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Eric Royer, Ph.D.

Eric RoyerProgram Director
eric.royer@slu.edu 
phone: (314) 977-4168

Role in the Reinert Center

As program director for distance learning in the Center, Eric focuses primarily on developing programming around distance teaching and assisting both departments and instructors in the design, development, and modification of program-level curriculum and individual-level course content. He coordinates the Online University Teaching Skills Certificate for the Center, researches and writes on distance education topics, and serves on university-level committees on technology and distance teaching.

Areas of Interest and Expertise

  • Distance education theory, including university-level online curriculum development and instructional methods
  • Effective practices in distance course design
  • Multimedia and instructor-generated content
  • Accessibility, inclusive teaching practices, and Universal Design for Learning
  • Educational technologies

Biographical Information

Prior to joining the Reinert Center in October 2019, Eric taught for more than eight years at the post-secondary level, teaching in-person and online courses on international politics, U.S. foreign policy, political economy, and democratic erosion. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Political Science, Master’s degrees in International Relations and Political Science, and a Ph.D. in Political Science.