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<\/a>\nIndianapolis, IN <\/strong>May 2, 2018<\/strong> — The United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) presented its 2018 International Distance Learning Awards to Natalie Marlowe in conjunction with the 2018 National Conference in Indianapolis, Indiana<\/strong>. USDLA is a 501(c) 3 non-profit association, founded in 1987, as the nation\u2019s leading distance learning organization. The association reaches 20,000 people globally\u00a0with sponsors and members operating in and influencing 46% of the $913 billion dollar U.S. education and training market. \u00a0<\/em>
\nThese prestigious International Awards are presented annually to organizations and individuals engaged in the development and delivery of distance learning programs. Included in the recognition ceremony were awards for 21st Century Distance Learning, Innovation, Excellence in Teaching\/Training, Quality Research Paper, Student Achievement, and Eagle.
\n“As a premier organization for the entire distance learning profession, we are honoring Natalie Marlowe as a leader in the industry,” said Dr. John G. Flores, Executive Director of USDLA. Natalie has raised the bar of excellence and we are truly honored by Natalie\u2019s contributions within all distance learning constituencies.
\nThe USDLA Awards were created to acknowledge major accomplishments in distance learning and to highlight those distance learning instructors, programs, and professionals who have achieved and demonstrated extraordinary results through the use of online, videoconferencing, satellite and blended learning delivery technologies.
\n\u201cThis year\u2019s USDLA Award recipient Natalie Marlowe represents the finest examples of online courses, best practices, and leadership in our field. \u00a0The depth and breadth of the USDLA membership allows us to engage with leaders from higher education, K-12, industry, military, and government who daily demonstrate the power of distance learning.\u00a0 We are so very proud and excited to be able to recognize this level of excellence,” said Mr. Pat Cassella, President of USDLA.
\nMr. Ken Conn, Chair of USDLA Board of Directors noted that, \u201cThis year\u2019s award winner represent many of the most innovative leaders in the field of distance learning.\u201d He continued, \u201cI also look forward to seeing Natalie again during National Distance Learning Week, November 5-9, 2018.\u201d
\nSuperintendent Sean Dusek said, \u201cI am very proud that Natalie Marlowe has earned this prestigious honor for her work with distance education as a student in our schools. She exemplifies the type of student we hope to have as KPBSD graduate. Natalie has demonstrated the highest levels of leadership and innovation in supporting staff and students to be successful in the world of online learning and I believe she will continue to make a huge impact with positively transforming education on a world-wide basis. I am so very proud Miss Marlowe is one of our KPBSD graduates!\u201d
\nNatalie, a Senior at Kenai Central High School, was the Kenai Peninsula Borough School District intern working with i2iTechnologoes, Two Way Interactive Communication in Education and Collaborations Around The Planet (CAPspace)
\nAbout United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) <\/strong>
\nThe United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) is a 501(c) 3 non-profit association formed in 1987 and is located in Boston, Massachusetts. The association reaches 20,000 people globally\u00a0with sponsors and members operating in and influencing 46% of the $913 billion dollar U.S. education and training market. \u00a0<\/em>USDLA promotes the development and application of distance learning for education and training and serves the needs of the distance learning community by providing advocacy, information, networking and opportunity. Distance learning and training constituencies served include pre-k-12 education, higher and continuing education, home schooling as well as business, corporate, military, government and telehealth markets. The USDLA trademarked logo is the recognized worldwide symbol of dedicated professionals committed to the distance learning industry. http:\/\/www.usdla.org
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