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Carol Hulls is a Continuing Lecturer and Associate Chair, Teaching at the University of Waterloo. She holds a Professional Engineer (PEng) designation. Her roles include faculty administration within the university's engineering programs. She contributes to both teaching and administrative responsibilities in the field of engineering education.
Dr. Hulls' research focuses on improving engineering education through innovative teaching methodologies and curriculum design. Her work emphasizes student learning strategies, the impact of online instruction, and teamwork development. She investigates how students engage with coursework, particularly in first-year programming and design projects. Her studies also explore the effectiveness of project-based learning and the integration of interdisciplinary teamwork in undergraduate programs.
In her research, Dr. Hulls has consistently addressed challenges in engineering education, particularly in transitioning to online environments, optimizing student study habits, and enhancing collaborative learning experiences. Her work often bridges theory with practical applications, such as using design theory to analyze engineering problem-solving and evaluating the outcomes of open-ended projects in programming courses.
Dr. Hulls is affiliated with the University of Waterloo's engineering faculty, contributing to both teaching and administrative roles. No awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided texts. Her work includes advising on curriculum design and experiential learning modules, though specific advisees are not listed.
Her research and teaching activities are centered around enhancing first-year student experiences, including programming instruction, design projects, and teamwork training. She explores the intersection of educational technology and traditional pedagogy to improve student outcomes in STEM fields.
