Ken Potter honored with emeritus status
Ken Potter, assistant professor of practice of instructional design and technology in the College of Liberal Arts and Human Sciences at Virginia Tech, has been conferred the title of assistant professor of practice emeritus by the Virginia Tech Board of Visitors.
The emeritus title may be conferred on retired faculty members who are specially recommended to the board by Virginia Tech President Tim Sands in recognition of exemplary service to the university. Nominated individuals who are approved by the board receive a copy of the resolution and a certificate of appreciation.
A member of the Virginia Tech community for more than 26 years, Potter made significant contributions to the study and application of innovative technologies in instructional settings and the design and development of electronic performance systems to support online learning.
He served the community as the program area leader for Instructional Design and Technology from 2018-23 and as the faculty coordinator of the Instructional Technology Master of Arts enterprise program from 2000-23.
Potter taught a wide variety of graduate-level courses, introducing students to the field of instructional design and technology and placing strong emphasis on how design can enhance industry and education. In addition, he advised dozens of students on master’s degree committees and Ph.D. dissertations and helped them develop successful careers in both academic and industry settings.
Potter received his bachelor’s degree and master’s degree from the University of Wyoming and a Ph.D. from the University of Virginia.
