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Christopher G Johnson

Contact
  • (520) 991-7304
  • SBS 1st Street Annex, Rm. 409
  • Tucson, AZ 85721
  • cgj@arizona.edu
  • Bio
  • Interests
  • Courses
  • Scholarly Contributions

Degrees

  • Ph.D. Secondary Education
    • University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona, United States
  • M.Ed. Educational Media
    • University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona, United States
  • B.A. Secondary Education—Social Studies
    • University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona, United States

Work Experience

  • University of Arizona, South (2010 - Ongoing)
  • 21st Century Learning Group (2005 - 2013)
  • University of Arizona, South (2005 - 2010)
  • University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona (2004 - 2005)
  • University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona (2002 - 2004)
  • University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona (1998 - 2010)
  • University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona (1996 - 2010)
  • University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona (1985 - 2002)
  • University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona (1980 - 1985)
  • University of Arizona, Tucson, Arizona (1978 - 1985)

Awards

  • Leadership Award
    • Arizona Technology in Education Association, Spring 1999
  • Chairman's Award, Outstanding Board Member
    • Arizona Special Olympics, Fall 1993
  • Carnation Community Service Award, Group Award
    • Department of Economic Security-Division of Developmental Disabilities, Spring 1992
  • J.C. Penney/Volunteer Center, Golden Rule Award
    • J.C. Penny, Spring 1992 (Award Nominee)
  • Special Service Award
    • Arizona Educational Media Association, Spring 1992
  • Presidents Lifetime Achievement Award by the Corporation for National and Community Service for work with the International Society for Technology in Education
    • International Society for Technology in Education, Summer 2017
  • ISTE Public Policy Advocate of the Year, Trendsetter Award
    • International Society for Technology in Education, Summer 2009

Licensure & Certification

  • Trainer and reviewer, Quality Matters (2011)
  • Adobe Master Teacher, Adobe (2020)
  • Adobe Creative Educator - Level 1, Adobe (2020)
  • Adobe Creative Educator - Level 2, Adobe (2020)

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Interests

Teaching

Educational Technology

Research

Learning Space Design and Learning Ecosystems

Courses

2022-23 Courses

  • Instructional Technologies
    ESOC 319 (Fall 2022)

2021-22 Courses

  • Instructional Technologies
    ESOC 319 (Spring 2022)
  • Instructional Technologies
    ESOC 319 (Fall 2021)

2020-21 Courses

  • Ed Tech Capstone
    ETCV 598 (Spring 2021)
  • Independent Study
    ETCV 599 (Spring 2021)
  • Advanced Multimedia
    ETCV 631 (Fall 2020)
  • Designing Learning Ecosystems
    ETCV 503 (Fall 2020)
  • Ed Tech Capstone
    ETCV 598 (Fall 2020)
  • Independent Study
    ETCV 599 (Fall 2020)

2019-20 Courses

  • Learning Tech in Digital Age
    ETCV 511 (Summer I 2020)
  • Preceptorship
    ETCV 591 (Summer I 2020)
  • Advanced Multimedia
    ETCV 631 (Spring 2020)
  • Independent Study
    ETCV 599 (Spring 2020)
  • Mobile Tech for Learning
    ETCV 538 (Spring 2020)
  • Multimed Applicatn In Ed
    ETCV 530 (Spring 2020)
  • Preceptorship
    ETCV 591 (Spring 2020)
  • Student Engage Online Learning
    ETCV 512 (Spring 2020)
  • Advanced Multimedia
    ETCV 631 (Fall 2019)
  • Ed Tech Capstone
    ETCV 598 (Fall 2019)
  • Intro To Interface Dsgn
    ETCV 622 (Fall 2019)
  • Learning Thry Instr Dsgn
    ETCV 510 (Fall 2019)

2018-19 Courses

  • Advanced Multimedia
    ETCV 631 (Spring 2019)
  • Designing Learning Ecosystems
    ETCV 503 (Spring 2019)
  • Ed Tech Capstone
    ETCV 598 (Spring 2019)
  • Independent Study
    ETCV 599 (Spring 2019)
  • Preceptorship
    ETCV 591 (Spring 2019)
  • Student Engage Online Learning
    ETCV 512 (Spring 2019)
  • Ed Tech Capstone
    ETCV 598 (Fall 2018)
  • Internship
    ETCV 593 (Fall 2018)
  • Intro To Interface Dsgn
    ETCV 622 (Fall 2018)
  • Learning Thry Instr Dsgn
    ETCV 510 (Fall 2018)

2017-18 Courses

  • Independent Study
    ETCV 599 (Summer I 2018)
  • Advanced Multimedia
    ETCV 631 (Spring 2018)
  • Designing Learning Ecosystems
    ETCV 503 (Spring 2018)
  • Ed Tech Capstone
    ETCV 598 (Spring 2018)
  • Independent Study
    ETCV 599 (Spring 2018)
  • Internship
    ETCV 593 (Spring 2018)
  • Student Engage Online Learning
    ETCV 512 (Spring 2018)
  • Ed Tech Capstone
    ETCV 598 (Fall 2017)
  • Independent Study
    ETCV 599 (Fall 2017)
  • Learning Tech in Digital Age
    ETCV 511 (Fall 2017)
  • Learning Thry Instr Dsgn
    ETCV 510 (Fall 2017)
  • Preceptorship
    ETCV 591 (Fall 2017)

2016-17 Courses

  • Designing Learning Ecosystems
    ETCV 503 (Spring 2017)
  • Ed Tech Capstone
    ETCV 598 (Spring 2017)
  • Independent Study
    ETCV 599 (Spring 2017)
  • Multimed Applicatn In Ed
    ETCV 530 (Spring 2017)
  • Advanced Multimedia
    ETCV 631 (Fall 2016)
  • Independent Study
    ETCV 599 (Fall 2016)
  • Internship
    ETCV 593 (Fall 2016)
  • Learning Tech in Digital Age
    ETCV 511 (Fall 2016)
  • Preceptorship
    ETCV 591 (Fall 2016)

2015-16 Courses

  • Designing Learning Ecosystems
    ETCV 503 (Spring 2016)
  • Independent Study
    ETCV 599 (Spring 2016)
  • Learning Tech in Digital Age
    ETCV 511 (Spring 2016)
  • Multimed Applicatn In Ed
    ETCV 530 (Spring 2016)
  • Preceptorship
    ETCV 591 (Spring 2016)

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Scholarly Contributions

Chapters

  • Johnson, C. G. (2006). Sustaining and Supporting Learning Spaces. In Learning Spaces. EDUCAUSE.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2006). University of Arizona: Manuel Pacheco Integrated Learning Center. In Learning Spaces. EDUCAUSE.

Journals/Publications

  • Johnson, C. G. (2011). Open the Windows: Design New Spaces for Learning. Open the Windows: Design New Spaces for Learning. Learning and Leading with Technology, 38(4), 6.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2008). Drawing a Roadmap: Barriers and Challenges to Designing the Ideal Virtual World for Higher Education. EDUCAUSE Review, 43(5), 6.
  • Johnson, C. G., & Camillo Rozo Osuma, J. (2008). Point/Counterpoint: Should We Establish National Web Filtering Standards?. Learning and Leading with Technology, 36(2), 1.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2005). Design of the Learning Space: Learning and Design Principles. EDUCAUSE Review, 40(4), 7.
  • Johnson, C. G., & Lee, J. R. (1998). Helping Higher Education Faculty Clear the Instructional Technology Hurdles. Educational Technology Review,, 4.
  • Johnson, C. G. (1984). TenCORE and PC PILOT: A Comparison of Two Authoring Languages-Part I. Interactive Learning International.
  • Johnson, C. G. (1984). TenCORE and PC PILOT: A Comparison of Two Authoring Languages-Part II. Interactive Learning International, 2(1).

Proceedings Publications

  • Johnson, C. G. (1985, Summer). Interactive Authoring Languages for Computer-Based Instruction. In IEEE Phoenix Conference on Computers and Communications.

Presentations

  • Johnson, C. G., Bhattacharya, B., & Sykora, C. (2017, June). Using the ISTE Standards in Educator Preparation Programs. ISTE 2017. San Antonio, TX: Iternational Society for Technology in Education.
    More info
    Presentation on the ISTE Coaching, Leadership, and Computer Science Standards
  • Johnson, C. G., DeGennaro, A., & Fox, S. (2017, June). Key Things to Consider When Changing Your Learning Space. ISTE 2017. San Antonio, TX: Iternational Society for Technology in Education.
    More info
    Served as Panel Moderator
  • Johnson, C. G., DeGennaro, A., & Fox, S. (2017, June). Learn About Learning Space. ISTE 2017. San Antonio, TX: Iternational Society for Technology in Education.
    More info
    Presented at the PLN Networking lounge
  • Johnson, C. G. (2016, Spring). The Impact of Space on Teaching and Learning. Arizona CIO/CTO Forum. Phoenix, Az: Arizona Technology in Education Association.
  • Johnson, C. G., Kyle, B., Guenther, B., Hajduk, T., & Scott-Weber, L. (2015, Winter). Innovative Approaches to Collaboration at the Pedagogy-Space-Technology Nexus. Next Generation Learning Spaces. Nashville, TN: Next Generation Learning Spaces.
  • Johnson, C. G., Billings, J., Masseth, D., Updike, G., & Whiple, M. (2014, Spring). Providing High Speed Broadband to Arizona’s Schools. Arizona CIO/CTO Forum. Phoenix, AZ: Arizona Technology in Education Association.
  • Johnson, C. G., Crouch, M., & Sykora, C. (2014, Summer). CAEP Program Reviewer Training. ISTE 2014. Atlanta, GA: International Society for Technology in Education.
  • Johnson, C. G., Drexler, W., Squires, J., Allen, T., & Lehmann, C. (2014, Summer). Perforating the Boundary Between Secondary Education and Career Readiness or Higher Education - Panel discussion. ISTE 2014. Atlanta, GA: International Society for Technology in Education.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2013, Summer). Creating Physical Space that Supports Learning. ISTE 2012. San Antonio, TX: International Society for Technology in Education.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2012, Fall). Working with Multi-Generational Students. Faculty Institute for Teaching and Technology. Tucson, AZ: Pima Community College.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2012, Spring). Exploring Technology Careers. SunnyVail Student Leadership Conference. Tucson, Az: Tucson Unified School District and Sunnyside School District.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2012, Spring). Using Rubrics for Assessment. Faculty Institute for Teaching and Technology. Tucson, AZ: Pima Community College.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2012, Summer). Designing New Spaces for Learning. ISTE 2012. San Diego, CA: International Society for Technology in Education.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2012, Summer). ISTE 2012 Leadership Symposium: Leading and Learning in the Digital Age. ISTE 2012. San Diego, CA: International Society for Technology in Education.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2011, Fall). Alice Through the Looking Glass: Reflections on 20 Years of AzTEA Keynote. Teaching and Technology Conference. Tucson, Az: Arizona Technology in Education Association.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2011, Spring). The Learning Puzzle: Putting the pieces together to create new learning environments Keynote. Cochise Instructional Technology Conference. Sierra Vista, Arizona: Cochise County Superintendent of Instruction..
  • Johnson, C. G. (2011, Summer). ISTE 2011 Leadership Symposium: Innovation-Scaling for Success. ISTE 2011. Philadelphia, PA: International Society for Technology in Education.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2011, Summer). New Spaces for Learning. ISTE 2011. Philadelphia, PA: International Society for Technology in Education.
  • Johnson, C. G., James, J., Thomas, L., & Sykora, C. (2011, Summer). Do you want to be an NCATE Reviewer?. ISTE 2011. Philadelphia, PA: International Society for Technology in Education.
  • Johnson, C. G., Long, C., & Jakes, D. (2011, Summer). Design Spaces for Learning: Exploring Physical and Virtual Learning Space. ISTE 2011. Philadelphia, PA: International Society for Technology in Education.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2010, Summer). Designing the Learning Spaces of Tomorrow. ISTE 2010. Denver, Co: International Society for Technology in Education.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2010, Summer). ISTE 2010 Leadership Symposium: Innovation through Learning Space Design. ISTE 2010. Denver, CO: International Society for Technology in Education.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2009, Fall). 21st Century Learners, Coming to a Classroom Near You. CIO/CTO Forum. Phoenix, AZ: Arizona Technology in Education Alliance.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2009, Spring). 21st Century Learners, Coming to a Classroom Near You. Annual Pinal County Educator’s Conference. Casa Grande, Az: Annual Pinal County Educator’s Conference.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2009, Spring). Joining a Community of Practice: The Benefits of Joining AzTEA and ISTE. Microcomputers in Education Conference. Tempe, Az: Arizona State University.
  • Johnson, C. G., & Poplin, C. (2009, Fall). Technology Planning in Arizona. CIO/CTO Forum. Phoenix, Az: Arizona Technology in Education Alliance.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2008, Spring). Join the Exciting World of Second Life. Teaching and Technology Conference. Tucson, Az: Arizona Technology in Education Alliance.
  • Johnson, C. G., Long, P., & Campbel, G. (2008, Fall). Implementing a Presence in Second life: Pitfalls, Procedures, Policies, and Promises. EDUCAUSE Learning Initiative Annual conference. San Antonio, TX: EDUCAUSE.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2007, Fall). So, Exactly What Does a 21st Century Learner Look Like?. Teaching and Technology Conference. Tucson, AZ: Arizona Technology in Education Alliance.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2007, Spring). So, Exactly What Does a 21st Century Learner Look Like?. Way Out West Conference. Phoenix, AZ: Arizona Technology in Education Alliance.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2006, Fall). 21st Century Information Tools. Arizona Business Education Association’s Spring Conference. Tucson, AZ: Arizona Business Education Association.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2006, Fall). Exploring Over the Horizon: Emerging Technologies. Teaching and Technology Conference. Tucson, AZ: Arizona Technology in Education Alliance.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2006, Sproing). 21st Century Information Tools. Way Out West Conference. Phoenix, AZ: Arizona Technology in Education Alliance.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2003, Spring). Educating the Google Generation Keynote. Gateway Technology Solutions Conference. Tucson, Arizona: Gateway Computing.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2001, Spring). Who Moved My Cheese? A Journey Toward Wisdom Keynote. Tucson Unified School District's Summer Technology Institute. Tucson, Az: Tucson Unified School District.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2000, Fall). Who Moved My Cheese? A Journey Toward Wisdom. Northern Arizona Peak Performance Technology Conference. Flagstaff, Az: Arizona TEchnology in Education Association.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2000, Spring). Who Moved My Cheese? A Journey Toward Wisdom Keynote. Leadership Graduation, Maricopa Community Colleges. Candler, Az: Maricopa Community Colleges.
  • Johnson, C. G. (2000, Spring). Who Moved My Cheese? A Journey Toward Wisdom. Eighth Annual Arizona Technology Conference: Learning and Teaching in a Digital World. Mesa, Az: Arizona Technology in Education Association.
  • Johnson, C. G. (1999, Spring 1999). Creating Chaos Out of Order: A New Way of Thinking about Technology & Learning, Opening Session. Microcomputers in Education Conference. Tempe, Az: Arizona State University.
  • Johnson, C. G. (1998, Summer). Creating a New Way of Thinking Keynote. Tucson Unified School District's Summer Technology Institute. Tucson, Az: Tucson Unified School District.
  • Johnson, C. G. (1997, Fall). Attaining a New Level of Thinking: The Challenges of Technology and Learning Keynote. Western Maricopa Consortium Technology Forum. Phoenix, Az: Estrella Mountain Community College.
  • Johnson, C. G. (1997, Fall). Creating a Model for the Successful Use of Technology in the Learning Process. Washington School District Mathematics and Technology Academy. Phoenix, Az: Washington School District.
  • Johnson, C. G. (1997, Spring). Technology and Learning: Creating a Model for the Successful Use of Technology. Effective Schools Project - 12th Annual Instructional Leadership Conference. Stephenville, TX: Tarleton State University.
  • Johnson, C. G. (1997, Spring). Technology and Learning: Discovering a Model for the Successful use of Technology Keynote. Clifton School District In-Service. Clifton, Tx: Clifton School District.

Creative Productions

  • Johnson, C. G. (1999. Selecting and Developing the 21st Century Principal: Assessor Data Collection and Center Director PackageNational Association of Secondary Principals.
  • Johnson, C. G. (1994. Arts of the First Americans, Principal Investigator. Digital Material: Arizona Commission on the Arts and National Endowment for the Humanities.
  • Johnson, C. G., & Novodvorsky, I. (1986. Problem-Solving and the Biot-Savart Law. PLATO Software: Control Data Corporation.

Others

  • Johnson, C. G. (2017, October). Your Flexible Classroom Questions, Answered. George Lucas Educational Foundation - edutopia. https://www.edutopia.org/article/your-flexible-classroom-questions-answered
    More info
    A blog posting based on a Twitter Chat on Flexible Classrooms
  • Johnson, C. G. (2015, October). Johnson, C. (2015). Small tweaks to the learning space can make a big difference. EdTekHub Retrieved from https://www.iste.org/explore/articleDetail?articleid=576. EdTekHub Retrieved from https://www.iste.org/explore/articleDetail?articleid=576. https://www.iste.org/explore/articleDetail?articleid=576
  • Johnson, C. G. (2009, Sept). Transforming Education: Enabling Learning for All Arizona Students, The Arizona Long-Range Strategic Educational Technology Plan. Arizona State Department of Educaiton.
  • Johnson, C. G., & Catalano, R. (2004, March). Arizona Educational Technology Plan: Adding the Sixth “C” to the Economic Picture. Arizona State Department of Educaiton.
  • Johnson, C. G., & Catalano, R. (2000, September). Arizona State Content Standards-Technology. Arizona State Department of Educaiton.

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