbee with her dogs.

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