Dr. Howard Masuda
Nomination for 2014 CLADEA FellowPage | 1
Howard Y. Masuda
Work: (323) 343-3972
EDUCATION
1992Doctor of Philosophy degree in Educational Psychology
Specialization in Learning and Instruction, cognate in Cognitive Psychology
University of California, Los Angeles
Dissertation: “The Effects of Reader-Generated Questions on the Processing of Expository Prose”
Abstract: The effects on comprehension, self-monitoring, and retention of science expository prose by at-risk college students using a self-questioning reading strategy were investigated. The subjects were 56 Educational Opportunity Program students enrolled in four sections of a college reading and study skills course. The subjects were predominantly (79%) first-year students, 98% of whom were African-American, Asian, or Hispanic students. Using a quasi-experimental approach, the four sections were randomly assigned to the self-questioning experimental group or the read-reread control group. Subjects were examined on gender, class level, ethnicity, verbal ability, and high school grade point average. The effects of six possible mediating variables--reading ability, logical relationships identification ability, textbook reading strategies use, learning and study strategies use, prior knowledge, and free recall ability--were also examined. The intervention consisted of two weeks of pretesting, three weeks of training/practice with a chemistry chapter, and two weeks of application with a biology chapter. Sessions were conducted twice a week during the last 20 minutes of the class period. Immediate posttesting followed the training and application sessions. Delayed posttesting followed three weeks later. The two 10-item chemistry and biology posttests consisted of text-explicit and text-implicit multiple-choice and short-answer items. Monitoring was measured by comparing self-reported confidence about test performance and actual test performance. Results of the study did not support the three hypotheses that the self-questioning group would exhibit better comprehension by correctly answering more immediate posttest questions, more accurate monitoring by having greater agreement between self-ratings of confidence in test performance and actual test performance, and better retention by correctly answering more delayed posttest questions than the read-reread control group. No significant effects of the proposed mediating variables on posttest performance were found. Examination of questions generated indicated that at-risk students can learn a self-questioning reading strategy. The results suggested that cognitive, metacognitive, and motivational factors all be considered in conducting strategy training and that providing sufficient training and processing time, and using appropriate reading-level materials with model questions is necessary.
1982Master of Arts degree in Education, Option in Secondary Teaching, concentration in Instructional Media and Technology
California State University, Los Angeles
Master’s Project: “Program for Note-Taking Instruction”
1976Standard Elementary Teaching Credential (K-9, Adult)
California State University, Los Angeles
1971Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry
California State University, Los Angeles
EXPERIENCE
2000 to 2007Instructor (Volunteer)
California State University, Los Angeles
Teaching University 101—Introduction to Higher Education for Undeclared Majors: “Orientation to the role of higher education, the structure and policies of the University and the development of skills necessary for success in life and at CSULA. This course is especially designed for undergraduate students who have not yet declared a major. Graded ABC/NC.”
1981 to PresentUniversity Tutorial Center Director
University Learning Services
California State University, Los Angeles
Selecting, training, and supervising student tutors and clerical assistants; establishing tutorial program policies, procedures, and activities; administering the program budget; preparing reports on program activities and use; developing training modules for College Reading and Learning Association-certified tutor training program; training and supervising student presenters; developing and maintaining Center’s webpage; developing study skills PowerPoint presentations for in-Center and classroom use; managing AccuTrack Academic Center Administration software; developing training modules for online tutoring and managing online tutoring;
1980 to 1981Learning Assistance Section Coordinator
Special Services Project for Disadvantaged Students, TRIO Program
Learning Assistance and Resources Center
California State University, Los Angeles
Selecting, training, and supervising student Lab Facilitators and Study Skills Aides; reviewing and selecting basic skills (reading, writing, mathematics, and study skills) materials; preparing reports on materials use; providing individual and group assistance in reading and study skills.
1976 to 1980Materials Development Coordinator
Special Services Project for Disadvantaged Students, TRIO Program
California State University, Los Angeles
Reviewing basic skills (reading, writing, mathematics, study skills) materials; researching and developing assessment instruments; producing and developing instructional materials; diagnosing needs and prescribing learning materials.
UNIVERSITY COMMITTEES
2014 – 2015College of Engineering, Computer Science, Technology (ECST) Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)Collaborative First-Year Experience (FYrE) Professional Learning Community (PLC)
2013 – 2014 Libraries of the Future (LOFT) Taskforce
2012 – 2014Social and Academic Support Services Council (SASSC)
2009 – 2012Student Success Council
2009 – 2010Semester Conversion Infrastructure Subcommittee
2005 – 2006Information Literacy Advisory Committee
2003Office for Students with Disabilities Self-Study Committee
2002University 101 Textbook Selection Committee
1996 – 1997 Graduation and Retention Task Force
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY PRESENTATIONS
2015Child Development 444
2014 – 2015Veterans Orientation/Resource Fair
2014College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology (ECST) Professional Development Workshop
2014Nursing Graduate Students Orientation
2014English Language Program (ELP), College of Professional and Global Education (PaGE)
2013University Academic Advisement Center and College Advisors
2013Center for Student Financial Services
2013First-Year Experience Program
2012Journey to Success Parent/Student Panel
2012University Student Union Student Staff Training
2011 - 2012Child Development Association, Department of Child & Family Studies
2011SLIC (Students Learning in Communities) Program
2011Educational Equity Advisory Committee
2011Urban Studies 180
2011 – 2013 Communication Studies 150 Teaching Associates
2010Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) Review Team Visit Poster Session
2010Fall Faculty Day Poster Session
2010STARS (Students Taking Action for Retention and Success) Program, Cross Cultural Centers
2010, 2014Summer Transportation Institute, College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology
2010 – 2014 Health Careers Advisement Office Summer Academy and Pipeline Program for Marc and Eva Stern Mathematics and Science School, Los Angeles, CA
2008University Learning Services Staff presentation on customer service
2008 Chilean faculty visit to learn about the Center and establishing a tutoring program
2007 – 2008 Center for Student Involvement
2004, 2013Academic Advisement Center
2003Escalera Project, James A. Garfield High School
Los Angeles, CA
2003Upward Bound Program
2003MESA (Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement) Schools Program
2002Psi Chi, the National Honor Society in Psychology Cal State L.A. Chapter
2002 – Present Academic Success Workshops, Educational Opportunity Program,
2002 – Present Introduction to Higher Education/Transition to Cal State L.A.
Colleges of Arts & Letters, Business & Economics, Education, Engineering and Technology, Health & Human Services, Natural & Social Sciences, University
2002 – 2004 Freshman/Transfer Orientation Leaders
2002Korean university officials and faculty visit to learn about the Center and establishing a tutoring program
2001 – 2004 Center for Student Development & Programs
2001, 2012Freshman Parent Orientation
2001Youth on Move, Woodrow Wilson High School, Los Angeles, CA
2001Gang-Bridging Program, Pat Brown Institute
2000 – 2003, 2010New Faculty Orientation
2000 – 2002 Gateway to Leadership
2000 – 2003 PALS (Partnership for Academic Learning and Success) Peer Mentoring Program
2000Los Angeles County High School for the Arts
1997 – 2001Fulfillment Fund, Mount Saint Mary’s College, Los Angeles, CA
1996 – PresentAnnual Early Entrance Program (EEP) Provisional Students Introduction to College(Note: Renamed EEP/Honors College Honors Academy in 2012)
1996 – Present Annual Educational Opportunity Program Summer and Mini-Summer Bridge
1987 – 1995New Student (Freshman and Transfer) Orientation
1983 – 1984 Hosted Basketball Tutoring Program, Division of Intercollegiate Athletics,
PROFESSIONAL PRESENTATIONS
2011College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA)
Co-Presenter—“Access and Remediation in Higher Education: Who Wins? Who Loses?”
San Diego, CA
2011Co-Presenter—International Tutor Training Program Certification Committee Pre-Conference Institute on tutor certification
2009Association of Colleges for Tutoring and Learning Assistance (ACTLA) “Certifying My Tutors: How Can I Do That?”
San Diego, CA
2008Association of Colleges for Tutoring and Learning Assistance (ACTLA)
“Tutor Certification: What’s That?”
San Francisco, CA
2007Association of Colleges for Tutoring and Learning Assistance (ACTLA)
“Tutor Roundtable Discussion”
San Diego, CA
2005Association of Colleges for Tutoring and Learning Assistance (ACTLA)
Co-Presenter—“Tutor Roundtable”
Virtual Conference through CCC-Confer
2005College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA)
Co-Presenter—“PowerPoint with Confidence: Making the Transition to Effective Presentations”
Long Beach, CA
2004Association of Colleges for Tutoring and Learning Assistance (ACTLA)
“Oh No, Another Challenging Tutoring Situation”
Virtual Conference through CCC-Confer
2000Association of Colleges for Tutoring and Learning Assistance (ACTLA)
“Quality Learning Center Customer Service: Being Efficient Is Not Sufficient”
Los Angeles, CA
2000College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA)
“Quality Learning Center Customer Service: Being Efficient Is Not Sufficient”
Reno, NV
1997College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA)
Co-Presenter—International Tutor Certification Program Pre-Conference Institute: “Tutor Certification: Professional Standards for Tutor Training”
Sacramento, CA
1987Western College Reading and Learning Association (WCRLA)
“And Here’s to You Mr(s). Robinson—Study Skills Instruction: Back to the Future—Are We in Step with the Times?”
Albuquerque, NM
1982Western College Reading Association (WCRA)
Co-Presenter—“Teaching Study Skills to the Whole Person”
San Diego, CA
TUTOR TRAINING
2011Learning Resource Center, Associated Students (ASI) Tutoring Program, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
2001Learning Assistance Center, Tutorial Services, East Los Angeles College
2000 – 2004 Project GEAR-UP (Gaining Early Awareness of Undergraduate Programs), California State University, Los Angeles
2001Early Entrance Program (EEP), California State University, Los Angeles
2001California Student Opportunity and Access Program (CAL-SOAP),
California State University, Los Angeles
1991Educational Participation in Communities (EPIC) Focus on Youth Volunteer Program, California State University, Los Angeles
1991Talent Search Tutorial Program, California State University, Los Angeles
1990University Preparatory Program (UPP), California State University, Los Angeles
1990Community Service Commission, University of California, Los Angeles
1989United Residents of Estrada Courts Tutorial Project, East Los Angeles
1984Minority Science Scholars Program (MSSP), California State University, Los Angeles
PROFESSIONAL HONORS, AWARDS, AND RECOGNITIONS
2015Council of Learning Assistance and Developmental Education Associations (CLADEA) Fellow. The Council recognizes and honors the most outstanding leaders in the profession. Fellows are selected based on their long-term and significant contributions to the field. Selection as a Fellow represents the highest honor conferred upon professionals in learning assistance, tutoring, and developmental education. Individuals selected as Fellows must be nominated by a current Fellow or by a member association. Dr. Masuda was nominated by the Association for Tutoring and Learning Assistance (ACTLA).
1996 – PresentCertified MasterRubyReviewer, International Tutor Training Program Certification Committee, College Reading and Learning Association
Description: CRLA Reviewers are classified as Reviewer, Advanced Reviewer, or Master Reviewers based on completing training, current or former experience with a CRLA-certified program through ITTPC, years as a reviewer, and reviews programs for Levels 1, 2, & 3.
2008Certificate of Recognition
“For Your Dedication and Unwavering Commitment to Education. Thank You for Your Outstanding Contribution Towards Our Vision for College Preparation in the East Los Angeles Community”
Project GEAR UP (Gaining EarlyAccess and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs)
California State University, Los Angeles
2005Recognition of Outstanding Service as a Selected Field Reviewer of the NADE (National Association for Developmental Education) Self-Evaluation Guides: Models for Assessing Learning Assistance/Developmental Education Programs
National Association for Developmental Education
2002 – 2004Certificate of Appreciation for Serving as an Evaluator
International Mentor Certification Program
College Reading and Learning Association
201235th Year Service Award, California State University, Los Angeles
Description: Presented in recognition of service to the University
2006Award of Appreciation
Student-Athlete Advisory Council
Division of Intercollegiate Athletics
California State University, Los Angeles
Description: Presented upon nomination of a student-athlete to the Student-Athlete Advisory Council for a faculty or staff member for creativity and dedication to inspire students
2002Excellence Award
“For Your Desire, Tenacity and Diligence to Carry Out a Worthy Service to All Students; For Your Patience and Perserverance on the Job …We Congratulate Your and Look Forward to Your Unending Contributions”
Academic Professionals of California, California State University, Los Angeles Chapter
Description: Presented upon action of the Executive Board to members who have provided distinguished long-time service to students
2000“For Three Decades of Helping Our Students to Realize Their Own Intelligence, and Attain Academic Success”
Student Support Program
California State University, Los Angeles
1992“In Recognition of Outstanding Service to the Learning Resource Center and C.S.L.A. Students”
California State University, Los Angeles
1988 – 1992Network of Developmental Education Consultants
National Center for Developmental Education
Appalachian State University, NC
1979Award of Appreciation and Accomplishment
Instructional Media and Technology Program
California State University, Los Angeles
COMMUNITY HONORS, AWARDS, AND RECOGNITIONS
2014Certificate of Congressional Recognition as a Boy Scout Volunteer
Congresswoman Judy Chu, 27th District of California
United States House of Representatives
2014County of Los Angeles Commendation—Boy Scouts of America Volunteer
Supervisor Michael Antonovich, Fifth District
Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors
2008Award for Recognition and Appreciation for Outstanding Service on the City of Rosemead Traffic Commission
City of Rosemead City Council
1999Silver Beaver Award
National Council of the Boy Scouts of America
San Gabriel Valley Council
Description: Presented upon action of a Council Executive Board of the the BSA's local Councils Council for outstanding service to youth within the Council or for outstanding longtime service to youth by a registered Scouter residing within that Council. The average tenure for Silver Beaver candidates is ten years or longer. Highest Council-wide award that can be given to a Scouting volunteer
1997 – 2001Pasadena Tournament of Roses Tournament Troop Advisor, San Gabriel Valley Council, Boy Scouts of America
1996Parent-Teacher Association Honorary Service Award
Emma W. Shuey School
Description: Honorary Service Awards (HSAs) are awarded year round and designed as a unique way for PTA units, councils and districts to publicly acknowledge both individuals and organizations for outstanding community service to children and youth in a community.
1994El Camino Real District Award of Merit
Boy Scouts of America
San Gabriel Valley Council
Description: A council award presented by districts to Scouters who render service of an outstanding nature at the district level.
TRAINING
2014Mental Health First Aid, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), Health Center
2014Moodle Mentor Training
2012Vet Net Ally, Veterans Resource Center
2012, 2014American Red Cross First Aid/CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) /AED (Automated External Defibrillator) Certification
2012Defensive Driver Training
2011Employer’s Responsibility for Disability & Reasonable Accommodation, Human Resource Management
2010American Red Cross First Aid/CPR Training Certification
CENTER ACCOMPLISHMENTS
2014 – 2015Veterans Orientation/Resource Fair information table
2014Participated in Parent Academy Resource Fair
2014Participated in Minority Engineering Program (MEP) Welcome Back BBQ with information table
2014Center student staff training in suicide prevention, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), Health Center
2013Open House
2013Housed Moodle Mentoring Program, Center for Effective Teaching and Learning (CETL)
2012, 2014 – 2015Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) Summer Bridge Resource Fair information table
2011 - 2012Participated in Prep Rally Weekendproviding tutoring and study skills presentations before final exams week
2011- presentPiloted online tutoring using AskOnline, AccuWB, and Link-Systems WorldWideWhiteboard and NetTutor
2010Participated in Fall Faculty Day with information table
2010 - 2011Participated in VIP Day for new students and parents with information table
2010The University Tutorial Center was recognized in the Visiting Team’s Educational Effectiveness Review report by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) as a “Successful programs and interventions at CSULA that have demonstrated success in student retention include…theUniversity…Tutorial Center.” (p. 26)
2009Implemented use of AccuTrack computerized learning management system to better monitor student record-keeping
2009Hosted West Coast AccuTrack Training
2002Completed University Tutorial Center External Review
1996Study conducted by the Office of Analytical Studies, California State University, Los Angeles, of Title III freshman students found that using the University Tutorial Center was a significantly strong predictor of freshman persistence and retention.
1990Tutor training program certified by the International Tutor Training Program Certification Committee of the College Reading and Learning Association. Currently certified at three levels: Certified, Advanced Certified, and Master Certified Tutor
1982 – 1983 Hosted and instructed students in the use of PLATO (Programmed Logic for Automatic Teaching Operations) for computer-based instruction
PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
Association of Colleges for Tutoring and Learning Assistance (ACTLA) Executive Board Positions
201440th Annual Conference Coordinator
Anaheim, CA
2013 - PresentTreasurer
2012 – 2013 Co-Vice President (4-Year Institutions)
2007 – 2009 Publications Coordinator
2004 – 2006Past President
2003 – 2004 President
2002 – 2003 President-Elect
1996 – 2001Secretary
College Reading and Learning Association (CRLA)
1998 – 2004International Mentor Program Certification Committee Evaluator and Mentor
1996 – PresentInternational Tutor Training Program Certification Committee Evaluator and Mentor
Other Professional Associations
2013Council of Learning Assistance and Developmental Education Associations (CLADEA) Ad Hoc Committee to Explore Commissioning White Papers
2004 – 2006The Association for the Tutoring Profession