About the Authors

Christopher Carnahan, PhD is the doctoral program coordinator and assistant professor in the Educational Technology Department at New Jersey City University. His research centers on the implementation of innovative technologies such as drones, robotics, and virtual learning environments to improve student engagement and achievement. Carnahan provides consulting and professional development services to K–12 districts on how to successfully implement emerging technologies. His website is www.cdcarnahan.com

Laura Zieger, PhD is the chairperson and a professor in the Department of Educational Technology at New Jersey City University. Her research interests include transformation of learning with emerging technologies including robotics, immersive virtual environments and drones, online teaching, and social computing applications in education. Zieger has published widely and her research and involvement in online parenting communities has been published in Family PC magazine and Sesame Street Parents. She is an invited speaker to schools and organizations.

Kimberly Crowley is mathematics supervisor for a large urban school district in New Jersey. She encourages implementation of STEM and STEAM initiatives within her district. Her goal is to guide administrators and teachers to use technology as part of project-based learning to improve student engagement.