Barry Thompson

Dr. Barry Thompson is an Affiliate Faculty member in Business Administration at the College of Adult and Graduate Studies, School of Business and Technology, Liberty University. With over a decade of experience in adult education, he specializes in student development, empowerment, and integrating faith with learning. His interdisciplinary background bridges education, leadership, and curriculum design.

Educational Background:

• De.D., Educational Leadership – Liberty University
• M.A., Instructional Design and Curriculum Development – Colorado Christian University and Oxford University
• B.A., Organizational Leadership – Colorado Christian University

Dr. Thompson’s research and professional interests center on adult learning, instructional innovation, and faith-integrated pedagogy. He employs a blended teaching methodology aimed at enhancing student engagement and achievement in higher education, particularly among non-traditional learners.

His scholarly output includes the book Confidence-Driven Living (2015), which explores psychological and behavioral strategies for personal and professional performance improvement. The work reflects themes in educational psychology, motivational leadership, and self-efficacy development.

Professional Affiliations:

• American Training Association
• International Leadership Society
• Kappa Delta Pi: International Honor Society in Education

Dr. Thompson is actively engaged in teaching and curriculum development. While no formal advisees or research grants are mentioned, his contributions to adult education and leadership training are evident through his publications and professional memberships. He does not appear to lead or be affiliated with any specific research lab or team.