Kevin Smith
Kevin Smith
Associate Professor
Department
College of Education & Human Performance
Education
Ed.D., Instructional Design and Technology - University of Memphis, 2017
M.Ed., Instructional Technology - University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 1999
B.S.Ed., Mathematics Education - Dakota State University, 1993
Biography
Dr. Kevin Smith is a faculty member in the College of Education & Human Performance, where he teaches courses in math education, STEM, and educational technology.
Before joining DSU, Dr. Smith held positions as a Learning Technologist for the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, the Council for Economic Education, and the University of Nebraska. He began his career as a high school math teacher in Columbus, Nebraska.
He holds a B.S. in Mathematics Education from Dakota State University, an M.Ed. in Instructional Technology from the University of Nebraska, and a doctorate in Instructional Design and Technology from the University of Memphis.
Contact
Office Location: Kennedy Center
Phone: (605) 256-5177
Email
Website
- Math Education
- Educational Technology
- Visual Design for Learning
Dr. Smith's research centers on the intersection of educational technology and the learner experience, particularly within K-12 mathematics. His current projects explore the use of gamification and effective technology integration to enhance learning and help students develop a positive attitude toward math. Additionally, he investigates teacher professional readiness and wellness, focusing on the efficacy of teacher simulations and factors contributing to teacher satisfaction and retention in the field.
- 2021 DeWayne Mork Award for Excellence in Service
- 20 to Watch in 2020
- 2019 Outstanding DSU Alumni Educator
- 2019 Knowlton Excellence in Quality Award
- 2018 DSU Research Symposium – Undergraduate Research Winner
- 2017-2018 The Ernest Teagarden Award for Excellence in Teaching
- 2017 Outstanding IDT Doctoral Student at the University of Memphis
- Google Certified Educator
- Floop Founding Teacher & Ambassador
- Nearpod Certified Educator
- Seesaw Ambassador
- South Dakota Biotech K-12 Grant, 2025
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Crandall, K., Noteboom, C., & Smith, K. (2025). Designing curiosity-driven AI chatbots for non-technical fields: A design science approach to supporting school counselors. In Proceedings of the International Association for Computer Information Systems.
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Bovee, B., Noteboom, C. B., Smith, K., & El-Gayar, O. (2024). Gamifying online discussions: A model for improving engagement using leaderboards. In AMCIS 2024 Proceedings. Association for Information Systems. https://aisel.aisnet.org/amcis2024/is_education/is_education/10
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Smith, K. D., & Klumper, D. (2018). Virtually in the classroom. Educational Leadership, 76(1), 60-65. Retrieved from
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Smith, K. D. (2018). Perceptions of preservice teachers about adaptive learning programs in K-8 mathematics education. Contemporary Educational Technology, 9(2), 111-130. Retrieved from
- Invited to be a featured author at the South Dakota Festival of Books. Dr. Smith delivered 4 presentations during the event. (September 2024)
- Invited to be the keynote speaker for K-12 Numeracy Day for the Anglophone East School District (ASD-E) in Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada to talk about his book, Yucky!. (May 2024)
- Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (May 2025)
Session: AI for Everyday Life: Getting Started with ChatGPT
- TIE Conference – Rapid City, SD (April 2025)
Session: Navigating the Digital Storm: Insights from The Anxious Generation
- National Council of Teachers of Mathematics Conference – Kansas City, MO (February 2025)
Session: Math isn't Yucky!: Games & Activities to Help Students Realize that Math Can Be Fun
- Iowa Council Teachers of Mathematics Annual Conference – Ankeny, IA – (October 2024)
Session: Math Isn't Yucky: Games and Activities to Create a Positive Mindset
- South Dakota Mentoring Conference – Sioux Falls (June 2024)
Session: Let's Help Students Realize that Math Isn't Yucky!