About
Daniel Becker serves as a Continuing Lecturer and Faculty Advisor for Undergraduate Studies in Education at Lakehead University's Thunder Bay campus within the Faculty of Education. He teaches core education courses including Student Teaching, Curriculum Design, Literacy Education, and Digital Learning, with office hours available by email appointment at dbecker@lakeheadu.ca.
His academic credentials feature:
- Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction (Educational Technology concentration) from Northern Arizona University (2012), with dissertation: "Online Social Interaction, Web 2.0 and Social Presence: A Case Study"
Becker's research program critically examines how digital environments shape social dynamics in education, focusing on Web 2.0 platforms, mobile interfaces, and blended learning systems. His work bridges theoretical frameworks of social presence with practical applications for social justice and democratic participation, particularly through the lens of dual-role parent-educators navigating technology-mediated learning spaces.
As Faculty Advisor for Undergraduate Education students, he provides academic guidance across the Professional Year program. His instructional portfolio demonstrates deep integration of media literacy and digital pedagogy across multiple undergraduate courses, reflecting his commitment to preparing educators for technology-rich classrooms.
