NEERA GUPTA, ABD PHD
CURRICULUM VITA
2698 Sawmill Green Dr.
Powell, OH 43065
neera_jolly@hotmail.com
614-634-2020 (cell)
614-504-0039 (home)
EDUCATION
May 1987
June 2000
MA (PhD ABD) Dept. of Political Science, The Ohio State
University, Columbus, OH
Major – International Relations
Minor – Comparative Politics
Information Technology B.Sc., DeVry University, Columbus, OH
Major – Web Application Development
Minor – Client Server, Network Administration
EXPERIENCE
UNIVERSITY LEVEL EXPERIENCE:
Jan.2010-June 2010
Associate Professor Online, Harrison College, Indianapolis, IN
(http://www.harrison.edu)
Teaching POL3100 American Government: This course is an introduction to the structure of the
American government at the national level. It emphasizes the institutions of American government and the
actions of politicians as they try to control public policies that affect our lives.
June 2005-Present
March 2008-Sep 2010
Online Faculty, ITT Institute of Technology, Carmel, IN
(http://www2.itt-tech.edu)
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Taught multiple sections of EG462 Contemporary World Culture: an interdisciplinary study of
contemporary world culture that focuses on the impact of globalization and electronic communication.
The course explores how global economical, cultural, political, and communication processes are
influenced by the rapid technological changes within our contemporary world
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Taught EG453 Political Issues and the Economy: This course introduces the role of government in the
dynamic economy of the information age. The focus is on the relationship between the high-tech,
information-driven, global economy and political decision making and regulations. Topics include
political issues that may impact student’s lives and their future.
Online and Traditional Adjunct Professor, Columbus State
Community College, Columbus, OH (http://www.cscc.edu/)
 Taught multiple sections of POLS 165 Introduction to Politics on the Web: This course introduces
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Nov 1998-June 2000
students to the basic concepts and issues in the study of politics. The course compares various political
institutions, ideologies, and economic systems; examines political socialization and culture; explores
methods of resolving international conflict; and explains the impact of modern bureaucracies on policymaking.
Taught POLS 100 Comparative Politics: The class begins with an analysis of just what comparative
politics is. A theoretical framework is used to help the student understand the basic principles found
within comparative politics. Britain, India, Russia, Japan, Mexico and other countries are studied by
analyzing their history, institutions, political culture, and economy.
Adjunct Professor, DeVry University, Columbus, OH
(http://www.cols.devry.edu)
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Taught multiple sections of Sociology – Comparing cultures in 10 countries
Taught multiple sections of COLL-148 Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving:
This course provides instruction and practice in critical thinking,
problem-solving and use of research as a problem-solving tool.
Course objectives are addressed through problem-solving methodologies,
critical analysis of information, cooperative learning and
research strategies. The course also assists students in identifying
and articulating skills needed for academic and professional success.
Ethical and values considerations are included within the critical
thinking and problem-solving framework.
Taught multiple sections of POLI-332 Political Science: This course explores political systems in a
comparative way, with emphasis on governmental forms, constitutions, determinants of foreign policy and
methods of political change. Studies of recent political history, current world affairs and the structure of
political institutions are included.
Taught PSYC-110 Psychology:
This course provides a foundation for understanding, predicting
and directing behavior. Organized within a framework encompassing
foundations, general topics and applications, the course
provides an understanding of how psychological principles
and concepts relate to professional and personal life. Topics
include learning, attitude formation, personality, social influence,
dynamics of communication, conflict resolution, motivation,
leadership, and group roles and processes.
Taught multiple sections of SOCS-185 Culture and Society: This course explores the role of culture in
social organizations.Social institutions, and the issues of race and gender within social structures, are
analyzed in the context of multicultural societies and increasing global interaction. Basic sociological
principles and research findings are used to support analysis of cultural and social issues.
Taught multiple sections of STOR (preparing students for college )
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Mar 1984-June1987
Graduate Teaching Associate, The Ohio State University,
Columbus, OH (http://www.osu.edu)
 Taught multiple sections of Political Science 100 Introduction to Comparative Politics:
This course introduces students to the comparative analysis of politics. It investigates
differences and similarities in the conduct of government across a variety of countries around the
world. This course combines a thematic approach to comparative politics with a more in-depth study of
some individual countries - American, British, Russian, Japanese and Chinese.
INDEPENDENT CONSULTING :_________________________________________________
July 2009
Level 2 Technical Support, JP Morgan Chase, Columbus, OH
(http://www.jpmorganchase.com/corporate/Home/home.htm)
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Aug 2005 - July 2006
Installed new PC's or Laptop Computers
Installed OS's and Re-Imaging Hard drives
Ensured that printers, network and local printers were re-assigned to correct users
Verified operation capabilities; access to the internet/intranet, e-mail and data migration
Technical Support Analyst, Cardinal Health, Dublin, OH, USA
(http://www.cardinal.com)
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Mar 2003-Aug 2005
Provided assistance to clients of EIT Service Center using computer hardware, standard desktop
applications and Cardinal software applications.
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Troubleshot software and hardware issues via phone and Email.
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Answered calls for E Case and EDI issues and documented all cases
in call tracking software and escalated to appropriate queue.
Trained end users in the use of equipment and software.
Technical Support Specialist, EC Outlook, Houston, TX
(http://www.ecoutlook.com)
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Sept 2001-Mar 2003
Provided EDI services and remote support to customers. Assisted in client site setup.
Managed and monitored EDI accounts.
 Helped manage and troubleshoot problems for Support Logix trouble ticketing system
Senior Support Specialist, Sterling Commerce, Dublin, OH
(http://www.sterlingcommerce.com)
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Setup and managed Web hosting and Ecommerce accounts
Administered user mail accounts. Maintained mail log file maintenance
Managed and troubleshot for Vantive ticketing system
 Trained in EDI and Ecommerce for Commerce Network
July 2000-Sept 2001
Technical Support Analyst, Interliant Columbus, OH
(http://www.interliant.com)
 Supervised, developed and managed accounts for Web hosting in the call center domain
 Troubleshot using skills of smtp, dns, pop3, http, ftp, frontpage, HTML
REFERENCES: provided upon request
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS, CONFERENCES AND ONLINE EDUCATION
WORKSHOPS:
Member - American Political Science Association 2010-2011
9/2010 Attended Annual Meeting of American Political Science Association
ITT Tech - Creating Student Success for Online teaching
ITT Tech - Preparing to Teach for Online teaching
ITT Tech - Basic Teaching Skills for Online teaching
ITT Tech - Communication Strategies and Techniques 8/2008
(ITT workshops for Online teaching: 4 in 2008, 4 in 2009 4 in 2010)
Harrison college IN – Blackboard training 1/2010
Harrison college IN – ANGEL Training 6/2010
SoftChalk IT Training, Columbus State Community College, Columbus ITDL, OH 7/2010
Second Life training, ITDL, Columbus State Community College, Columbus, OH 8/2010
Ednak - Cultural Diversity webinar Aug 2010
Ednak Webinar - Using Tools to Enhance Feedback in Online Courses, August 13, 2009.
Ednak Webinar: Dealing with Difficult Students; Cultural Diversity July 10, 2009
ITT Tech Correcting Grammar on Academic Papers Webinar (Wednesday, August 4, 2010).
Chronicle of Higher Education Webinar: Launching an Online Learning Program: Lessons
Learned and Best Practices (July 2010).
Ednak: A Discussion on Online Edu, HEOA, Quality & Innovation (May 19, 2010).
Ednak: The Art of the Start: How to Successfully Facilitate the First Week of Your Online
Course (March 2010).
Wiley Faculty Network: Socialnomics: How Social Media is Changing the World around Us and
Our Students (December 2009).
Ednak: How to Teach an Online Orientation Course (December 2009)
Ednak: Top 3 Mistakes Schools Make When Offering Online Courses / Programs (December
2009)
Ednak: What Schools Look for When Hiring Online Adjuncts (December 2009)
Ednak: The 5 Best FREE Tools Available to Online Educators
Ednak: Mobile Learning: What, Why and How (November 2009)
Ednak:How to Get Started Teaching Online (November 2009)
Attended Webinar - Adult Learning Theory and the Online Learner from Wiley’s Business
Solutions Group (October 6, 2009).
Attended Webinar - Managing an Online Environment from Wiley’s Business Solutions Group
(October 6, 2009).
Attended Webinar - Pedagogical Strategies for Online Learning from Wiley’s Business Solutions
Group (October 6, 2009).
Attended Webinar - Plagiarism from Wiley’s Business Solutions Group (October 6, 2009).
Attended Webinar - The Code of Business Conduct and Ethnics for Employees (ITT Tech) 9/22/09
Attended Webinar - Basic Teaching Skills Online (ITT Tech) 8/14/09
Attended Webinar - Preparing to Teach Online (ITT Tech) 8/14/09
Attended Webinar - Creating Student Success Online (ITT Tech) 8/14/09
Attended ednak Webinar: How Academic Institutions are Using Web 2.0 Tools to Keep Students
Engaged July 21, 2009
Attended ednak Webinar: The World is Open: How Web Technology is Revolutionizing
Education. July 31, 2009
Attended ednak Webinar: Using Tools to Enhance Feedback in Online Courses, August 13, 2009.
Attended ednak Webinar: What Schools Look for When Hiring Adjuncts: From the Dean of
Academic Affairs, July 25, 2009
Attended ednak Webinar: Managing the Discussion Forum: Best Practices from the Academic
Chair, July 17, 2009
Attended ednak Webinar: Teaching Online: Where do I start, July 9, 2009
Attended Tools for Enhancing elearning. (Online) http://www.elearningtoolbox.com (August 6,
2009)
Attended Academic Integrity in Online Education. (Online) http://www.elearningtoolbox.com
(July 30, 2009)
Attended Do Students Perceptions Really Matter? (Online). http://www.elearningtoolbox.com
(June 9, 2009)
Attended Tools for Enhancing eLearning. (Online). http://www.elearningtoolbox.com (May 12,
2009)