John R. Carlson

John R. Carlson is an Associate Professor and Director of the PhD in Information Systems program at Baylor University, where he has served for over 20 years. His expertise spans information systems education, Java/mobile development instruction, and behavioral research on technology-mediated communication in organizational contexts.

Education

• PhD in Information & Operations Management, Florida State University
• MBA in Basic Business, University of Oklahoma
• BS in Electrical Engineering, University of Oklahoma

Research Focus

Carlson investigates how digital communication channels reshape workplace dynamics, with core interests in deception mechanisms, social media's dual productivity/distraction effects, and technology-induced work-family conflict. His work bridges Media Richness Theory with contemporary issues like technostress and virtual team coordination, emphasizing how media characteristics influence trust, decision-making, and behavioral outcomes in professional settings.

Publication Evolution

His 25+ year publication trajectory reveals a shift from foundational media theory (e.g., channel expansion) toward emergent digital workplace challenges. Recent work examines social media addiction's performance impacts, technology-enacted abusive supervision, and resource loss from overload—highlighting consistent attention to communication medium properties while adapting to evolving technologies like mobile platforms and social media.

Teaching Leadership

• Undergraduate: MIS 4319 (Mobile Application Development), MIS 4320 (Java Development)
• Graduate: MIS 5319 (Mobile Applications Development)
• PhD Program Leadership: Director of Information Systems doctoral program