
Virginia Tech
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Academic Background: Ph.D., Educational Technology, Virginia Tech; M.A., Curriculum and Instruction, Appalachian State University; B.A., Communication Studies, Appalachian State University.
Research Interests: Instructional design and technology, distance education, online learning environments, and the impact of technology on teaching and learning.
Appointments: Professor of Education, School of Education, Virginia Tech; Associate Director, School of Education; Director, Instructional Design and Technology Program.
Awards: Multiple awards for excellence in teaching and research, including the Outstanding Faculty Award from Virginia Tech.
Publications: Numerous articles in journals such as Educational Technology Research and Development and Journal of Interactive Online Learning. Co-author of Streamlined ID: A Practical Guide to Instructional Design (Routledge, 2013).
Additional Contributions: Frequent speaker at national and international conferences on instructional technology; consultant for educational institutions on e-learning strategies.