Amanda Pacheco, Ed.D.
Instructional Specialist, General Education Program
Adjunct Instructor, Interdisciplinary Studies / Integrative General Studies
College of Undergraduate Studies
Email: amanda.pacheco@ucf.edu
Research Interests
Career Development, Experiential Learning, Alternative Education Models, Teaching and Learning
Publications
Book Chapters/Journal Articles
- Dressier, S., Cedercreutz, K., & Pacheco, A. (2011). Strengthening curriculum through Student Learning Outcome Assessment in Experiential Learning. Journal of Hospitality & Tourism Education, 23(2), 41–47. https://doi.org/10.1080/10963758.2011.10697005
Conference Presentations
- Cruz, C., Farless, P., Johnson, E., Pacheco, A, Vaughn, J. (2022, February). Digital Portfolios. Teaching and Learning Day. University of Central Florida. Orlando, FL.
- Johnson, E., Pacheco, A, Vaughn, J. (2021, November). Developing your E-Portfolios. Panel Presentation for Fulbright Scholars. University of Central Florida. Orlando, FL.
- Pacheco, A. (2017, June). ePortfolios at UCF: Different Perspectives. Panelist for the QEP “What’s Next” ePortfolio Bootcamp event. University of Central Florida. Orlando, FL.
- Pacheco, A. (Panel Moderator), Bindell, J. (Panelist), & Eigenbrode, S. (Panelist) (2010, October). “Best practices for the development of sustainable partnerships.” Panel presented at Service-Learning Day, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL.
- Pacheco, A. (2010, May; 2009, May; 2008, May; 2007, May; 2006, May). “Internship best practices: Criteria for success.” Presented at the annual Summer Faculty Development Conference, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL.
- Pacheco, A. (2010, May; 2009, May; 2008, May; 2007, May; 2006, May). “Legal issues, forms, and contracts for internships.” Presented at the annual Summer Faculty Development Conference, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL.
- Pacheco, A. (2008, September). “What to do with the t-shirt once you’ve been there and done that: Using reflection to inspire student growth.” Presented at the annual Florida Association of International Educators conference, Orlando, FL.
- Pacheco, A. & Herold, J. (2006, May). “Working with industry for strong internship partnerships.” Presented at the annual Summer Faculty Development Conference, University of Central Florida, Orlando, FL.
- Pacheco, A. (2006). Compensation issues surrounding experiential learning programs. Proceedings of the centennial Cooperative Education and Internship Association conference.
- Pacheco, A. (2006, April). “To pay or not to pay interns: That is the question.” Presented at the annual meeting for the Cooperative Education and Internship Association, Cincinnati, OH.
- Kersenbrock, A., Pacheco, A., & Broeker, C. (2004, March). “Operation paycheck: Lessons learned.” Roundtable presented at the annual meeting for the League for Innovation in the Community College, San Francisco, CA.
- Barnett, L., Burgess, D., Beheler, A., & Pacheco, A. (2003, October). “Working connections IT faculty development institute closes the IT instructional gap.” Presented at the annual Conference on Information Technology of the League for Innovation in the Community College, Milwaukee, WI.
- Pacheco, A. (1999). “Using the Myers Briggs Type Indicator.” Presented at a meeting for Counselor Education doctoral candidates, University of Virginia.
Awards
- UCF Digital Curriculum Innovation Initiative Award (With Danielle Eadens & Karen Haslett), 2023
- UCF Men’s Soccer Faculty Member of the Game, 2018
- Institute of Hospitality Education Research Award, 2010
- Central Floridian of the Week, News Channel 13, 2010
- Someone You Should Know, Central Florida Lifestyle Magazine, 2010
- Outstanding Faculty Advisor of the Year, Stetson University, 2000