Name:Adam Smeets

Bio:

Adam Smeets is a Senior Product Manager at Microsoft, where he advances computer science curriculum and technology products to support the next generation of developers and technology creators. He is also a certified trainer for Microsoft, Apple and Google.

Prior to Microsoft and adjunct teaching at DePaul University, he’s previously held leadership roles in K-12 and university institutions where he oversaw all aspects of information technology programs. Across these roles, he managed strategic planning and implementation for IT programs, including long-term and short-term planning in line with organizational goals, assessing and improving processes and systems, and ensuring comprehensive and secure systems coverage.

Adam obtained his Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from Loyola University Chicago. He earned his M.Ed. in Educational Technology from the University of Delaware, and a B.A. in English and Secondary Education from Loyola University Chicago.

Country:United States

Affiliation:Microsoft

Research interests:Computer Science Education, Information Systems, Information Technology Management