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Earl McKinney, Ph.D., is a **Professor** and holder of the **Dr. Timothy and Ruth Ann Ross Teaching Professorship** at Bowling Green State University (BGSU), within the **Schmidthorst College of Business** and the **Department of Accounting and Information Systems**. His academic career at BGSU spans from 2000 to present, with a focus on Management Information Systems (MIS), decision-making, and educational methodologies in technology-driven environments.
Education:
- Ph.D. (1991), Management Information Systems, University of Texas
- M.A. (1981), Engineering in Operations Research, Cornell University
- B.S. (1980), Economics, U.S. Air Force Academy
Research Interests: McKinney’s work centers on **information systems theory**, **crisis decision-making**, **team communication**, and **big data applications**. He emphasizes the intersection of technology, human factors, and pedagogy, particularly in ambiguous or high-stakes scenarios. His contributions include frameworks for improving collaboration in uncertain environments and integrating active learning in information systems education.
Publications Trends: His articles frequently address **subjective information theory**, **decision support systems**, and **teaching methodologies**. Recent works explore ambiguity awareness in analytics, crisis IT design, and the role of big data in modern accounting practices. He also investigates how domain vocabulary and communication dynamics impact team performance in ambiguous settings.
Grants & Curriculum Development: McKinney contributed to revising the Master of Accountancy curriculum using advisory board input (2019). His research has been published in journals like *Communications of the AIS*, *Journal of Information Technology Theory and Application*, and *Government Information Quarterly*.
Professional Engagement: He coordinates the MIS 200 course and has advised on aviation crisis management, military team performance, and activity-based costing systems. His work bridges academic theory with practical applications in aviation safety, emergency response, and business analytics.
