Florence Martin

Florence Martin is a Professor in Instructional Systems Technology and Program Director of the Post-Master’s Certificate of University and College Teaching at University of North Carolina Charlotte. Martin engages in research focusing on the effective design of instruction and integration of digital technology to improve learning and performance. Her research has resulted in over 50 publications and 100 presentations. She has conducted several studies focusing on designing and integrating online learning environments to improve learner achievement and engagement. She has published the results of her research in several leading journals in the field of instructional technology including Educational Technology Research and Development, Computers and Education, British Journal of Educational Technology, Internet and Higher Education, American Journal of Distance Education and Educational Technology & Society. Some of the research themes she is currently investigating include digital citizenship for middle school students, adaptive learning, learning analytics to inform design of online learning and online learning strategies.