Andrea Adams

About me

I joined JMU in 2004 and am currently the Associate Dean for the Learning Innovations & Design unit in James Madison University Libraries, which offers services such as instructional design, educational technology, classroom technology, media production, and makerspaces. These services support the JMU community in effectively integrating instructional technologies into teaching, learning, and research. My research and scholarship interests include leadership within Libraries, instructional technology, online learning, and the representation of females in STEM fields.   

I earned my B.S. in Technology Education from Virginia Polytechnic and State Institute in 2000, followed by a M.Ed. in Educational Technology from James Madison University. I have over two decades of experience in the educational field, spanning both K-12 and higher education. Over the past 20 years I have served in various roles within James Madison University Libraries, including approximately 15 years in leadership positions. In my spare time, I enjoy spending time with my husband, two teenage sons, and dogs, enjoying outdoor activities, attending soccer games, and spending quality time together. 

Read more about my work in this story or view my CV.

 

About Dean's Office

The office of the Dean of Libraries includes associate deans for the four major divisions of the JMU Libraries (AE, DATech, LID, and Admin) as well as an executive assistant and senior professional faculty leading strategic initiatives.

About Learning Innovations & Design Unit

We create virtual and physical spaces, programs, and services for the JMU community to enhance, experiment with, and innovate in their teaching, learning, and scholarship.

Departments in this unit include Classroom Technology Services, Educational Technology Services, Instructional Design, Learning Technology Services, and Media Production & Makerspace Services.

To get started using our services, visit the Learning Innovations & Design Desk online or in Rose Library.

About Libraries Administration Unit

We support and challenge JMU Libraries’ staff and faculty to live up to our guiding statements — as we work together to provide excellent library and educational technology resources, spaces, services, and expertise to our campus community. Libraries’ Administration includes Communications and Outreach, Data Analytics, Facilities Operations, Finance and Human Resources, and the office of the Dean.

About LID Leadership

We are the leadership team for Learning Innovations & Design (LID).