RTD Board Members

Past-President

Dr. Bret Staudt Willet

Bret is an Assistant Professor of Instructional Systems & Learning Technologies at Florida State University. His research investigates self-directed networked learning: What happens when students, learners, and trainees finish formal instruction, preparation, and training? What do they do after they walk out the door or log off? Who do they talk to? Connect with Bret through his website, bretsw.com.

President

Dr. Logan Arrington

Logan is an Associate Professor of Instructional Technology and Interim Chair of the Department of Educational Technology and Foundations at the University of West Georgia. His research focuses on failure-based learning strategies, systems thinking, professional issues in the field, and providing authentic learning opportunities for rural learners.

President-Elect

Dr. Lucas Vasconcelos

Lucas is an Assistant Professor of Learning Design & Technologies at the University of South Carolina. His research agenda is at the intersection of educational technology, computer science education, and science education. His research focuses on STEM education, science simulations, scientific models, educational robots, block-based coding, debugging, and computer science stereotypes.

Board Member At Large

Dr. Lin Zhong

Communications Officer

Dr. Aubrey Rogowski 

Aubrey is an educator and researcher passionate about implementing innovative teaching and learning techniques to make an impact on both her students and within the field of education. Aubrey's research is centered on K-12 learning environments and teacher professional development with a strong focus on K-5 computational thinking, curriculum development, and fostering STEM-rich learning experiences. 

Secretary 

Dr. Natercia Valle

AECT Board Representative

Dr. Rebecca Reese

Dr. Rebecca Reese is the Director of Online Learning with Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design, and serves as adjunct faculty for Educational Technology and Instructional Design programs. Her research focuses on the implementation of emerging technologies to increase equity and access in online and hybrid environments and incorporation of game theory to enhance knowledge transfer and reduce cognitive load. Her work seeks to connect theory with practical application thereby contextualizing knowledge, skills and experience for students and new professionals in the field. 

Featured Research Coordinator

Dr. Victoria Abramenka-Lachheb

Professional Development Coordinator-Elect

Dr. Tiffany Roman

Kennesaw State University 

Tiffany is an Associate Professor in the School of Instructional Technology and Innovation at Kennesaw State University. Her scholarship examines how the design and development of learning technologies, technology-enhanced instructional practices, and active learning environments support student engagement, improve student learning outcomes, and address issues of social justice.

Past- Professional Development Coordinator

Dr. Lucas Vasconcelos

Lucas is an Assistant Professor of Learning Design & Technologies at the University of South Carolina. His research agenda is at the intersection of educational technology, computer science education, and science education. His research focuses on STEM education, science simulations, scientific models, educational robots, block-based coding, debugging, and computer science stereotypes.

Professional Development Coordinator

Dr. Vanessa Dennen

Lucas is an Assistant Professor of Learning Design & Technologies at the University of South Carolina. His research agenda is at the intersection of educational technology, computer science education, and science education. His research focuses on STEM education, science simulations, scientific models, educational robots, block-based coding, debugging, and computer science stereotypes.

Graduate Student Board Representative

Hannah Yohn

Graduate Student Assembly Representative

Aracely Clemente-Tristan