David Lindrum

David Lindrum is the Founder and Lead Course Designer at Soomo Learning, a position he has held since 2004. Based in Asheville, North Carolina, he has dedicated nearly two decades to researching and designing educational courses that meet the needs of learners. His work focuses on integrating innovative instructional design with effective learning strategies.1

Professional Background

• Soomo Learning (2004 - Present): As the founder, Lindrum leads course design efforts, emphasizing research-driven educational practices.
• Shadowbox, Inc. (2002 - 2006): He served as Principal, where he was involved in project management and instructional design.
• netLibrary (2000 - 2002): In his role as Senior Director of Pedagogy and Epistemology, he led the instructional design department to create custom learning interactions.
• MetaText (1998 - 2002): Lindrum founded this company, focusing on user experience and publisher relationships.
• Brownstone Research Group (1994 - 1997): As Director of Research & Development, he explored the intersection of technology and education.12

Education

David Lindrum has an extensive educational background that includes:

• Graduate studies in Recording Engineering at Full Sail University.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy and Religion from Berry College.
• Various studies in International Relations, Music, Graphic Design, and Computer Science across several institutions including Rollins College and Purdue University.1

Contributions and Presentations

Lindrum is also known for his contributions to educational conferences and symposiums. He has presented on topics such as learning analytics, course design, and innovative teaching methods at various prestigious events like the Online Learning Consortium's Accelerate conference and the Southeast Educational Data Symposium.2

For more information about his professional journey, you can view his LinkedIn profile under the username davidlindrum.