Curriculum Vitae

Jonathan Gratch, Ph.D.

Department of Educational Technologies and Foundations
College of Education
University of West Georgia
jgratch@westga.edu

Areas of Expertise
K-16 Emerging Technologies; Instructional Design; Games and Simulations in K-16 Environments; Digital Media
Production; K-16 Technology Integration; Post-Secondary Course Redesign; Informal Learning Environments

Education
Degree Year Major Institution
Ph.D. 2012 Educational Computing University of North Texas, Denton, TX
M.A. 2000 Film-TV Bond University, Gold Coast, Australia
B.A. 1999 Radio-TV-Film Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, TX
Employment
2016—Present Assistant Professor University of West Georgia
2015—2016 Assistant Professor State University of New York (SUNY) Oneonta, Oneonta, New York
2015—2016 Adjunct Instructor University of West Georgia
2011—Present Adjunct Lecturer Texas Woman’s University, Denton, Texas
2014—2015 Lecturer University of North Texas, Denton, Texas
2012—2014 Adjunct Lecturer University of North Texas, Denton, Texas
2006—2012 Teaching Fellow University of North Texas, Denton, Texas
2004—2008 Technology Coordinator Texas Christian University, Fort Worth, Texas
2001—2005 Teacher Fort Worth Independent School District, Fort Worth, Texas

TEACHING
COURSES CURRENTLY TEACHING AT UNIVERSITY OF WEST GEORGIA
MEDT 7470—Digital Media Production and Utilization
MEDT 7472—Introduction to Distance Education
MEDT 7462—Internet Tools and Resources
MEDT 7466—Digital Photography in Instruction
MEDT 7467—Web Design for Instruction
MEDT 8463—Issues in Instructional Technology

COURSES TAUGHT AT SUNY ONEONTA

EDUC 506—Introduction to Educational Research
EDCU 581—Principles of Instructional Design and Learning Theory
EDUC 586—Multimedia and Instructional Courseware Design
EDUC 587—Integrating Technology Applications and Issues
EDUC 588—Instructional Technology Management and Evaluation
EDUC 655—Seminars in Graduate Studies: Research Methodology
EDUC 695—Seminars in Graduate Studies: Master’s Thesis and Practicum
COURSES TAUGHT AT TEXAS WOMAN’S UNIVERSITY
CSCI 1403—A First Class in Computing (Online and face to face)
CSCI 1513—An Introduction to Informatics
CSCI 2433—Microcomputer Applications
CSCI 3002—Advanced Computing Technology
CSCI 3513—Information Systems Project Management
CSCI 3803—Website Development

COURSES TAUGHT AT UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS

CECS 6030 – Emerging Technology in Educations
CECS 6220—Theory of Educational Technology Implementation
CECS 6200 – Message Design in Education
CECS 6020 – Advanced Instructional Design for Educational Technology
CECS 5010 – Computer Education Tools
CECS 5030 – Foundations of Learning Technology
CECS 5110 – Multimedia Design for Education
CECS 5200 – New Theories for Instruction
CECS 5260 – Advanced Computer Graphics
CECS 5300 – Learning and Cognition
CECS 5310 - Human-Computer Interaction
CECS 5570 – Ethical, Legal and Professional Issues in Computing
CECS5610 – Analysis of Research in Educational Technology
CECS5510 – Technology-based Learning Environments
CECS 5580 - Readings Seminar in Computer Education and Cognitive Systems
CECS/LTEC 1100 - Computer Applications
CECS 3220 – Computer Graphics
LTEC 4100 - Computers in the Classroom

COURSES TAUGHT AT BOND UNIVERSITY

Experimental Cinema
History of Film (US)

DOCTORAL DISSERTATION COMMITTEE

Yucel Aydos The Impacts of STEM Education Training on Pre-Service School Leaders,
In Progress, University of West Georgia, Member
Elizabeth Webb English Learner Participation in Standardized Testing: The Persistent Problem of Proficiency, In
Progress, University of West Georgia, Member
Kibbey Crumbley Undecided, University of West Georgia, in progress Member

MASTER’S THESIS COMMITTEE CHAIR (SUNY ONEONTA)

Lyndsay Barravecchia, Joanne Blenis, Valerie Boos, Cassandre Dossous, Briana Driscoll, Melissa Fisher, Nichole
Lozzi-Rutherford, Carey Lizzio, Hilary Loyd, Angela Martin, Andrew McIntosh, Margarita Panko, Brian Roecklein,
Michael Utter, Andrea Van Dyke, Robert Zinke, Benjamin Grieco

CERTIFICATION
2003—Present Texas Teaching Certificate Social Studies (4-8)
 SCHOLARSHIP
REFEREED ARTICLES

1. Gratch, J. & Warren, S. Critical CinéEthnographic Methods: Capturing the learning experience with video to
improve credibility and dissemination beyond academic audiences. Submitted to TechTrends (Submitted)

2. Gratch, J., Warren, S., & Kelly, J. Investigating Teacher Perceptions of Project-Based Learning in a Technology-
Infused Secondary School Culture through using Critical CinéEthnographic Methods. Submitted to Technology,
Instruction, Cognition, and Learning (Submitted).

3. Warren, S., Gratch, J., & Wakefield, J. Informal Learning with augmented reality and QR apps: A case study.
Submitted to Journal of Educational Technology and Society. (Submitted)

4. Kelly, J., Gratch, J., Warren, S., (invited paper). Open Source Gaming: Possibilities for Education. Submitted to
International Journal of Gaming and Computer-Mediated Simulations. (Submitted)

5. Warren, S. J., & Gratch, J. S. (2016). A Research Lens for Studying Power in Learning Games: Critical Ciné-
Ethnography. In K. Terry, & A. Cheney (Eds.), Utilizing Virtual and Personal Learning Environments for Optimal
Learning (pp. 267-290). Hershey, PA: IGI Global. doi:10.4018/978-1-4666-8847-6.ch012

6. Warren, S. J., & Gratch, J. (2013). Employing a critical lens on instructor perceptions of learning games: An
introduction to method. International Journal of Gaming and Computer-mediated Simulations

7. Wakefield, J. S., Warren, S. J., Rankin, M. A., Mills, L. A., & Gratch, J. S. (2012). Learning and teaching as
communicative actions: Improving historical knowledge and cognition through Second Life avatar role
play. Knowledge Management & E-Learning, 4(3), 258–278.

8. D’Alba, A., Najmi, A., Gratch, J., & Bigenho, C. (2011). Virtual Learning Environments. The oLTECx: A Study of
Participant Attitudes and Experiences. International Journal of Gaming and Computer-Mediated Simulations
(IJGCMS), 3(1), 33-50. doi:10.4018/jgcms.2011010103

9. Gratch, J., & Kelly, J. (invited paper) (2009). MMOGs: Beyond the Wildest Imagination. Journal of Interactive
Learning Research, 20 (2), 175-187.

10. Kelly, J., Bradley, C., & Gratch, J. (2008). Science Simulations: Do They Make a Difference in Student
Achievement and Attitude in the Physics Laboratory? Washington, DC: The Catholic University of
America. (ERIC Document Reproduction Service No. ED501653)

11. Kelly, J., Bradley, C., Gratch, J., and Maninger, R. (2007). A Reflective Discourse on Science Learning and the
Merits of Simulation. Journal of Thought, 42 (2), 23-38.
SOFTWARE AND AUDIO/VIDEO PRODUCTS
● Warren, S., Gratch, J., & Wakefield, J. (2013) iConference: Transmedia Mobile game app [Online game and app
developer. Fort Worth, TX: University of North Texas.

● Warren, S. & Gratch, J. (2012). Colloquium Series. UNT College of Information Colloquium Series [Producer,
videographer, editor. Denton, TX: University of North Texas.

● Gratch, J. & Warren, S. (2011) Technology Use in Today's Schools. Documentary. [Director, producer, and
editor. Denton: Texas: University of North Texas.

● Gratch, J. & Warren, S. (2011) Places and Spaces: Traveling Exhibit. [Video producer and online materials.
Denton, TX : University of North Texas.

● Kelly, J., & Gratch, J. (2010) Hydro-master. Water Cycle Resident Time Game [Game developer, designer, and
producer. Fort Worth, Texas: Texas Christian University.

● Warren, S., Bigenho, C., & Gratch, J. (2010). Digital Window. Ilead Alternate Reality Course Game [Online
course and Materials. Indianapolis, IN: University of Indiana.

● Warren, S. & Gratch, J. (2010). DMAT: Developmental Math Preparation Online Site and Curricular Design.
Richland College/DCCCCD Grant project. [Online Course and materials. Dallas, TX: Richland College.

● Gratch, J. & D’alba, A (2009) oLTECx. 3d Game and Environment. [Online materials and design. Denton, TX:
University of North Texas.

● Gratch, J.,& Kelly, J. (2005) Alternate Learning Environments. Online Resources for Informal Learning
Environments [Web designer, digital artist, and producer. Fort Worth, TX: Texas Christian University

● Gratch, J.,& Kelly, J. (2004) MST Institute Website. Online Resource for Institute of Math, Science, and
Technology Education [Web designer, digital artist, and producer. Fort Worth, TX: Texas Christian University

● Gratch, J.,& Kelly, J. (2004) Sci-Source. Online Resource for Science Education [Web designer, digital artist, and
producer. Fort Worth, TX: Texas Christian University

CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS

● Gratch, J. (2017). “What now? You’ve graduated, the real work begins”. Panel discussion at the Association for
Educational Communications and Technology Annual Meeting, Jacksonville, Fl.

● Gratch, J., Zhang, J. & D’Alba, A. (2017) A Case for 360 Degree VR for Learning. Presented at the Association
for Educational Communications and Technology Annual Meeting, Jacksonville, Fl.

● Gratch, J. & D’Alba, A. (2017). Examining the role of social presence in online instruction using synchronous
sessions in a 3D virtual environment Paper presented at the Association for Educational Communications and
Technology Annual Meeting, Jacksonville, Fl.

● Gratch, J., Ponners, P., Zhang, J. & D'Alba, A. (2017). A Discussion on an ID Framework for Production,
Inclusion, and Assessment of AR/VR Artifacts for Online Learning. In J. Dron & S. Mishra (Eds.), Proceedings of
E-Learn: World Conference on E-Learning in Corporate, Government, Healthcare, and Higher Education (pp.
 1731-1734). Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada: Association for the Advancement of Computing in
Education (AACE). Retrieved January 18, 2018 from https://www.learntechlib.org/p/182209/.

● Ponners, P. J., Gratch, J., Zhang, J., Norris, C., & Mahaffey, F. D. (2017). Creating Transmedia Content:
Augmented Reality (AR) for Information Linking and Learning. In iConference 2017 Proceedings (pp. 932-933).
https://doi.org/10.9776/17504

● Zhang , J & Gratch, J. (2017). Perspectives on Increasing Gender Diversity in Computing from a Cybersecurity
Summer Camp Experience. Proceedings of the 28th Annual Conference of the Society for Information
Technology and Teacher Education, 2163-2170, 2017.

● D’Alba, A. & Gratch, J. (2016) Fostering a sense of presence in online instruction through the use of a
3Dimensional virtual environment. Paper presented at E-Learn World Conference, Washington DC.

● Warren, S. J., Gratch, J., & Jones, G. (2016) The Koan School: At the intersection of a communicative
curriculum and system change in education. Paper presented at the American Educational Research
Association Annual Meeting, Washington DC.

● Gratch, J., D’Alba, A., & Zhang, J. (2015) Building a 3-dimensional virtual museum for learning: An updated
perspective. Paper presented at E-learn World Conference, Kona, Hawaii, October, 2015.

● Gratch, J., & D'Alba, A. (2015). Leveraging Design-Based Research to Deliver Meaningful, Engaging, and
Enriching Online Asynchronous Discussions. In Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education
International Conference (Vol. 2015, No. 1, pp. 7825-7828).

● D' Alba, A., Gratch, J., Zhang, J. & Blackwell, D. (2014). Students’ perceptions of web-based and 3Dimensional
museums. In M. Searson & M. Ochoa (Eds.), Proceedings of Society for Information Technology & Teacher
Education International Conference 2014 (pp. 290-294). Chesapeake, VA: Association for the Advancement of
Computing in Education (AACE).

● Gratch, J., & Cox, N. L. (2014) Online Co-Teaching of Graduate Students: A Systems Perspective. Paper
presented at E-Learn World Conference on E-Learning, New Orleans, La.

● Warren, S. J., Gratch, J., & Wakefield, J. (2014) Villainous: A Middle School Capstone Game Experience using
Augmented Reality. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting,
Philadelphia, Pa.

● Gratch, J., Warren, S. J., & Wakefield, J. (2014) The 2015 Project Promoting Student Discourses on UN
Millennium Development Goals. Paper presented at the Association for Educational Research Association
Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, Pa.

● Gratch, J., and Warren, S. (2013) Using New Technologies to Improve Qualitative Research Methods for
Teacher Education and Evaluation of Performance. Paper presented at Society for Information Technology and
Teacher Education, New Orleans, LA.

● Warren, S. J., Gratch, J., & Wakefield, J. (2012) Instructional Design and Development of “The 2015 Project”:
Seeking to Promote Emancipatory Student Discourses. Paper presented at the American Educational
Communications and Technology International Convention, Louisville, KY.

● Wakefield, J., Mills, L., Warren, S. J., Gratch, J., & Rankin, M. A. (2012) Design, Play, Communicate, and Learn:
Examining the Value of Learning. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association Annual
Meeting, Vancouver, CA.
● Warren, S. J., Gratch, J., Blackwell, D., Najmi, A., Zhu, S., Trombley, A., . . . Fuller, M. A. (2011). Lived
experiences of teachers and technology: A critical Cine-Ethnography Documenting Technology Use in Today's
Schools. Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting, New Orleans,
LA.

● Gratch, J., Warren, S. J., Najmi, A., Blackwell, D., Mills, L., Zhu, S. S., . . . Lee, J. (2011). A comparison of
traditional expository narrative documentary and Critical Cine-Ethnography Products as Research Outcomes.
Paper presented at the American Educational Research Association Annual Meeting, New Orleans, LA.

● D'Alba, B.A. & Gratch, J. (2010). oLTECx: a 3D virtual department tour for Prospective students. InProceedings
of World Conference on Educational Multimedia, Hypermedia and Telecommunications 2010 (p. 3318).
Chesapeake, VA: AACE.

● Kelly, J., Stetson, R. & Gratch, J. (2010). Teacher Perspectives: What Makes a Video Game Effective in the K-12
Classroom? Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education, San Diego, California, April, 2010.

● Kelly, J. and Gratch, J.. Hydro Master: The Design and Development of an Educational Video Game for Use in
the Science Classroom. Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education, Charleston, South
Carolina, March, 2009.

● Gratch, J. and Kelly, J. A Discussion of Open Source Gaming Platforms for Education. Society for Information
Technology and Teacher Education, Charleston, South Carolina, March, 2009.

● Kelly, J., Maninger, R., Stetson, R., and Gratch, J. Trends in Technology for the K-12 Math and Science
Classrooms. Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference, Las Vegas,
March, 2008.

● Kelly, J., White Thunder, J., and Gratch, J. Case study: Technology and implications for use among Native
American high school Students. Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International
Conference, Las Vegas, March, 2008.

● Gratch, J., Maninger, R., Jones, G., and Kelly, J. Video Games in education: Do they have a future? Society
for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference, Las Vegas, March, 2008.

● Gratch, J., Kelly, J., and Bradley, C. Science simulations: What do they contribute to student
learning? Accepted (2006) for presentation at the Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education
International Conference, San Antonio, Texas, March, 2007.

● Gratch, J. MMOGs: Vibrant examples of communities of practice. Accepted (2006) for presentation at the
Society for Information Technology and Teacher Education International Conference, San Antonio, Texas,
March, 2007.

GRANTS
EXTERNAL GRANTS (FUNDED)
● Contractor-Evaluator, “Collaborative Research: Spatial skills and success in introductory computing”. National
Science Foundation (NSF) Improving Undergraduate STEM education: Education and Human Resources. Total
funds requested: $299,997.00
EXTERNAL GRANTS (UNFUNDED)

● Co-PI, “Collaborative Research: Computational Thinking through Making”. National Science Foundation (NSF)
STEM+C program, 2017. Funds requested: $1,247,282.

● CO-Principal Investigator, “RET Site: Fabricating the Future - STEM from Design to Creation in Middle School
Classrooms”. National Science Foundation (NSF) Research Experience for Teachers (RET) program. Total funds
requested: $590,099.00

● Evaluator, “RET Site: Fabricating the Future - STEM from Design to Creation in Middle School Classrooms”.
National Science Foundation (NSF) Research Experience for Teachers (RET) program. Total funds requested:
$580,039.00

● Contractor/Evaluator, “Broadening Awareness In Cybersecurity Through CyberCamp Experience: Is it Going to

Work?”. NSF CyberCorps: Scholarship for Service (SFS) program, 2014. Total funds requested: $134,049.00.

● Contractor/Evaluator, “EDU: Young CyberRangers: Broadening Awareness In Cybersecurity Through

CyberPatriot CyberCamp Experience”. NSF Secure and Trustworthy Cyberspace (SaTC) program, 2013. Total
funds requested: $148,802.00.

● Contractor/Evaluator, “RET Site: Fabricating the Future - STEM from Design to Creation in Middle School
Classrooms”. National Science Foundation (NSF) Research Experience for Teachers (RET) program. Total funds
requested: $580,039.00.
INTERNAL GRANTS (FUNDED)
Principle Investigator. Innovation Grant: Multimedia and e-Authoring Production Suite for Faculty Development
and Media Production. Total Funds Received: $10,854
Principle Investigator. Innovation Grant: “Educational explorations and lesson development using wearable virtual
reality immersive technologies”. Total Funds Received: $14,727

INTERNAL GRANTS (UNFUNDED)

● Principal Investigator, Seed Grant: A pilot study on immersive learning experience within a 360-degree Virtual
Reality environment. COE Seed Grant 2016. Total Requested Funds: $5000

AWARDS
● Outstanding Poster, E-Learn World Conference on E-learning, 2016
● Outstanding Poster, Society for Information Technology in Teacher Education, 2014
● Student Travel Grant, University of North Texas, 2010. $500
 PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
Committee Services
2016—Present Immersive Learning Taskforce
2017—Present College of Education Assessment Committee

Previous Employment Service

2015—2016 SUNY Oneonta Graduate Council
2015—2016 SUNY Oneonta College of Education Assessment and Accreditation Committee

Membership in Professional Organizations

2006—Present Association for the Advancement in Computing in Education (AACE)
2006—Present Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT)
2007—Present Society for Information Technology & Teacher Education International
2007—Present International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE)
Games & Simulation SIG
2010—Present American Educational Research Association (AERA)
Applied Research in Virtual Environments for Learning SIG
Informal Learning Environments SIG
2009—2016 Texas Distance Learning Association (TXDLA)
2001—2003 Texas Computer Education Association (TCEA)

Service in Professional Organizations

2017—2018 President – Division of Emerging Learning Technologies AECT
2016—2017 Communication Officer – Division of Emerging Learning Technologies AECT
2013—Present Reviewer for conference: SIGCSE
2008—Present Reviewer for Conference: SITE
2008—Present Reviewer for Conference: AECT

Service to Community
2014—Present Texas Woman’s University CyberSecurity Camp for High School Students (C0-coordinitor and
evaluator)
2017—Present University of West Georgia Cybersecurity Camp for High School Students (Coordinator and
Instructor)