Allen Kitchel

Allen Kitchel is an Associate Professor in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Idaho, affiliated with the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences. He is based at the Coeur d'Alene Center and contributes significantly to Career and Technical Education (CTE), particularly in business and marketing education.

• Ph.D. in Education, Emphasis in Educational Technology and Assessment, University of Idaho, 2006
• M.Ed. in Business Education, Business/Marketing and Vocational Education, University of Idaho, 1993
• B.S. in Business Finance, University of Idaho, 1988

Dr. Kitchel's research focuses on the professional development of CTE teachers, curriculum and program development in business education, best practices in online pedagogy, and educational technology adoption. His work emphasizes practical models for teacher training and technology integration in secondary education. He has contributed extensively to teacher competency frameworks and standards alignment in Idaho.

His recent publications reflect a strong trend in Career and Technical Education research, with emphasis on teacher development, experiential learning models, and curriculum design for emerging career fields like green careers. The articles demonstrate consistent collaboration with colleagues and a focus on empirical assessment of educational needs and delivery methods.

Dr. Kitchel has received multiple honors for his teaching and service, including:

• Finalist, Outstanding Assistant Professor Award (2011)
• Outstanding Faculty Award, Disability Support Services (2008-09, 2000-01)
• University Business Teacher of the Year (2007)
• Vandal Helping Hand Award (2002, 2001)

He has served as Principal Investigator on several funded research projects related to business education standards and program development. His outreach includes coordinating regional student conferences such as DECA and Business Professionals of America. He teaches courses in CTE leadership, student organizations, business education methods, and quantitative research.

Dr. Kitchel is actively involved in curriculum development and teacher training initiatives, particularly through collaborations with the Idaho Division of Professional-Technical Education. He has no listed advisees in the provided text, but his mentorship is evident through outreach and professional development programs.