NEWS RELEASE

Embry-Riddle Worldwide Recognized by Online Education Leader for Excellence

Daytona Beach, FL, July 28, 2011

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Worldwide has been recognized by educational software leader Blackboard for exemplary course development. Embry-Riddle Worldwide, a regionally accredited, not-for-profit university, is a leader in aviation and aerospace higher education both in the United States and around the world, including the rapidly growing aerospace market of East Asia. With more than 40 years invested in delivering education to undergraduate and graduate degree seekers, Worldwide understands the necessity and value in delivering exceptional instruction to students wherever they may be located.

The Blackboard Catalyst Award for Exemplary Courses recognizes faculty and course designers from schools, colleges, and universities around the world who develop exciting and innovative courses representing the very best in e-learning. Strategic Marketing Management in Aviation (MBAA 514) and Globalization and the Aviation Environment (DAV 773) were named 2011 Exemplary Course Winners. Blackboard’s recognition of Embry-Riddle’s full-time, dedicated staff in course development and instruction vindicates their long-held position that distance and online coursework can, and must, uphold the intellectual rigors expected of students in traditional classrooms.

“This recognition proves our process and course development to be as effective as we had intended. Students can be assured their quality of education is being upheld, regardless of the platform in which they pursue their degree here at Embry-Riddle Worldwide,” says Kevin Norris, Executive Director, Instructional Design and Development.
Receiving this award publicly validates the belief held by all faculty and professional staff at Worldwide that the education their online students are receiving is appropriately preparing them for their postgraduate careers. Blackboard World is the largest and most comprehensive event, bringing together clients from around the globe using all Blackboard solutions for training, networking, and professional development.

“It was a rewarding experience to work with the teams from Embry-Riddle’s Daytona Beach and Worldwide campuses on these course development projects,” stated Dr. Frank Richey, Associate Dean of the College of Aviation in Daytona Beach. “It seems fitting that such a collaborative accomplishment has been recognized by a world-leading developer of online and distance education software.”

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, the world's largest, fully accredited university specializing in aviation and aerospace, is a nonprofit, independent institution offering more than 40 baccalaureate, master's and Ph.D. degree programs in its colleges of Arts and Sciences, Aviation, Business and Engineering. Embry-Riddle educates students at residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Fla., and Prescott, Ariz., and through the Worldwide Campus with more than 150 locations in the United States, Europe, Asia, Canada and the Middle East. The university is a major research center, seeking solutions to real-world problems in partnership with the aerospace industry, other universities and government agencies. For more information, visit http://www.embryriddle.edu, follow us on Twitter (@EmbryRiddle) and facebook.com/EmbryRiddleUniversity, and find expert videos at YouTube.com/EmbryRiddleUniv.