John Maurice Gayed

John Maurice Gayed is an Associate Professor at the Global Education Center of Waseda University. Holding a PhD from Tokyo Institute of Technology (2023), he specializes in Educational Technology, focusing on AI-driven tools for language learning and metacognitive strategies.

• Research Themes: AI writing assistants, equity in educational technology, cognitive load reduction for EFL learners.
• Grants: Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) Grant (2022.04–2025.03) for AI-based writing assistant studies.
• Courses Taught: Academic Writing and Discussion in English (Alpha/Beta) for undergraduate and retaker students.

His publications (9+3) span Computer Science, Linguistics, and Education, with key trends including:

• AI-based writing tools (e.g., AI KAKU, Grammarly) for EFL learners.
• Metacognitive training in online learning environments.
• Equity implications of educational technology (Matthew effect in CALL).
• Twine for nonlinear educational storytelling.
• Climate risk mitigation tools for elderly populations.
• MOOCs and blended learning in cross-cultural contexts.

Grant Details: His JSPS-funded project investigates AI writing assistants' long-term impact on EFL writing proficiency. Collaboration with May Kristine Jonson Carlon and Jeffrey S. Cross is frequent, with tools like AI KAKU and metacognitive tutors being central to his work.