David Alexander

About David Alexander

David Alexander, BS, M.Ed. is a nationally recognized NASA STEM specialist professional with exceptional competencies and proven track record in project management, technical expertise in aeronautics research education, and specialized knowledge in STEM education and Instructional Design. With a technical background in neurology research and over 18 years of experience in education he has been an advocate for inspiring students with lessons emphasizing physics, engineering, human exploration, robotics, and Earth/planetary sciences. He participates and leads the development and implementation of major educational programs/projects on a national scope which are designed to inspire, engage, educate and employ the nation’s students. Alexander has had first hand experiences in designing and implementing technical training and development​ ​through technology, training teams, as well as mentoring or leading others through scientific discovery, wisdom and personal and professional life experiences. Using instructional design methodologies and his former background as a neurology technician at the Hines VA Hospital he was able to ​build integrated crew training plans and curriculum for Rodent Research​ experiments aboard the International Space Station. He specifically trained astronauts on the MSG (Micro Science Glovebox), laboratory safety, ​proper animal care, the fundamentals of animal handling, including administering anesthesia injections, and specimen dissections.

Experience

1. NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration

   Sep 2008 — Present

Education

• American InterContinental University

  M.Ed, Instructional and Curriculum Design

  2003 — 2004

• Loyola University Chicago

  B.S., Biology

  1994 — 1998

Skills

• Staff Development
• Administration
• Customer Service
• Policy
• Higher Education
• Training
• Public Speaking
• Leadership
• Management
• E-Learning
• Teaching
• Research
• Leadership Development
• Student Affairs
• Instructional Design
• Adult Education
• Strategic Planning