Rich Ingram

Rich Ingram is an Assistant Professor of Educational Technology at James Madison University (JMU) in Harrisonburg, Virginia.1 He has been in this role since January 2011, bringing over a decade of experience in educational technology to the position.1

Background and Education

Dr. Ingram has an extensive educational background:

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Virginia Tech (1971-1975)1
• Master's degree in General Psychology from James Madison University (1977-1980)1
• Advanced Graduate Certificate in School Psychology from James Madison University (1981-1982)1
• Ph.D. in Instructional Systems Technology from Indiana University Bloomington (1982-1984)1

Career Path

Before his current role, Dr. Ingram's career included:

• School Psychologist at Jefferson County Public Schools in West Virginia (1980-1982)1
• Independent software developer at Microlearn Computer Products (1977-1985)1
• Independent Consultant at Ingram Systems Associates (1984-1995)1
• Computing Coordinator at JMU (1996-2002)1
• Coordinator of Technology and Special Projects at JMU College of Education (2002-2011)1

Research and Expertise

Dr. Ingram's research interests are diverse and include:

• Educational Psychophysiology
• Performance certification
• Interactive video
• Instructional design and development
• Creativity
• Psychometrics
• Multimedia
• Artificial intelligence and machine learning1

He has been involved in grant proposals that have been awarded approximately $12 million.1 Currently, he is working on a proposal to address psychophysiological correlates of learning and performance in different learning environments and content areas.1

Teaching

At JMU, Dr. Ingram facilitates technology-rich courses including:

• Instructional design
• Digital video
• Media creation
• Instructional authoring for both education and corporate/industry markets1

Achievements and Recognition

Throughout his career, Dr. Ingram has received several honors and awards:

• Commendation for the highest score ever attained on Indiana University's Instructional Systems Technology Core qualifying exam (1984)1
• Innovation in Education K-12 Award from the Shenandoah Valley Technology Council (2004)1
• Virginia Governor's Technology Award (2005)1
• ISTE Seal of Alignment for the JMU NETS▪T Certification Program (2007)1
• Finalist for the MacArthur Foundation Digital Media and Learning Competition (2012)1
• Provost's Award for Research for work in Educational Psychophysiology (2016)1

Dr. Ingram's diverse background and extensive experience in educational technology make him a valuable asset to James Madison University and the field of educational technology.