Current Position and Past Experience
Paul Huckett currently serves as Associate Dean of Executive, Professional, and Pre-Collegiate Education and Lecturer at the Johns Hopkins University Whiting School of Engineering. In this role, he oversees strategy and execution of non-credit credentials, which has led to a 600% increase in enrollments since 2024.
A published researcher and experienced online instructor, Paul has explored topics ranging from instructional design and inclusive teaching to community-building in virtual classrooms. His Coursera courses on these topics have reached tens of thousands of learners worldwide.
Huckett is actively involved with UPCEA, where he currently serves on the Governance and Nominations Committee. His previous leadership roles with the organization include serving as a Member of the Board of Directors, Chair of the Online Administrative Network, and Vice-Chair for Communications and Professional Development.
Education, Honors, and Achievements
Huckett holds a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership from Drexel University and an M.S. in Instructional Technology from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania. He also earned a B.S. in Recreation Management from Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania and a National Diploma in Applied Sports Science from Grimsby Institution of Technology.