JAN VISSER
DR. JAN VISSER earned his Ph.D. in psychology in 1998. He worked as an assistant professor and currently combines teaching with a career as a fiction author. Jan has published twelve academic texts and two fiction novels. His scholarly writing is clear, concise, and to the point, while his creative writing can be described as passionate and engaging. Jan teaches Scholarly Writing and Research Design for Walden University, and he has extensive experience guiding students through the process of writing their thesis or dissertation. He consistently receives excellent evaluations from his students, who praise his commitment and the quality of his feedback.
Jan will help you design your research and write your thesis or dissertation. He can also give general advice on the use of statistics. His strengths include:
1. A thorough knowledge of research design and statistics, including t-tests, ANOVA, MANOVA, regression analysis, factor analysis, and cluster analysis—he can help you determine what type of analysis you should use for your particular research question.
2. A talent for spotting weaknesses in the design of a study—if you’re still in the early stages of your research, he can help you improve your design and put you on the right track.
3. A knack for presenting complex material in easily accessible prose—he will not write your thesis or dissertation for you, but he will assist you in creating a well-written, comprehensible text.
4. Attention to detail—although Jan does not do copy-editing, he will point out errors in spelling and grammar, as part of his writing assistance.
5. A quick turnaround time—you’ll have your stuff back before you can say floccinaucinihilipilification (this is a word, believe it or not).
EDUCATION
PhD, University of Groningen, the Netherlands, Developmental Psychology
MS, University of Groningen, the Netherlands, Psychology
BS, University of Groningen, the Netherlands, Psychology
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Adjunct Faculty, Walden University
Adjunct Faculty, Juniata College, Pennsylvania
Adjunct Faculty, Pennsylvania State University
Assistant Professor, Pennsylvania State University
Research Assistant, University of Groningen, the Netherlands
Part-time Research Assistant, University of Groningen, the Netherlands
PROFESSIONAL PUBLICATIONS:
Visser, J. (2007). Subtypes and comorbidities of developmental coordination disorder. In R. H. Geuze (Ed.), Developmental coordination disorder: a review of current approaches (pp. 83-110). Marseille: Solal Éditeurs.
Visser, J. (2005). Commentary on 'Hypermobility syndrome and developmental coordination disorder: similarities and features.' International Journal of Therapy and Rehabilitation, 12(10), 436-437.
Visser, J. (2005). Sous-types et comorbidités du trouble de l’acquisition de la coordination [Subtypes and comorbidities of developmental coordination disorder]. In R. H. Geuze (Ed.), Le trouble d'acquisition de la coordination. Evaluation et rééducation de la maladresse chez l'enfant [Developmental coordination disorder. A review of current approaches] (pp. 87-115). Marseille: Solal Éditeurs.
Visser, J. (2003). Developmental coordination disorder: a review of research on subtypes and comorbidities. Human Movement Science, 22(4/5), 479-493.
Visser, J. (2001). Review of the Developmental Test of Visual-Motor integration, 4th edition, Revised. In B. S. Plake & J. C. Impara (Eds.), The Fourteenth Mental Measurements Yearbook (pp. 405-407). Lincoln, Nebraska: University of Nebraska Press.
Visser, J., Kroeze, J.H.A., Kamps, W.A. & Bijleveld, C.M.A. (2000). Testing taste sensitivity and aversion in very young children: development of a procedure. Appetite, 34(2), 169-176.
Visser, J. & Geuze, R.H. (2000). Kinaesthetic acuity in adolescent boys. A longitudinal study. Developmental Medicine and Child Neurology, 42, 93-96.
Visser, J., Geuze, R.H. & Kalverboer, A.F. (1999). Fysieke groei en sensomotorische ontwikkeling tijdens de groeispurt in de puberteit [Physical growth and sensorimotor development during the pubertal growth spurt]. Neuropraxis, 3(2), 43-49.
Visser, J. (1999). Beweging in het motoriekonderwijs [Movement in movement science education] [[Review of the book Motorische ontwikkeling van kinderen [Motor development in children]]. De Psycholoog, 34(7/8), 327-328.
Visser, J., Geuze, R.H. & Kalverboer, A.F. (1998). The relationship between physical growth, movement experience and motor skills in adolescence: differences between children with DCD and controls. Human Movement Science, 17, 573-608.
Visser, J., Kroeze, J.H.A., Kamps, W.A. & Bijleveld, C.M.A. (1998). Smaakwaarnemingstest voor kinderen van 3 tot en met 6 jaar [Taste perception test for children aged 3 to 6]. Voeding, 59(3), 29.
Visser, J., Goorhuis, S.M. & Kalverboer, A.F. (1993). De relatie tussen spraak-taal problemen op jonge leeftijd en leerproblemen op latere leeftijd [The relation between language disorders in early childhood and learning problems at later ages]. Stem-, spraak- en taalpathologie, 2(4), 236-246.
DISSERTATION AND THESIS SERVICE:
Master’s Thesis (Committee Member)
Kamora, Jason. (2007). Exploring the relationship between cognitive and emotional changes following a Traumatic Brain Injury. Walden University.
Johnson, Denielle. (2007). Neuropsychology & biofeedback. Walden University.
Haibach, Pamela. (2002). Coordination mode changes through the acquisition of 3-ball cascade juggling. Pennsylvania State University.
Stratton, Shannon. (2001). Power law and exponential functions in motor learning. Pennsylvania State University.
Jordan, Kimberlee. (2001). Task goals and grip force dynamics. Pennsylvania State University.
Dissertation (Committee Member)
Bradway, Bruce M. (2007). Resilience of the Adult and Adolescent American Indian population of Fort Belknap Reservation in Montana. Walden University.
Raffa-Yoo, Dawn Marie. (2007). Cultural bias in facial recognition tests. Are cultural minorities at a disadvantage when facial recognition tests only use Caucasian faces? Walden University.
SKILLS:
Computer Skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, FrontPage, and Image Composer; Word Perfect; SPSS; Minitab; Adobe Photoshop; Angel Course Management System; E-College Course Management System; Blackboard Course Management System
Fluent in four languages (English, German, Dutch, Frisian), proficient in French.
FEEDBACK:
"I am very pleased with the network services. Jan Visser was an amazing support throughout my dissertation process. His guidance on the interpretation and presentation of the statistical results was a vital piece of my dissertation completion and overall success. Due to his effective feedback and instruction, I was able to understand the material and successfully present my dissertation in a scholarly manner." — Contact information on request.
Student Feedback--Course Evaluations
Dr. Visser was the most challenging professor I have had to this point in my Walden experience, but the wealth of information gained has been invaluable. While challenging, he is fair. I was amazed with the depth of his knowledge as well as his ability to convey to students where we needed to improve. He found ways to be positive in his comments, providing encouragement, and his criticisms were always constructive. I cannot say enough good things about him. He is an asset to Walden and should be rewarded for his efforts. I suggest you pay him what he is worth - and whatever you are paying him is not enough :)
The instructor was responsive and specific about his grading. I felt better prepared for my thesis though the statistical areas are a great weakness for me. I appreciated the time he took to make corrections while still being uplifting with what aspects were good and effective. Dr Jan Visser was definitely one of the best instructors I have had at Walden.
Dr. Jan was absolutely great. He graded materials on time and gave really meaningful and constructive feedback. He asked questions to promote further thinking and was incredibly prompt in getting back to me when I had questions. His grading policies were tough, but consistent and fair. I really enjoyed this course and his mentoring.
Dr. Visser was prompt in responding, interactive with students, understanding, considered the needs of the class and modified when necessary, and promoted a positive learning environment!
The instructor is very knowledgable, and while standards are high, he is good at encouraging students and helping to shape work until it meets standards.
Dr. Visser did an outstanding job! I welcome the opportunity to take courses from him in the future.
Dr. Visser was top notch! I really respected his policies and constructive criticism. I liked the fact that he provided timely feedback with thorough information. He demonstrated his knowledge in the course, which helped me to enhance skills in areas that I have struggled with in the past. Because of this course, I feel my writing skills have improved over the past 12 weeks. I also appreciate his bluntess :) He states what he wants, and provides consequences for mistakes that are continuously made--that's my kind of teaching!
