Jared M. Porter

Dr. Jared M. Porter is a Professor in the Department of Kinesiology, Recreation, and Sport Studies (KRSS) at the University of Tennessee, part of the College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences. He holds editorial roles in the Journal of Motor Learning and Development and the International Journal of Motor Control and Learning. His research focuses on motor skill learning mechanisms, including how virtual/augmented reality, cognitive load, and attentional focus influence skill acquisition and performance in military, rehabilitation, and sport contexts.

Dr. Porter earned a PhD in Motor Behavior and Cognitive Psychology from Louisiana State University and a BS in Kinesiology and Biology from the University of Central Missouri. His work has been funded by federal, state, and international agencies. He is an active member of the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity (NASPSPA) and the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

His publications emphasize practical applications of motor learning theory to enhance performance in tactical training, sport coaching, and occupational settings. Grants and collaborations span diverse domains, reflecting his interdisciplinary approach to advancing human movement science.