Type Of Business:
Alternative high school
Expertise:
History; Educational administration; Islamic law; Corporate consulting in ethics
Major Product/SVS:
Secondary education
Hobbies/Sports:
Teaching; Politics; Studying quantum physics, mathematics and anatomy
Education Degrees:
Master of Theology, Harvard University (1996); Ph.D. in American History, The University of New Hampshire (1992) Ph.D. in European History, The University of New Hampshire (1992); Master's Degree in Medieval History, The University of New Hampshire (1988)
Affiliations Awards:
Classical Association of New England; American Historic Society; Board Member, First Principles
Date of Distinction:
10/18/2011
Expanded Biography:
Dr. Cooper, along with her husband, developed Spiral Education, which is an accelerated method of teaching that enhances students’ ability to retain information. The method teaches four components: Western civilization, humanities, the history of science and mathematics, and the history of life sciences. Dr. Cooper’s alternative high school, Liberty Harbor Academy, nurtures students toward their noblest character and greatest potential - intellectually, morally, and spiritually. Dr. Cooper is also the owner of Public Virtues, a corporate and ethics school for businesses. Public Virtues is committed to helping each client create a positive and productive atmosphere for business. It achieves this by asking questions that reveal the underlying problems and challenges facing clients, and then developing effective solutions. If the solution requires a management tool or seminar that does not exist, Public Virtues will create the necessary tools and resources. It also develops training seminars that bridge the gaps between management theories, research, and practical applications.
Charity:
Local Political Campaigns
Number Of Years In Profession:
26
Number Of Years In Current Position:
2
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her mother.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after owning an advertising agency for 15 years; she went back to school and fell in love with teaching.
Extended Bio Profile:
Dr. Cooper, along with her husband, developed Spiral Education, which is an accelerated method of teaching that enhances students’ ability to retain information. The method teaches four components: Western civilization, humanities, the history of science and mathematics, and the history of life sciences. Dr. Cooper’s alternative high school, Liberty Harbor Academy, nurtures students toward their noblest character and greatest potential - intellectually, morally, and spiritually. Dr. Cooper is also the owner of Public Virtues, a corporate and ethics school for businesses. Public Virtues is committed to helping each client create a positive and productive atmosphere for business. It achieves this by asking questions that reveal the underlying problems and challenges facing clients, and then developing effective solutions. If the solution requires a management tool or seminar that does not exist, Public Virtues will create the necessary tools and resources. It also develops training seminars that bridge the gaps between management theories, research, and practical applications.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Teaching history classes; Developing the curriculum; Raising funds for the school; Speaking at engagements on changing education, and on religion and culture; Lecturing on Islamic law and terrorism
Education Certifications:
Certification in International Protocol and Etiquette, The Protocol School of Washington
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Dr. Cooper hopes to change the public education system in the United States.