About Matt Ames:
Matthew Ames has been an instructional designer, instructional technologist, community activist, researcher, musician, videographer and more for over 20 years. Between 2007-2015 he was active through his own organization, Philosophy INC, using creative practices to build community in Virginia, United States. During this time, he developed curriculum to connect people with their neighborhoods. This included several grant-funded projects such as the design of solar powered trash bins which were placed throughout the city of Roanoke, Virginia. In 2014, Dr. Ames was awarded the Heritage Education award by the Roanoke Valley Preservation Society for his efforts in preserving historic neon signage of Virginia.
Dr. Ames has also written on the history and design of Khmer comics in Cambodia, documented attempts to strengthen the relationships between the sister cities of Roanoke, Virginia and Kisumu, Kenya and presented at art conferences on his experiences in the Middle East.
Experience
Goal-driven and people-oriented professional with extensive experience in instructional design and organizational development. Track record in altering technical content into an appealing and interactive learning practice via numerous modalities including instructor-led training, videotaped lessons, and job aids. Outstanding knowledge of learning concepts and instructional design models. Adeptness at grasping new technical perceptions speedily and using the similar in a useful manner. An effective communicator with exceptional skills in constructing relationships; own strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities.250 Established leader proving integrity, solid business ethics, and the energy to influence and build responsive, competitive teams focused on continuous improvement. Confirmed understanding of evolving the long-term learning and development agenda while executing on short-term initiatives.
Education
Ph.D., Instructional Design and Technology, 2015
Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
Dissertation Topic: “Development of a Framework to Determine the Status of Instructional Design and Technology Artifacts”
Masters of Arts, Instructional Technology, 1999
Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA
Bachelors of Arts, Philosophy, 1995
Ferrum College, Ferrum, VA
Professional Affiliation
Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT), 2005- present.
International Visual Literacy Association (IVLA), 2007-Present
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