About Chris
Christian Rogers, Ph.D.
Teacher & Creator
Christian Rogers received his Bachelors of Science in Visual Communications Technology, a Masters of Education in Career & Technology Education at Bowling Green State University & a Ph.D. at the University of Toledo in the field of educational technology with a focus in media production. He was Lecturer & Academic Advisor in Visual Communication Technology at Bowling Green State University before joining Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis as an Associate Professor in Computer Graphics Technology in the Purdue School of Engineering & Technology at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI). He teaches courses in the fundamentals of video production to advanced motion design as well as themed entertainment and conducts research in the area of experiential learning, innovation education, and the use of pervasive technology in educational space.
Refereed
Publications
Conference Proceedings
Invited
Presentations
Grants
Accepted
Education
2000 - 2004
Bachelors of Science
Visual Communication Technology>
Bowling Green State University
2004 - 2006
Masters of Education
Career & Technology Education
Bowling Green State University
2007 - 2013
Ph.D. in Curriculum & Development
Educational Technology
University of Toledo
Academic Positions
Aug 2001 - May 2005
Bowling Green City Schools - Bowling Green, OH
Trainer & Technician
- Taught workshops on video creation and Adobe Creative Suite to principals and teachers
- Provided technical assistance for over 100 Apple systems within the school district
Jan 2003 - Aug 2003
University of Findlay - Findlay, OH
Academic Technology Assistant (Intern)
- Trained faculty in media applications: Microsoft PowerPoint, Adobe Photoshop, iDVD, and portfolio creation
- Co-taught one ESL course with the Dean of Education on web design
- Coordinated a week-long training program for faculty on server and network administration provided by Apple Computer
- Developed the business plan to open a computer store within the University Bookstore
Aug 2003 - Dec 2003
Sylvania Northview High School – Sylvania, OH
Student Teacher
- Taught classes in video production, photography, photojournalism, computer-aided design, information technology, and web design
- Developed lesson plans following Tech-Prep Curriculum Standards
Aug 2004 - May 2006
Bowling Green State University - Bowling Green, OH
Teaching Assistant, Department of Visual Communication
- Taught three sections of Introduction to Visual Communication and Technology
- Served as lead instructor teaching both lecture and lab for intro course
July 2004 - Aug 2008
Bowling Green State University - Bowling Green, OH
Instructor, Continuing & Extended Education
- Taught workshops in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Final Cut Pro, Motion & DVD Studio Pro that stressed hands-on, application-based learning for employees of corporate clients and school systems
- Consistently received excellent to outstanding ratings on instructor evaluations
Aug 2006 – July 2013
Bowling Green State University - Bowling Green, OH
Visual Communications Technology/Technology Education
Instructor – August 2006-May 2012
Lecturer – May 2012-July 2013
- Oversaw video production track: teaching introductory, intermediate and advanced video production (see Courses Taught below)
- Taught courses in media communication and client relationship
- Supervised multiple internship experiences (including ESPN, MTV, Nickelodian)
- Continuing academic advisor for over 60 students in the Visual Communications Technology degree program
- Advised 23 students in the Technology Education degree program (2006-2007)
- Managed six graduate assistants in Intro to Visual Communications course
Aug 2013 - Present
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis – Indianapolis, IN
Computer Graphics Technology, Purdue School of Engineering & Technology
Associate Professor
- Teaches courses in motion design and themed entertainment
- Academic Advisor
- Mentor in multiple undergraduate research projects
- Faculty Fellow - Student Innovation
Professional Positions
May 2001 - Aug 2005
Hudson Cable Television - Hudson, OH
Technical Assistant/Producer/Editor
- Created graphics and video effects using Photoshop, After Effects and Final Cut Pro
- Wrote and produced a monthly news magazine targeting the youth market that featured teen issues, technology, entertainment, and current events
- Served as project coordinator during the development of a new course in broadcast journalism for Hudson High School. Collaborated with the station manager, classroom teacher, and city and school administrators to design the core curriculum, learning objectives, and methods of assessment for the course through which high school students wrote and produced a monthly news magazine. Researched broadcast journalism curricula, outlined technical requirements, and wrote a technical manual on station operations used as one of the textbooks for the course.
May 2005 - Aug 2005
Century Marketing - Bowling Green, OH
Marketing and Web Intern
- Designed packaging for new and existing products (e.g., label boxes, golf ball tins).
- Initiated new ways to build brand awareness through e-marketing and personalized communication.
- Trained 20 employees on basic features and applications of Microsoft PowerPoint.
Dec 2002 - Aug 2006
Apple Inc. - Cupertino, CA
BGSU Campus Representative
- Planned and coordinated various sales promotion activities designed to increase faculty/ staff and student awareness of Apple computers and related products. Informed members of the campus community of new product introductions and pricing options.
- Worked with University administrators to integrate new instructional technologies, and with student leaders to offer sponsorship for fund-raising and philanthropic events.
- Participated in a focus group (one of four campus representatives invited nationally) along with the senior leadership of the Higher Education Sales Division to redesign the campus-based sales program and develop the strategy for recruiting, training, and retaining the national student sales force.
May 2005 – July 2013
CMC Group - Bowling Green, OH
Marketing Consultant/Media Specialist
- Developed online and iPad/iPhone app as a tool for kitchen managers and foodservice operators, utilizing HTML, CSS, PHP, AJAX and MySQL
- Conceptualized the company’s online strategy. Redesigning their web site to capitalize on emerging communication technologies (e.g., Podcasting, live chats, SMS messaging)
- Developed packaging for both domestic and international product launches
- Produced multiple videos and promo packages utilizing Adobe After Effects and Final Cut Pro
Dec 2006 - Present
Great Lakes Cru Inc. - Indianapolis, IN
Technical Conference Director – Multiple Conferences
- Manages a yearly team of over 55 individuals yearly
- Manages a relationship with the Indianapolis Convention Center and JW Marriott
- Manages a relationship with Bartha Audio/Visual (sound, lighting, stage design) and Markeys (power, rigging)
- Manages a relationship with Cameras and Crew (live video production and projection)
- Involved in the creation process for stage design and implements that design
- Selects each individual key member (video directors, video production coordinator, media design, audio director, playback, video switcher, ballroom crew supervisor, ballroom crew heads, and display operator)
- Oversees a budget of over $95,000 yearly.
- Responsible for all technical aspects (lighting, audio, camera, projection) of seven main meetings at the conference, including a team of 7 interns that are responsible for graphic slide creation and video creation
June 2011 - Present
Freelance Consulting/Media Design
- Great Seminars Online: Web design (Wordpress), Videographer, photographer, instructional designer for physical therapy CEU provider - Washington D.C. (August, 20009 – Present)
- Razr Creative – Web design (Wordpress)
- Sterling, Ledet & Associates – Trainer in Adobe After Effects for St. Gregory Group - Cincinnati, Ohio (October, 2009)
- Peak Enterprises – Package design and social marketing consultant for Tung Brush – Sarasota, Florida (January, 2011 – Present)
- Lifeformations – Videographer for museum and exhibit design
- BGSU Newspaper – Video Production Trainer
- TEDx BGSU – Technical Production consultant and core committee member
- Maintains primary website utilizing HTML, CSS, Javascript and PHP
Research
-
Experiential Learning
-
Technology-Supported Directed Reflection
-
Innovation Education
-
Implications of User Experiences
Experiential Learning
As a professor in video production and motion design and practitioner, Dr. Rogers has found it crucial to students’ learning that each have experiences that effect the society in which he/she lives. It is with this belief that he has adapted his classes to involve real-world projects. His students have worked with clients on educational videos for the Indiana Department of Corrections, the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (2 projects) and the Ronald McDonald House of Indiana, marketing videos for the Youth Philanthropy Initiative of Indiana, Washington Township Schools and the IUPUI School of Philanthropy. His students are currently working on a series of training videos for passport usage with the State Department in a partnership with the Diplomacy Lab.
Technology-Supported Directed Reflection
Making experiential learning a cornerstone of his educational philosophy also means providing students the opportunity to reflect. Through research and studies he has found directed reflection offers opportunities for deeper learning and also the ability to advance students metacognitive skills. He has also found that there is a latency between when students experience and when they reflect, therefore tainting the reflection content. It is with this in mind that he is currently working with a team to develop EASEL (Education through Application-Supported Experiential Learning). The EASEL system pushes content to the student’s mobile device before an experience is scheduled, tracks the experience time and location and provides the student prompted reflection items within minutes after the experience is no longer tracked. Along with prototype development he is also in discussions to form partnerships with nursing, occupational therapy and dentistry. The system will work in tandem with current learning management systems.
Innovation Education
Building upon my work in experiential education and user experience design (see research section) I have conducted research to understand best practices in teaching innovative practices to students. I was granted two faculty fellowships by University College to develop a specialized Summer Bridge in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. I have also engaged with multiple areas of the campus on innovation at IUPUI and throughout the city of Indianapolis. Currently, I am starting on a Welcoming Campus Initiative project to support this effort.
Implications of User Experiences
With the advent of pervasive devices such as the Oculus Rift (virtual reality headset) and Leap Motion (hand detection), new environments are being created that allow for new ways of learning and training. The user experience is crucial to the creation of these environments. Dr. Rogers has worked on multiple projects in this area of research. Most notably, he have been involved with the user design of the Advanced Virtual Manufacturing Lab and user experience of training on a CNC machine in this environment. He has also worked with individuals in the Department of Kiniesology to utilize the Oculus Rift to study weight shift management and in Biomedical Engineering to study the implications of utilizing the Leap Motion to help victims of phantom limb syndrome.
Projects
Themed Entertainment
Photography / Branding
AR in Makerspaces
Photography / Ui
Point Barter
Development / Ui
JagStart
Development / VideoPublications
-
Teaching
-
Research
-
Service
Refereed Journal Publications
- Rogers, C. (2019 Transforming Students through Integrative and Transformative Learning in a Field-Based Experience. Journal of Transformative Learning. University of Central Oklahoma, Vol 6, Issue 1, p39-49
- Renguette, C., Rogers, C., Seig, M., & Schnepp, J. (2018). Perceptions of an Experiential Learning Platform Design: Enhancing The User Experience. The World Association for Case Methods Research & Application
- Rogers, C. (n.d.). Transforming Students through Integrative Learning Within A Field-Based Experience: Combining Technical, Creative and Intercultural Components Within A Media Production Course. Journal of Transformative Learning. University of Central Oklahoma
- Schnepp, J., Rogers, C., (2017). “Evaluating the Acceptability and Usability of EASEL: A Mobile Application that Supports Guided Reflection for Experiential Learning Activities”. Journal of Information Technology Education: Innovations in Practice, 16, 195-214. doi:10.28945/3791
- Studer, M., Benton, M., Rogers, C., & Quirke, M. (2017). We Are All Teachers: Modeling Democratic Engagement in Faculty Development. Michigan Journal of Community Service Learning, 23(2), 150-154.
- Rogers, C. & Schnepp, J. (2015). Students Perceptions of an Alternative Testing Method: Hints as an Option for Exam Questions. The ASEE Computers in Education (CoED)
- Rogers, C. (2014). The Utilization of Rasch Measurement to Evaluate a Survey for Online Training. Journal for Liberal Arts & Sciences. Oakland City University. 18 (2)
- Rogers, C., (n.d.) The Case for An Innovative Experience for First Year Students. Innovative Higher Education. Springer Publishing
Book Chapters
- Rogers C., Renguette C., Cooper S., Renshaw S., Seig M.T., Schnepp J. (2019) Developing an Adaptive Mobile Platform in Family Medicine Field Experiences: User Perceptions. In: Uskov V., Howlett R., Jain L., Vlacic L. (eds) Smart Education and e-Learning 2018. KES SEEL-18 2018. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies, vol 99. Springer, Cham
- Schnepp J., Rogers C. (2015) Just Give Me a Hint! An Alternative Testing Approach for Simultaneous Assessment and Learning. In: L. Uskov V., Howlett R., Jain L. (eds) Smart Education and Smart e-Learning. Smart Innovation, Systems and Technologies, vol 41. Springer, Cham.
Refereed Conference Publication
- Rogers, C., Cooper, S., Renshaw, S., Schnepp, J., Renguette, C. & Seig, M.T. (2017). Developing a Just-in-Time Adaptive Mobile Platform for Family Medicine Education: Experiential Lessons Learned. In J. Dron & S. Mishra (Eds.), Conference Publication of E-Learn: World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education 2017 (pp. 948-954). Chesapeake, VA: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE) - Acceptance rate of 25%-39%
- Rogers, C. & Schnepp, J. (2014). Teaching During The Final Exam: How Providing Hints Can Help. ASEE International Conference. June 15-June 17, 2014
Refereed Conference Proceedings
- Rogers, C., Schnepp, C. (2019) “Building Effective Assessments through Empathy for Students”. 2019 Assessment Institute, Indianapolis, IN
- Rogers, C., Bowman, H., (2019) “Developing a Sense of Continuity for All Students: Infusing the Undergraduate Profiles into the First-Year Experience Curriculum”. Poster Session. 2019 Assessment Institute, Indianapolis, IN
- Vignare, K., Rogers, C. (2019) “Early Results on Personalized Learning: The Road to Improving Gateway Course DFW Rates. 2019 Assessment Institute, Indianapolis, IN
- Cooper S., Rogers C., (2018) “Does Using Mobile Technology Enhance Experiential Learning for Medical Students?”. Austin, Texas 2018 Information Technology in Academic Medicine Conference. June 5-8, 2018
- Rogers, C., Bowman, H. (2018) Developing a Culture of Innovation & Entrepreneurship in the First-Year Experience. First Year Experience Conference. San Antonio, Texas. February 11-13, 2018
- Cooper S., Rogers C., (2018) “Does Using Mobile Technology Enhance Experiential Learning for Medical Students?”. Austin, Texas 2018 Information Technology in Academic Medicine Conference. June 5-8, 2018
- Rogers, C. B., Renguette, C. C. (2017). Cognition & Learning Roundtable. Washington D.C.: The Center for Innovative Research in Cyberlearning
- Schnepp, J., Renguette, C., Rogers, C. (2017). EASEL - Education through Application-Supported Experiential Learning - Poster Session. Washington D.C.: The Center for Innovative Research in Cyberlearning
- Schnepp, J., Rogers, C., (2017). Toward a Mobile Application that Supports Directed Reflection on Experiential Learning Activities. EduTeach 2017. Second Canadian International Conference on Advances in Education, Teaching & Technology. Toronto, Canada. July 29-31 2017
- Rogers, C. (2017). Workshop: Creating a Learner Experience They Will Remember. What Would Walt do?. International Society for Exploring Teaching & Learning. Orlando, FL October 11-14, 2017
- Rogers, C. (2016). Creating A Syllabus that They Will Want to Read. Quick Hits Presentation. Midwest SoTL Conference. April 1, 2016
- Rogers, C. (2016). Supporting Directed Reflection with Technology in Field Experiences. International Society for Exploring Teaching & Learning. Salt Lake City, UT, October 13-15, 2016
- Hall, N., Rogers C., Schnepp, J., Whinery, T., Maillet, M., Smith, V., and Gokul, S. 2016, April 8. EASEL (Education through Application Supported Experiential Learning). Poster session presented at IUPUI
- Rogers, C. (2015). Killing Two Birds with One Stone: Civic Engagement & Experiential Learning. Prism of Possibilities Conference. Bowling Green, Ohio. March 5-7, 2015
- Rogers, C. (2015). Creating the Well-Rounded Student: Skill Development, Experiential Learning & Civic Engagement. 2015 IUPUI Research Day, April 17, 2015
- Rogers, C. (2015). Killing Three Birds with One Stone: Civic Engagement, Experiential Learning & Skill Development. International Society for Exploring Teaching & Learning. Savannah, GA. October 15-17, 2015
- Schnepp, J., Rogers, C. (2015). Challenging The Agile Learner through Variations in Assessment. International Society for Exploring Teaching and Learning, Savannah, GA. October 15-17, 2015
- Schnepp, J., & Rogers, C. (2014). Giving Hints on A test Isn't Cheating?!!. International Higher Education Teaching and Learning Conference 2014 Conference Proceedings. Anchorage, Alaska
- Schnepp. J, & Rogers, C. (2014). Gamification Techniques for Academic Assessment. International Society for Exploring Teaching & Learning. Denver, CO. October 16-18, 2014
- Rogers, C. & Schnepp, J. (2014). Employing Hints to Facilitate Real-World Assessments. Assessment Institute in Indianapolis (Poster). Indianapolis, IN. October 19-21, 2014
- Rogers, C. (2014). Asking the Right Questions to Get the Right Answers. The Conference on Human Development in Asia. Hiroshima, Japan. March 2-4, 2014
- Rogers, C. (2014). A Case for Real World Projects: A Partnership with Penitentiary. In J. Viteli & M. Leikomaa (Eds.), Proceedings of EdMedia: World Conference on Educational Media and Technology 2014 (p. 523). Waynesville, NC: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)
- Rogers, C. (2013). You Don’t Need to Be in Hollywood to Learn Video: An Exercise to Reinforce Learning. Sloan-C International Conference. Walt Disney Swan & Dolphin Resort, Orlando, Florida. November 20, 2013
Invited Presentations
- Rogers, C., (2020). The First Step to Teaching May Be In Our Students Shoes. E.C. Moore Symposium. March 6, 2020
- Schnepp, J., Rogers, C., (2018). Keynote Presentation: Technology-Enhanced Active Learning: Extending Pedagogy through Digital Tools. EduTeach 2018. Third Canadian International Conference on Advances in Education, Teaching & Technology. Toronto, Canada. July 28-30, 2018
- Rogers, C. (2018). A Design Thinking Approach To Understanding Our Students. Big Wahooie, For Those Who Teach. University College. IUPUI, April 6, 2018
Grants Related to Teaching
- Renguette C, Rogers C, (Co-PI, 45% effort) (2018). Experiential Learning, Reflection, and Technology: Development. Sponsored by Center for Research & Learning, IU Internal. $2,000.00 (Sep 2018 - April 2019)
- Rogers, C. (PI, 50% effort) Schnepp, J. Renguette, C. (2018) “Customer Discovery with EASEL” - NSF iCorp Node Grant -$2,500.00
- Rogers C. (2018). Release Time for Research - OVCR Grant - $8,632.60
- Renguette C, Rogers C, (Co-PI, 45% effort) (2018). Experiential Learning, Reflection, and Technology. Sponsored by Center for Research & Learning, IU Internal. $2,000.00
- Rogers C., Bowman, H. (2018) Developing Community, Connections and Creativity Before The First Year, Welcoming Campus Initiative – OVCR Grant - $41,268.00
- Rogers C., (2018) CEG Conference Travel Grant – Center for Teaching and Learning, IUPUI - $1,000.00
- Rogers C., (PI, 70% effort) Renshaw, S., & Cooper, S. (2017). Curriculum Enhancement Grant - Center for Teaching & Learning, IUPUI - $5,000.00
- Rogers, C. (PI, 100% effort) (2017) “Experiential Learning & Assessment with a Community-Based Documentary”. Indiana Campus Compact - $2,500.00
- Rogers C. (PI, 100% effort) (2016). Washington Township Schools Parent Marketing Video - $500.00
- Rogers C. (PI, 100% effort) (2016). HCI Design in Technology-Supported Directed Reflection, OVCR iTEC Grant ($1,600.00)
- Rogers C. (PI, 100% effort) (2016). Service Learning Assistant Scholar - Office of Service Learning ($2,500.00)
- Rogers, C. (PI, 100% effort) (2016) RISE Grant ($2,500.00)
- Rogers C. (PI, 100% effort) (2016). Education through Application-Supported Experiences - RSFG OVCR Grant - $29,529.00
- Rogers C. (PI, 100% effort) (2015). Development in Technology-Supported Directed Reflection - IUPUI Office of Academic Affairs - $4,118.00
- Rogers C. (PI, 100% effort) (2015) Overseas Conference Grant, Indiana University - $1,000.00
- Rogers, C. (PI, 100% effort) (2013). Solution Center/PEN Products Grant
Awards
- Trustees Teaching Award, University College (2020)
- FACET Innovate Awards Finalist (2018)
- Trustees Teaching Award, School of Engineering & Technology (2017)
- Teaching with Canvas Pioneer Award Honorable Mention ($500 stipend) (2015)
Secured In-kind Donations Related to Assessment of Experiential Learning
- Rogers C. (2015) Youth Philanthropy Initiative Donation - $1750.00
- Rogers C, (2014) Canon Cameras Donation - $1359.96
- Rogers C, (2014) Audio-Technica Donation - $1076.00
- Rogers C, (2014) Westcott Lighting Donation - $2162.90
Refereed Journal Publications
- **Rogers, C., El-Mounaryi, H., Wasfy, T., & Satterwhite, J. (2018). Assessment of STEM e-Learning in an Immersive Virtual Reality (VR) Environment. The ASEE Computers in Education (CoED) Journal, 8(4)
- **Rogers, C., Lau, J., Huynh, D., Albertson, S., Beem, J., & Qian, E. (2016). Capturing the Perceived Phantom Limb through Virtual Reality. Advances in Human-Computer Interaction, 2016, 1-6. doi:10.1155/2016/8608972 **Indicates co-publishing with students
Refereed Conference Publication
- Rogers, C. (2016). Mobile Learning with Active Navigation. In Proceedings of E-Learn: World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education 2016 (pp. 1253-1263). Chesapeake, VA: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE).
- Rogers, C. (2016). W2: Considering User Experience: Developing and choosing tools to enhance online learning. In Proceedings of E-Learn: World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education 2016 (pp. 1423-1424). Chesapeake, VA: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE).
- Rogers, C., Smith, B., Guy, J. (2013). 3D Imaging in the NeuroSciences. Joint Board of Advisors Meeting. School of Engineering & Technology. Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana. October 25, 2013
Grants Related to Research
- Rogers, C., El-Mounari, H., Miled, Z. B., (PI, 50% effort) (2018). “Creating of a Common Interface for Blending Virtual & Physical”. Sponsored by Sony Research. - $100,000. (Oct 2018 - Oct 2019)
- El-Mounari, H., Rogers, C., (PI, 45% effort) (2018). “Assessment of Mixed-Reality virtual environment for STEM learning”. Sponsored by Center for Research & Learning, IU Internal. $1,599.00. (Sep 2018 - April 2019)
- Rogers, C., (PI, 70% effort) Ganci, A., Price, J. (2018). “Defining Questions Between Learner and User Experience Design”. NSF REU Grant - $287,370.00
- El-Mounayri, H., Rogers, C. (Co-PI, 40% effort),), Frend, C. (Co-PD/PI), Wasfy, T. M. (Co-PD/PI), Satterwhite, J. (Co-PD/PI), (2017) "Assessment of Mixed-Reality virtual environment for STEM learning," Sponsored by Center for Research & Learning, IU Internal, $2,000.00. (May 2017 - August 2017)
- Rogers C. (Co-PI, 100% effort) (2016). Purdue Summer Research Grant - $10,400
- Hill, J, Rogers, C. (Co-PI, 40% effort), Nicholas, C. (2015) User-Centered Intelligent Collaboration Software. ($13,000.00)
- Smith, B. & Rogers, C. (Co-PI, 30% effort), Streepey, J. (2014). Assessing the Effectiveness of New Virtual Reality Technology for Inducing Instability during Stance. Sponsored by Center for Research & Learning, IU Internal. ($2,000.00)
- Yoshida, K., Rogers, C., (Co-PI, 50% effort), Baldwin, D., Smith, B., (2014) Development of a virtual reality based psychophysical assessment method to capture the perceived arm position of the amputee phantom limb. ($2,000.00)
- El-Mounayri, H., Wasfy, T., Fernandez, E., Rogers, C., (Co-PI, 30% effort), Peters, J., (2014) Assessment of the impact of next generation augmented virtual reality (VR) technology on STEM e-learning. ($2,000.00)
Bowling Green State University
- Aug 2006 - May 2007 New Faculty Learning Community
- Aug 2006 - May 2007 Advisor, Visual Communications Technology Student Organization
- Aug 2006 - May 2007 College of Education Undergraduate Program Council
- Aug 2006 - May 2007 College of Technology Undergraduate Program Council
- Aug 2006 - May 2007 NCATE Accreditation Process Overseer
- Aug 2006 - May 2007 NCATE Accreditation Process Overseer
- Jan 2007 - May 2007 Department Chair Search
- Aug 2006 - May 2008 Center for Teaching and Learning Advisory Board
- Aug 2007 - May 2008 Web 2.0 Learning Community
- Jan 2008 - May 2008 Department Chair Search
- Aug 2008 - May 2009 Advisor, Apple Student User Group
- Aug 2009 - Dec 2009 BGSU Perspective General Education Committee
- Aug 2009 - May 2010 Active Learning & The Transition To Digital Learning Community
- Aug 2006 - May 2010 Chair, Office of Student Affairs Campus MultiFaith Alliance
- Oct 2011 – Dec 2012 Course Developer, Video Production Techniques (Wiley Publishing/ITT Tech)
- Apr 2012 – May 2012 Chair Evaluation Committee
- Aug 2013 – May 2013 Visual Communication Assessment Committee
- Jan 2013 – May 2013 Student Union Conference Event Planning Search Committee
IUPUI - Department of Computer Information & Graphics Technology
- Aug 2013 – May 2014 Cross Program (CGT & CIT) Web Collaborative Committee
- Aug 2014 – May 2015 Member, Computer Information Technology Lecturer Search Committee
- Aug 2016 - Present CGT Lecturer Search Committee
IUPUI - Service to the Department of Computer Information & Graphics Technology
I have served on multiple lecturer search committees for the department as well as continued efforts to develop collaborations between CGT and CIT. This effort continues as we seek to design new tracks that will allow CIT students and CGT students to take classes from each other to further abilities in front and back end web development.
- Sep 2017 - Feb 2018 - Member, CIT Lecturer Search Committee
- Aug 2016 - Jan 2017 - Member, CGT Lecturer Search Committee
- Aug 2014 – May 2015 – Member, CIT Lecturer Search Committee
- Aug 2013 – May 2014 – Member, Cross Program (CGT & CIT) Web Collaborative Committee
IUPUI - Service to the School of Engineering & Technology Education
Early in my tenure rank I was asked to serve as a part of the IUPUI Product Live Cycle Management Core Committee. As a part of the committee aided the creation of a core group of industry professionals who would support the institute. I also served as a faculty senator with the school for one three-year term.
- Aug 2013 – May 2016 - Faculty Senator, Engineering & Technology Faculty Senate
- Jan 2014 – May 2015 - Member, IUPUI Product Life Cycle Management Core Committee
Service to IUPUI
My service to IUPUI has increased as I have spent more time in-rank. Initially, I served as a board member for the Center for Teaching and Learning and was asked to review CEG grants on two occasions. Through my efforts with the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Summer Bridge I was asked to serve (at the request of the provost) on the Faculty Development and Center for Teaching and Learning Task Force. I was also asked by Dean Jay Gladden (University College) to serve on a task force to explore innovation and entrepreneurship at the undergraduate level with possible outcomes being an innovation minor.
- September 2018 – Present – LEAP Indiana Board Member
- July 2018 – IUPUI Delegate, 2018 Institute on Integrative Learning and Signature Work Association of American Colleges & Universities, Boston MA
- Jan 2018 – Present - Member, Institute for Engaged Learning Task Force Member
- Sep 2017 – Present - Member, IUPUI Technology Committee
- Sep 2017 – Present - Member, University College Innovation and Entrepreneurship Task Force
- Aug 2014 – Aug 2017 - Member, Center for Teaching and Learning Advisory Board
- Aug 2016 - Dec 2016 - Member, Faculty Development and Center for Teaching and Learning Task Force
- Feb 2016 - Reviewer, Center for Teaching and Learning Curriculum Enhancement Grant
- April 2015 - Participant, Center for Teaching and Learning Online Invitational
- February 2015 – Reviewer, Center for Teaching and Learning Curriculum Enhancement Grant
National/International Service
My initial functions for serving at the national and international level was as a reviewer or mediator. More recently I was elected to the board for the International Society for Exploring Teaching and Learning. I served on the marketing committee the first year of my term. For the second year of my term I was asked to aid the organization in recovering from a financial deficit by improving their marketing and sponsorship efforts. I am now serving as the chair for marketing and sponsorship for the organization where I lead a team of six people.
- Oct 2016 – Present - Advisory Board Member, Marketing & Media Chair (Web Designer, Communications Person, Designer), International Society for Exploring Teaching and Learning – Website Designer
- March 2015 - Reviewer, Online Learning Consortium
- February 2015 - Reviewer, The International Review of Research in Open & Distributed Learning
- June 2014 - Session Moderator, EdMedia International Conference 2014
- Feb 2014 – Reviewer, University Film & Video Association Conference 2014
- Jan 2014 - Reviewer, Journal of Asynchronous Learning
- Jan 2014 – Reviewer, ASEE 2014 Conference Abstracts and Papers
Professional Service
I have presented twice for the Adobe User Group of Indianapolis and also as a reviewer for the Video Production Handbook
- September 2016 - Reviewer, 5th Addition of the Video Production Handbook. Owens, J. Millerson, G., ISBN 0240522206
- September 2016 - Presenter, Adobe User Group of Indianapolis
- September 2015 - Presenter, Adobe User Group of Indianapolis
Teaching
Aug 2006 - May 2007
Intro to Visual Communication Technology (BGSU)
Introductory course to the Visual Communication Technology program, covering basics in print, photography, video production and web design, as well as communication and presentation; oversaw multiple graduate assistants
Aug 2006 - May 2008
ViaMedia Service Learning Media course (BGSU)
Separate lab in VCT 1030 for advanced students that served as service-based course with multiple group projects for clients.
Jan 2009 - May 2009
Advanced Video Production (BGSU satellite campus)
Advanced topics in documentary creation and animation; Taught as a distance course
Aug 2007 – July 2013
Intro to Video Production (BGSU)
Introductory course, covering the video production process including preproduction, production and postproduction. Specific topics include treatment, scriptwriting, shooting composition and editing.
Aug 2009 – May 2013
Intermediate Video Production (BGSU)
Advanced topics in video production, including introductory concepts in motion design, keyframe and green screen work, lighting, audio and multi-camera shooting. Other topics include client communication and presentation.
Aug 2011 – May 2013
Advanced Video Production (BGSU)
Advanced topics in client relationship skills and industry education, as well as a strong focus on motion design, typography and 3D special relationships.
Aug 2013 - Present
Digital Video & Audio (IUPUI)
Covers the use of digital technologies for video and audio focused toward use in multimedia, internet, and animation products. Students examine the methods for creating, sampling, and storing digital video and digital audio and the constraints placed on these media assets when used for media-based products. Emphasis is placed upon the technology of digital video and audio including formats, data rates, compressors, and the advantages and disadvantages of the different technologies.
Aug 2013 - 2019
Interactive Multimedia Design (IUPUI)
Interactive multimedia is the uses of content forms that includes a combination of text, audio, still images, animation, video, and interactivity content forms sometimes called "rich media" or interactive multimedia that describes as electronic media devices used to store and experience multimedia content.¿ Examples of interactive multimedia are DVS Menu's, Online Applications, Presentations, Kiosks, ATM's, DVD Menus, Information Screens (Airports, Restaurants, etc), Computer Games, and many other forms of communication.
Jan 2014 - 2019
Technical Animation & Direction (IUPUI)
This course focuses on the documentary style of video production and brings special emphasis to creative storytelling. Students examine the intermediate methods for creating, sampling, and storing digital video and digital audio and the constraints placed on these media assets when used for media based products. Emphasis is placed upon the techniques for producing testimonial/documentary style video projects. We will use professional cameras, lights, and audio equipment to produce class-based projects.
Jan 2014 - 2019
Multimedia Application Development (IUPUI)
This course builds on the basic principles of interactive multimedia and builds towards intermediate methods in interactive media. Interactive multimedia is the uses of content forms that includes a combination of text, audio, still images, animation, video, and interactivity content forms sometimes called "rich media" or interactive multimedia that describes as electronic media devices used to store and experience multimedia content. Examples of interactive multimedia are DVD menu's, Online Application, Presentations, kiosks, ATM's, DVR Menus, Information Screens (Airports, Restaurants, etc), Computer Games, and many other forms of communication.
Aug 2018 - Present
Intro to Themed Attraction Design (IUPUI)
An introduction to immersive attraction; including the consideration of operations, graphics, engineering, technology and design. This course covers the history and current practices of the amusement and attraction industry. Students will explore the creative process in the development of theme park attraction, museums, and immersive performances. Students will apply their knowledge in narration and graphic principles to concept projects in immersive spaces.
Aug 2018 - Present
Planning and Communicating Themed Attraction Design (IUPUI)
Building on students' knowledge of narrative creation and design, students will learn about the fundamentals of operations, graphics, engineering, technology and design to create theme-based immersive attractions. This course will focus on design concepts, technical design, management and creation of immersive experiences.
Aug 2019 - Present
Motion and Video I (IUPUI)
The movement of graphics and incorporation of video is prevalent within commercial production. No longer are these elements done solely by the Hollywood elite or used strictly within the film industry. Many today are utilizing all kinds of tools in digital video, audio graphics design and animation to create moving elements that tell a story and communicate concepts to solve communication problems. Students will learn basics in the production process, framing and movement, keyframing, and design principles. Students will also learn basics in client relationship and business etiquette. Initial projects will focus on commercial creation and the utilization of typography as it relates to storytelling.
Aug 2016 - Present
First Year Course in Innovation & Entrepreneurship (IUPUI)
This course is a first year experience for incoming students to IUPUI. The course is offered through University College and is open to exploratory majors. The course focuses on topics of innovation and entrepreneurship and connections within the Indianapolis area.