Karl Kapp

Karl Kapp, Ed.D., Professor, Instructional Technology and Assistant Direct of the Institute for Interactive Technologies, Bloomsburg University, Bloomsburg, PA.Karl has been researching and studying 3D virtual immersive environments and instructional game design for a number of years and the culmination of his efforts is the book he co-authored with Tony O’Driscoll titled Learning in 3D: Adding a New Dimension to Enterprise Learning and Collaboration published by Pfeiffer. A noted writer and expert on the convergence of learning, technology and education, he is author of four books, including the widely-read Gadgets, Games and Gizmos for Learning. In 2007, Karl was named one of the Top 20 Most Influential Training Professionals by TrainingIndustry, Inc. and in 2008 he received the Innovative Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Technology Award from the International Conference on College Teaching and Learning and the Center for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning  Karl frequently speaks at industry events, conferences, government workshops and professional organizations both within the United States and in Finland, Paris and London. He has spoken about technology and education on radio and television programs and has been published in dozens of magazines. He advises Fortune 500 companies, government organizations, workforce investment boards, community colleges and start up organizations on the use of technology to encourage, promote and foster learning and innovation. Karl earned his doctoral degree at the University of Pittsburgh and has been a professor of instructional technology for over twelve years. You can read Karl’s blog Kapp Notes where he discusses the convergence of education, technology and learning.