David D. Carbonara is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Education and Director of the Program in Instructional Technology at Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, PA. He earned his doctoral degree in Science Education with a minor in Educational Research and Methodology from the University of Pittsburgh. He teaches undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral courses in instructional technology. His recent research agenda includes instructional technology for pre-service teachers, management of instructional technology for technology coaches, and leadership strategies for instructional technology leaders. He is leading the development of robotics in online curriculum. He has authored over 65 peer-reviewed papers for publication and presentation at national and international conferences. His book, Technology Literacy in Learning Environments continues to sell well and is located in research libraries.

He is the current Editor-In-Chief of the International Journal of Information Communication and Technology Education .