Moose Alperin, EdD, has been appointed as the inaugural director of online education at Rollins School of Public Health. With a wealth of experience in teaching, instructional design, and digital scholarship, Alperin is poised to lead the school’s expansion of online educational offerings.
In her new role, Alperin will work closely with faculty to develop new online courses and support academic departments in engaging fully online students within the Rollins community. This position is crucial in advancing the school’s strategic plan goal of transforming educational offerings to meet the evolving needs of public health education.
As an associate professor of practice in the Department of Behavioral, Social, and Health Education Sciences, Alperin has a long-standing commitment to public health education and service at Rollins. She has been the director of the Executive MPH Program since 2008 and has been instrumental in the success of various public health training programs at Emory University.
Alperin’s dedication to excellence in online teaching and learning extends beyond Rollins, as she actively contributes to various committees and initiatives at Emory University. Her involvement in the Woodruff Health Educators Academy Steering Committee, Digital Scholarship and Pedagogy Governance Subcommittee, and the Online Education Operation Support Executive Committee showcases her leadership in advancing online education across the university.
Furthermore, Alperin’s contributions to the public health workforce are highly regarded, as she ensures that individuals are well-prepared for the dynamic landscape of public health practice. Her work on the editorial board of Pedagogy in Health Promotion underscores her commitment to promoting effective teaching strategies in the field of public health.
Overall, Alperin’s appointment as the director of online education at Rollins School of Public Health signifies a significant step towards enhancing the school’s online educational offerings and furthering its mission of preparing future public health leaders. Her expertise, dedication, and leadership will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the school, Emory University, and the broader public health community.
