Faculty List
Research Interest
- Generational Research in Dietetics
- Generational Differences in Teaching and Learning
- Evidence-Based Research in Medical Nutrition Therapy
- Member, American Society of Nutrition
Teaching Interests
- Nutrition Science/Medical Nutrition Therapy for Non-Dietetics Health Professionals
- Food & Culture
- Medical Nutrition Therapy for Dietetics Majors
- Proper Uses of Instructional Technology in Online, Blended, and Face-to-Face Learning Environments
Debi Silverman
MS, RD, FADA
Assistant Professor
Associate Director of Technology, Bruce K. Nelson Faculty Development Center
MS - University of Cincinnati
BS - The Ohio State University
307 Marshall Office
313 Marshall Main
734.487.2491 Office
734.487.4096 Main
734.487.4095 Fax
Certifications
FADA - Charter Fellow of the American Dietetic Association
RD - Registered Dietitian through the Commission on Dietetics Registration
Recent Publications and Presentations
"Technology-Enhanced Strategies That Assess Signicant Student Learning" presented at the 113th meeting of the Higher Learning Commission, Chicago, IL, April 14, 2008
"Achieving Student-Learning Outcomes Through a University Podcasting Program" presented at the 32nd Annual Conference of the Professional and Organizational Development Network in Higher Education, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, October 27, 2007
"Using Online Learning to Compete Successfully in a Rapidly Changing Environment" presented at the Food and Nutrition Conference and Exhibition of the American Dietetic Assoication, Honolulu, Hawaii, September 17, 2006
Awards
Excellence in Online Teaching Award - 2002 from Center for Instructional Technology in Education
American Dietetic Association Foundation Award for Excellence in Practice in Dietetic Education - 1998
Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education Outstanding Dietetics Education Award - Coordinated Programs - 1995
Dietitians in Nutrition Support Distinguished Service Award - 1998
Michigan Dietetic Association Award - 1995
Michigan Dietetic Association Outstanding Dietetic Education Award - Coordinated Programs - 1995
Michigan Dietetic Association Registered Dietitian of the Year - 1990
Dean's Award for Outstanding Service to the College of Health and Human Services








