Specialties
Duane specializes in writing about complex topics in ways that are easily understandable to the average person. In his published academic work, he has "translated” highly technical or scientific studies into approaches that can be easily understood and applied by classroom teachers.
Duane also has a wide range when it comes to tone and voice. From a formal academic style in theses, grant proposals, and committee reports, to a highly conversational and somewhat informal style in ebooks, blogs, and web copy, Duane is able to easily switch between styles that best fit the needs of clients.
Interests
As an education professor, Duane is interested in topics related to education, schools, classrooms, and teachers. He recently wrote a book on college admissions aimed at students and their parents.
Duane is also interested in parenting, families, child development, and related subjects.
He is interested in consumer financial subjects such as financial planning, budgeting, investments and retirement, home mortgages, and auto finance.
Duane has traveled extensively throughout Europe and North America and loves sharing these experiences with others.
Education
University of North Texas
Studied choral conducting, with a related field in voice science and pedagogy. Took courses in music history, music literature, performance, and voice science.
University of North Texas
Studied choral conducting, with a related field in music education. Took courses in music history, music literature, education, and performance.
This chapter summarizes the basic principles of vocal production. Written for the practici...
This book is aimed at high school students applying to college as well as their parents. T...
This article appeared in The Choral Journal and is aimed at practicing music teachers and ...
This is an unpublished persuasive academic proposal similar to a white paper that was soli...
Education
20 Projects Completed
Duane has over 25 years of experience in education, including 14 as a university professor. He has published articles in national peer-reviewed journals, authored chapters in academic books, and written numerous grant proposals and academic program reports. His academic writing is well-researched but also aimed at practicing teachers, with a voice and style that is clear and easy to understand.
Kids/Family
10 Projects Completed
Duane has written books, blog posts, and email content about parenting, kids, and families. He is knowledgeable about current research as well as popular publications related to parenting and families. He is able to research any topic to create clear and compelling content that improves the lives of parents and families.
Medical
5 Projects Completed
Duane's academic writing focuses on the anatomy and physiology of the singing voice, including ailments and pathologies that affect healthy vocal function. As a result, he has a broad understanding of anatomical and medical concepts and terminology and can both research and write medical and health-related content with clarity and precision.
Health
5 Projects Completed
Duane's academic writing focuses on the anatomy and physiology of the singing voice, including ailments and pathologies that affect healthy vocal function. As a result, he has a broad understanding of anatomical and medical concepts and terminology and can both research and write medical and health-related content with clarity and precision.
Training
10 Projects Completed
Duane has over 25 years of experience in education, including 14 as a university professor. He has published articles in national peer-reviewed journals, authored chapters in academic books, and written numerous grant proposals and academic program reports. His academic writing is well-researched but also aimed at practicing teachers, with a voice and style that is clear and easy to understand.
Parenting
10 Projects Completed
Duane has written books, blog posts, and email content about parenting, kids, and families. He is knowledgeable about current research as well as popular publications related to parenting and families. He is able to research any topic to create clear and compelling content that improves the lives of parents and families.
Music
30 Projects Completed
As a music education professor with over 15 years of experience in the field, Duane has extensive knowledge and familiarity with a wide variety of musical styles from classical to popular. He is able to thoroughly research any music-related subject area and create articles, blog posts, and other content aimed at users from amateur to professional.
Article
5 Projects Completed
Duane has extensive experience in academic and educational spaces. He has written numerous articles that have been published in peer-reviewed academic journals. He is skilled at researching topics and creating well-organized and clear content based on the research.
He specializes in communicating complex content in easy-to-understand ways, aimed at readers who are practitioners rather than experts.
Book
2 Projects Completed
Duane has experience writing books and book chapters in both academic and personal spaces. He was asked to author a book chapter for a highly reputable international academic publisher. In addition, he authored and self-published a 50,000-word book aimed at college-bound high school students and their parents. He is able to write to a variety of target audiences and in a variety of styles from highly academic to clear and straightforward self-help.
Speech
300 Projects Completed
Duane has extensive experience as a public speaker and has written and presented hundreds of speeches. He has also written numerous speeches for others.
Combined with his academic experience, Duane is able to research any topic and write a well-organized and compelling speech of any length. He has a clear and focused voice and can communicate in interesting ways.
