Ph.D. Graduates

Hanxiang Du (2023)
Understanding Students’ Misconceptions in a High School Data Science Foundation Course
Assistant Professor, Department of Computer Science, Western Washington University

Chenglu Li (2023)
ConCICE Support for Online Algebra Learning: Conceptual Change-Oriented Conversational Artificial Intelligence Using Induction, Concretization, and Exemplification
Assistant Professor,  University of Utah, Salt Lake City

Tongxi Li (2023)
Relationships between Executive Functions and Computational Thinking
Research Assistant Professor, Hong Kong Baptist University

Jie (Jen) Lu (2023)
Design, Development, and Analysis of the Comprehensive Assessment of Usability Scale for Learning Technologies
Teaching Assistant Professor, Oklahoma State University

John Hampton (2022)
Experiences of Video Game Play and Subreddit Communities on Self-Reported Well-Being and Resilience During Covid-19: A Phenomenological Study of Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Assistant Professor, Department of Educational Technology and Foundations, University of West Georgia, Carrollton, GA

Rui “Tammy” Huang (2022)
Designing a Digital Game to Foster International English Language Learners’ Language-Related Episodes: A Design-Based Research Approach
Post-doctoral scholar, University of Florida

Xing Huang (2022)
Doing Math Homework on the Intelligent Tutoring System: Middle School Students’ Self-Regulated Learning and Help-Seeking Behaviors

Ruohan Liu (2022)
Elementary School Teachers’ Changes in Computational Thinking Understanding and Instruction Following Professional Development: A Qualitative Multi-Case Study
Post-doctoral Research Associate in STEM Education, in the Department of Curriculum, Instruction and Special Education. University of Virginia

Chun-Ru Parry (2022)
Developing an Evaluative Rubric to Assess Phonological Awareness and Phonics Apps on iPads
Learning and Organizational Development Specialist, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida

Bo Pei (2022)
Exploring Algorithmic Fairness in Virtual Learning Environments
Research Fellow in Lucy Family Institute for Data and Society at the University of Notre Dame

Chun-Ru Parry (2022)
Developing an evaluative rubric to assess phonological awareness and phonics apps on iPads
Learning & Org Dev Specialist II, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida

Max Sommer (2022)
A Metacognitive Approach to Foster the Development of Credibility Assessment Skills in Undergraduate Learners
Learning Designer, Elsevier, Gainesville, FL

Zhen Xu (2022)
Exploring Technology-Assisted Scaffolds To Support Visuospatial Cognition
Postdoctoral Research Associate, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill

Anita Stephen (2021)
Nursing students’ acceptance of an online computer-based simulation system utilizing the Technology Acceptance Model
Acting Director of the Thomas M. and Irene B. Kirbo Innovation and Learning Lab, University of Florida

William Wildberger (2021)
Exploring college students’ experiences with mindfulness technologies

Jiawen Zhu (2021)
Members’ perceptions and participation in an informal social media-based learning community
Postdoctoral Researcher, East China Normal University

Jingwei Li (2020)
Elementary students’ mathematics learning and anxiety in a game-based adaptive learning platform: An individual differences perspective
Research Associate, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

Shalaunda Reeves (2020)
Unpacking the Experience: Beliefs and Conceptions of Undergraduate Science Students Concerning Virtual Laboratories
Senior Learning Experience Designer, University of Michigan

Kristy Spear (2020)
Untangling the Web: A mixed-methods study of high-achieving students’ beliefs about online courses
Assistant Director for Honors Experiential Learning, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

Natercia Valle (2020)
Exploring the cognitive and non-cognitive effects of learner-facing learning analytics dashboards
Research Associate, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL

Claudia Vargas-Vergara (2020)
STEM identity development in minoritized youth
Executive Director at Seeds to STEAM, Gainesville, FL

Sherry Walsh (2020)
Relationships among technology use, ability, reading self-concept and value and teen pleasure reading
Professional Learning Facilitator, Clay County Schools

Wenjing Luo (2019)
Cognitive disequilibrium and situational interest in a middle school activity on computational modeling in Paleontology
Instructor, University of Florida

Adam Jordan (2019)
How technology supports empowerment, equality, and efficiency: Voices of students with dyslexia
Director of Online Programs, College of Business, University of Florida

Li Cheng (2019)
3D printing integration in K-12 science classrooms: The relationship with students’ STEM motivation, 21st century skills, and interest in STEM careers
Post Doctoral Associate, Institute for Advanced Learning Technologies (UF)

Nihan Dogan (2019)
Description and exploration of middle school students’ acceptance of Chromebooks: a mixed methods study
Instructor, Georgia Southern University

Matthew Wilson (2018)
The relationship between teacher education courses and the technology integration attitudes, beliefs, and knowledge of preservice teachers: a systematic review and meta-analysis series.
Assistant Professor, Kennesaw State University

Jiahui Wang (2018)
Examining influence of instructor presence in instructional videos: An individual differences perspective
Assistant Professor, Kent State University

Shilpa Sahay (2018)
Investigating teachers perspectives toward ICT integration in classrooms in India

Robert Davis (2017)
The Impact of Animated Pedagogical Agent Gestures on Agent Social Acceptance and the Retention and Transfer of Grammar with Elementary School Foreign Language Students
Assistant Professor, Hallym University, South Korea.

Brenda Lee Such (2017)
Blended, Active, and Persistent: An Investigative Study of Blended Learning Affordances for Active Learning and Student Persistence.
Instructional Designer and Team Leader, University of Florida Center for Online Innovation and Production

Cheryl Calhourn (2017)
We Are Ewits – “Hear Us Roar!”: Empowering Women in Technology Startups (Ewits) as an Experiential Learning Model to Challenge Gendered Social Norms In the Field
Director Dean of Educational Centers, Santa Fe College

Youngju Kang (2017)
A comparative study of game-based online learning in music appreciation: An analysis of student motivation and achievement

Lauren Eutsler (2016)
Influences on Parents’ Adoption of Portable Technology for Children learning to Read in the Home
Assistant Professor of Literacy Education, University of North Texas.

Aaron Thomas (2016)
Video Annotation Effects Upon Learning and Metacognitive Monitoring
Postdoctoral Researcher, IES Virtual Learning Center, University of Florida.

Hope Y. Kelly (2015)
Open Educational Resource use in K-12: Prevalent practices of teachers engaged in educational technology communities
Assistant Professor of Instructional Design and Technology, University of Virginia

Amanda J. Kleinheksel (2015)
Measuring the adoption and integration of virtual patient simulations in nursing education: An exploratory factor analysis
Educational Researcher | Educational Innovation Institute
Assistant Professor | Department of Medicine
Medical College of Georgia, Augusta University

Nicola Wayer (2013)
From Design to Enactment: A Case Study of Blended Learning Across the Content Areas in a K-12 School
Director of Instructional Design, Champlain College (Vermont)

Nate Poling (2013)
Collaboration, team cohesion and teamwork in a Starcraft 2 digital game based course
Instructional Consultant Texas A&M University

Ela Kaye Eley (2012)
Elementary preservice teachers’ descriptions of their use of social media
Faculty Armstrong Atlantic State University

Melissa Johnson (2012)
Pioneers,Guinea Pigs and Rebels: Perspectives of early adopters in online honors education
Assistant Director, Honors Program, University of Florida

Jeff Boyer (2010)
Using scratch for learner-constructed multimedia: A design-based research inquiry of constructionism in practice
Faculty North Dakota State University

Vasa Buraphadeja (2010)
An assessment of knowledge construction in an online discussion forum: The relationship between content analysis and social network analysis
Faculty Assumption University (Thailand)

Wendy Drexler (2010)
The network student: A design-based research case study of student constructed learning environments in a middle school science course
Director of Online Development, Brown University

Kathryn Kennedy (2010)
The essence of the virtual school practicum: A phenomenological study of pre-service teachers’ experiences in a virtual school.
Faculty Georgia Southern University

Feng Liu (2010)
Factors influencing success in online high school algebra
Quantitative Researcher at the American Institutes for Research

Dennis Beck (2009)
Effects of detailed customization of student avatars on teacher expectations of students
Faculty University of Arkansas – Fayetteville

Erik Black (2009)
An evaluation of familial involvements’ influence on student achievement in K-12 virtual schooling
Faculty University of Florida, College of Medicine

Meredith DiPietro (2009)
Virtual school pedagogy: Beliefs, goals, and practices of K-12 virtual school teachers
Faculty University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Susan Jinks (2009)
An examination of teaching presence and the sense of community on perceived student learning
Technology Director (George Washington High School, Falls Church, VA)

Christopher Sessums (2009)
The path from insight to action: The case of an online learning community in support of collaborative teacher inquiry
University of California Berkeley

Ugur Baslanti (2008)
Development and validation of scientific inquiry with technology: Teachers’ perceptions and practices scale (SIT-TIPPS)
Vice Principal Sweet Water Branch Academy (Gainesville, FL)

Madeline Ortiz-Rodriguez (2008)
In search of a mathematics discourse model: Constructing mathematics knowledge through online discussion forums
Faculty Universidad Interamericana de Puerto Rico (Fajardo, PR)

Juwon Park (2006)
Animation effects on student learning: The impact of animated graphics on student recall
Faculty Indiana University Northwest

Naglaa Ahmed Ali (2004)
Effects of split attention on using electronic tools
Faculty Emirates College of Advanced Education, United Arab Emirates

Sebnem Cilesiz (2004)
A phenomenological investigation of adolescents’ experiences of educational uses of computers at Internet cafes
Faculty Ohio State University

Muhammet Demirbilek – (2004)
Effects of interface windowing modes and individual differences on disorientation and cognitive load in a hypermedia learning environment
Faculty Suleyman Demirel University (SDU), Turkey

James Michael Geddes (2004)
Relationships of attitude toward a behavior, subjective norm, and perceived behavioral control as antecedents to computer use by elementary teachers in a public school setting
Director, Technology Resource Center, Citrus County Public Schools

George Hack (2004)
Effects of a narrative instructional strategy on knowledge acquisition and retention from a nutrition education video
Youth Director, Grace United Methodist Church

Richard Hartshorne (2004)
Integrating hypermedia into elementary teachers’ science professional development opportunities: The effects on content knowledge and attitudes toward science
Faculty University of Central Florida