Heather Farmakis, Ph.D has extensive experience in professional development, distance learning and online instructional design. Dr. Farmakis is an adjunct professor at Lynn University where she currently teaches graduate courses in technology. For over 10 years, she has worked for the School District of Palm Beach County. Her current role is an administrator in Educational Technology; previous positions include an administrator in Professional Development and classroom teacher. Dr. Farmakis has conducted extensive research resulting in her dissertation titled "Investigating the Impact of E-Learner Cognitive Style on the Predictive Value of Student Success in Online Distance Education Courses". Dr. Farmakis currently serves on many dissertation committees assisting doctoral candidates in their topic. She has presented at national and state conferences on professional development and online learning. Dr. Farmakis is certified in Elementary Education (1-6), English for Speakers of Other Languages (K-12) and Educational Leadership (All Levels).