معرفی
Carlos Morales serves as Associate Professor at Purdue University's Polytechnic Institute, specializing in digital video, animation, and interactive technology for visual training solutions. His research focuses on game-based learning applications in chemistry education and innovative distance learning systems, with significant contributions to educational technology through interdisciplinary collaboration.
His primary research domains include:
- Game-based Learning for STEM education
- Interactive Educational Technology development
- Digital Video Production for distance learning
- Animation Technology pipelines
- Mobile Learning Applications design
- Chemistry Education Technology integration
Dr. Morales' publication record (2002-2007) demonstrates consistent innovation in chemistry video games and mobile learning solutions, featuring multiple collaborative projects with chemistry educators. His work bridges engineering design and educational theory to create validated tools that enhance student engagement through visual realism and sustained interactivity.
As Principal Investigator and Co-PI, he has secured substantial research funding including:
- National Science Foundation: $539,999 for "Effective Distance Learning Through Sustained Interactivity and Visual Realism" (2003-2006)
- National Science Foundation: $200,000 for "Game-based Learning in Chemistry" (2003-2006)
- ITaP MIDC: $15,000 for "Development of Mobile Games for Chemistry" (2006-2007)
- Discovery Learning Center: $20,000 for Chemistry Video Game Development (2006-2007)
