Matthew comes to Grand Valley with a PhD in Political Science and almost 10 years in the college classroom, as well as extensive experience in programming and web design. These two parts of his background give him a first-hand understanding of the importance of instructional technology.

Education and Experience

• Ph.D., University of Minnesota: Political Science
• B.A., Calvin College: Political Science and Philosophy
• Has taught at: the University of Minnesota, Calvin College, Aquinas College, Hope College, Kuyper College, and Grand Valley (2012-2013)
• Served as instructional technology staff at the University of Minnesota and Calvin College
• Certified as a Quality Matters Institutional Representative and in applying the Quality Matters rubric

Interests and Specialties

• The changing nature of education in light of technological progress
• The "flipped classroom"
• Mobile learning
• The cognitive and aesthetic aspects of presentations