Publications

Dr. Smith-Downing co-authored this 2024 Instructional Systems Design: The Diffusion and Adoption of Technology (Volume 2) writing. Adopting and diffusing new educational technology and innovation is a complex process that depends on many variables. Understanding these processes and variables can help designers and technology leaders successfully implement positive change.

Dr. Smith-Downing co-authored this 2023 Instructional Message Design: Theory, Research, and Practice (Volume 3). Dr. Smith-Downing reminded designers of the potential for adult learners to be distracted by noise in their instructional message designs. Examples of media and television commercials can inform instructional message design best practices. Technical, physical, physiological, organizational, cultural, psychological, and semantic noise can impact the messages in our instructional designs.

Read My Lips No More Debt, Tools for Ending the Debt Cycle, by Dr. Smith-Downing. This book combines personal experiences and valuable information to educate the reader on becoming debt-free.

Throw Away the Excuses and Succeed: Ignite Your Dreams and Goals by Dr. Pamela J. Smith Downing leaves readers executing a plan of action for their dreams and goals.

Gold Nuggets for Leaders and Future Leaders, by Dr. Smith-Downing. This book contains practical tools for current and new emerging leaders. Dr. Smith-Downing has over 40 years of experience leading in various capacities, including military, public, and government sectors.

Ministerial Ethics, by Dr. Smith-Downing. This book challenges clergy and future clergy to adhere to ethics governed by their calling into the ministry of licensed and ordained ministers. Dr. Smith-Downing has over 40 years of experience serving in the community of faith and 25 years of experience serving as a licensed and ordained minister.