Marion Franklin Cannon, MSIT

Lecturer in Computer Science
School of Computing, Analytics, and Modeling Dr. Perry College of Mathematics, Computing, and Sciences

678-839-4130
mcannon@westga.eTSzWtRegOYmEcmRBDJfKiCdu

Technology Learning Center - Room 2224
Office Hours
Spring Semester 2025
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Face-to-Face OR Online: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Online Only: Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
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To better serve your needs, office hours are available by appointment. This guarantees you dedicated time with me. I still welcome walk-ins, but I will prioritize scheduled appointments. You can book your appointment using this link: https://bit.ly/CannonSpr2025

If you cannot make it to my scheduled office hours, please contact me to arrange an appointment at another time.

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Marion Franklin Cannon, MSIT
Biography

Marion is a dedicated educator with a passion for empowering students through technology and career development. Her diverse background includes experience as a Computer Information Systems and Computer Applications Adjunct Instructor at West Georgia Technical College, an Introduction to Computers Adjunct Instructor at Chattahoochee Technical College, and a Career and Technical Education Teacher at the Atlanta College and Career Academy with Atlanta Public Schools. This breadth of experience, coupled with her certification as a career development professional, allows her to make a significant impact on students at multiple levels.

Marion holds an AAS in Office Administration and a BAS in Administrative Management from Clayton State University, an AAS in Computer Information Systems Networking Specialist from Chattahoochee Technical College, and an MS in Information Technology from Kennesaw State University. She is also a Certified Professional Educator through the Georgia Professional Standards Commission.

In her free time, Marion enjoys expressing her creativity through crafts using a variety of materials like vinyl, paper, beads, fabric, and yarn. She also extends her passion for student development by maintaining a career services blog, offering advice and resources to help others navigate their professional journeys.

Education / Degrees
  • A.A.S., Office Administration, Clayton State University, 2007
  • B.A.S., Administrative Management, Clayton State University, 2010
  • A.A.S., Computer Information Systems Networking Specialist, Chattahoochee Technical College, 2013
  • M.S., Information Technology, Kennesaw State University, 2016
  • Graduate Certificate, Health Information Technology, Kennesaw State University, 2016
  • Certified Professional Educator, Georgia Professional Standards Commission, 2023
  • Graduate Certificate, Data Analytics and Intelligent Technology, Kennesaw State University, 2025
Courses Taught
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Other Information

Career Development Credentials and Certifications

Marion is a Certified Career Services Provider (CCSP). This multi-purpose credential demonstrates the essential skills needed to provide career services in any setting. Marion's other career development credentials and certifications include:

  • Certified Student Career Coach (CSCC)
  • School Career Development Advisor (SCDA)
  • Facilitating Career Development Instructor (FCDI)
  • Global Career Development Facilitator – Instructor (GCDF-I)
  • Strong Interest Inventory (SII)
  • Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)
  • Murphy-Meisgeier Type Indicator for Children (MMTIC)
  • Certified Hidden Job Market Coach (CHJMC)
  • Academy Certified Resume Writer (ACRW)
  • Certified Professional Resume Writer (CPRW)