Jason Shepard

Jason Shepard is an Assistant Professor of Psychology at Life University. He holds a Ph.D. in Cognitive Psychology from Emory University and an M.A. in Philosophy with a concentration in Neurophilosophy from Georgia State University.

• Education:
  • Ph.D., Cognitive Psychology, Emory University
  • M.A., Philosophy (Neurophilosophy), Georgia State University
  • B.A., Psychology and Philosophy, University of South Alabama

Dr. Shepard’s research explores two primary areas: (1) lay beliefs about free will and intentional action, and (2) computational modeling of future-oriented cognition using neural networks and deep learning. He integrates interdisciplinary approaches across psychology, philosophy, neuroscience, linguistics, computer science, and law.

His recent publications examine cross-cultural variations in moral reasoning, neuroethics, and machine-learning applications to temporal cognition. He applies self-determination theory to classroom practices, emphasizing autonomy, competence, and relatedness in fostering critical engagement.