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Gizem Hediye ERENView profile

Assistant Professor

• User-centered design
• Child users
• Design education
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Gizem Hediye EREN serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Industrial Design at Ege University's School of Fashion and Design. She holds a strong academic background with undergraduate and doctoral degrees from Middle East Technical University (METU) and a master's degree from Anadolu University. Dr. EREN's research focuses on user-centered design with special emphasis on child users, design education methodologies, sustainability, and circular design approaches. Her work demonstrates innovative applications of digital tools in design research, particularly utilizing user-generated online content for exploring unfamiliar problem domains and hard-to-access user groups. She has developed generative toolkits that help design students analyze online videos to generate design insights. Her publication record from 2017-2022 shows consistent scholarly output across diverse topics including emotionally durable product design, pediatric healthcare environments, urban identity analysis through experimental cartography, and semiotic analysis of artistic works. Her research often bridges theoretical frameworks with practical design applications. Dr. EREN actively supervises design students, as evidenced by her work with 75 senior industrial design students at Anadolu University on pediatric examination environment projects. Her teaching appears closely aligned with her research interests, emphasizing hands-on experience and research-through-design processes. She maintains active collaborations with colleagues across Turkish design institutions, particularly with Fatma Korkut, Merve Buldaç, and other researchers in the field. Her work contributes significantly to advancing design methodology and pedagogy in the Turkish academic context.

• Educational psychology
• Motivation
• Self-regulation
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Dr Flaviu Hodis is an Associate Professor at the School of Education, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand. His research program interweaves theoretical, substantive, and methodological components, focusing on motivation, self-regulation, and learning. With expertise in advanced quantitative methods, he investigates how motivation orientations interact with personality, cognitive, and emotional factors to influence learning and self-regulation in educational settings. Dr Hodis holds a BSc from PUT and earned his MSc and PhD from Southern Illinois University System, Carbondale, United States. His academic journey has positioned him as a leading researcher in educational psychology with a focus on motivation and learning processes. His research interests span motivation , self-regulation , procrastination , and learning strategies . Hodis examines how distinct motivation factors and combinations influence student engagement, expectations of success, and value attainment in learning domains. His methodological expertise in advanced quantitative techniques supports his efforts to disentangle complex associations among motivation, learning, and self-regulation. Analysis of Hodis's recent publications reveals a consistent focus on motivation profiles, regulatory focus theory, and their implications for educational practice. His work frequently employs latent profile analysis and structural equation modeling to uncover patterns in student motivation and their relationship to learning outcomes. Key themes include the interplay between promotion/prevention orientations, basic psychological needs, and academic achievement. Dr Hodis actively supervises graduate students, currently mentoring three doctoral candidates investigating topics including learning strategies, ADHD and self-regulation, and self-regulation in twice-exceptional teenagers. He previously supervised a Master's student on psychological need satisfaction profiles. His research has been supported by a Royal Society of New Zealand grant titled "Motivation and Achievement: A Study of Complex Relations" (2013-2016). As a member of the School of Education Research Committee since 2014, Dr Hodis contributes to the academic governance of his institution while maintaining an active teaching schedule that includes courses on Learning and Motivation and Learning Environments.

• Educational Statistics
• Psychometrics
• Statistical Methods in Education
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Gordon Brooks is a Professor in the Department of Educational Studies at Ohio University's Patton College of Education, specializing in educational statistics and psychometrics. His research develops practical statistical methodologies while creating instructional tools to enhance quantitative education. Education B.A. in Computer Science and Economics, College of William and Mary M.A. in Interpersonal and Organizational Communication, Ohio University Ph.D. in Educational Research and Evaluation, Ohio University Research Focus Dr. Brooks' scholarship centers on statistical innovation for educational research , with emphasis on Monte Carlo simulation , longitudinal data analysis , and scale development . His work bridges methodological rigor with classroom applications, particularly through software that demystifies complex concepts like ANOVA post-hoc tests and item response theory. Recent publications (2023-2024) address cutting-edge challenges in effect size estimation and multivariate analysis. Publication Trends His 35+ publications show sustained methodological contributions, evolving from foundational software tools (TAP, FISH) to advanced 2024 works on four-parameter IRT modeling and pandemic-related grief assessment. The consistent focus remains on practical statistical solutions for educational researchers, with recent work emphasizing small-sample techniques and human-friendly analytical approaches. Academic Engagement Teaches graduate courses in Educational Research and Evaluation Develops instructional software for statistical pedagogy Active publication record through 2024 indicates ongoing research leadership

Maira KotsovoulouView profile

Assistant Professor

• Software Systems
• Databases
• Technology Enhanced Learning
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Dr. Maira Kotsovoulou serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Information Technology at Deree College and Graduate School, The American College of Greece, a position she has held since February 1, 1996. Her academic journey spans over 25 years of teaching and research in software systems and educational technology. Educational background includes: Doctorate in Technology Enhanced Learning, University of Lancaster (2011–2019) MSc in Human Computer Interaction, Heriot-Watt University (1994–1995) BSc in Computer Information Systems, The American College of Greece (1990–1994) Her research centers on the Software Systems and Databases Research Group, where she investigates visual programming applications for undergraduate education, automated assessment tools, and database optimization techniques. This work bridges theoretical computer science with practical pedagogy, focusing on how technology enhances student motivation and learning outcomes in programming courses. Her methodology combines empirical classroom studies with software development expertise gained through industry projects. Recent publications (2013–2018) reveal an evolving focus from collaborative resource tagging to sophisticated e-assessment systems, consistently addressing challenges in computer science education. The trajectory demonstrates increasing sophistication in analyzing instructor experiences and student perceptions while maintaining practical applicability in real classroom settings. Professional recognition includes: Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) in Database Administration Her industry engagement as a freelance solution architect complements academic work, with notable projects including Greece's national e-prescription system (IDIKA), COSMOTE retail software, and medical decision support systems. This dual expertise creates unique opportunities for students to engage with both academic research and enterprise-scale development challenges. As leader of the Software Systems and Databases Research Group, she fosters collaboration between academic theory and industry practice, emphasizing agile methodologies and practical implementation of educational technologies in real-world software development contexts.

• Biomechanics of walking
• Foot loading characteristics
• Lower limb biomechanics in children with excessive body mass
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Stephen Cousins is a Lecturer in Exercise Science at La Trobe University's Rural Health School, based at the Bendigo Campus. He also serves as the International Partnerships Coordinator within the school. With over a decade of academic experience, he teaches across various Exercise Science subjects and coordinates undergraduate placements to meet Exercise and Sport Science Australia (ESSA) accreditation standards. His background spans institutions in Australia, the UK, and practical roles in professional sports. Education: PhD in Sport and Exercise Science from University of East London (2014) MSc in Sport & Exercise Science from University of Chichester BSc(Hons) in Sport & Exercise Science from University of Chichester PG Cert in Teaching in Higher Education from University of East London PG Cert in Research Methods from University of East London Dr. Cousins' research focuses on the impact of overweight and obesity on health, novel exercise interventions for chronic diseases, physical testing in Australian football, and physical activity interventions for older adults. His work integrates biomechanics, exercise physiology, and sport science to address practical health and performance challenges. His PhD research explored the influence of childhood excessive body mass on foot loading characteristics and lower limb biomechanics. His recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on applied research in sports science, with emphasis on Australian Rules Football analytics, walking football programs for older adults, and innovative rehabilitation approaches for acquired brain injuries using tools like Nintendo Ring Fit Adventure. The research spans biomechanical analysis, performance testing, and community-based exercise interventions. Professional Certifications: Level 1 Certified Strength and Conditioning Coach (ASCA) Level 3 Certified Crossfit Trainer Level 2 AWF State Weightlifting/Sports Power Coach Dr. Cousins has secured research funding including a consulting project with Football Victoria Inc (2024) on walking football for older adults and a scholarship with Australian Football League (Victoria) Ltd (2023-2027) on training demands in adolescent athletes. He is available for Masters and PhD student supervision and has extensive practical experience from roles at Portsmouth FC, Chicago Fire FC, and Aspire Academy in Qatar.